Mike Massimino is an iconic figure in space exploration and science communication. As a NASA astronaut, he flew on two Hubble Space Telescope missions, being the last person to work inside the telescope and setting records in spacewalks. He is a New York Times bestselling author, Columbia University professor, and Senior Adviser at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. Known for his charisma and ability to turn complex experiences into inspiring stories, Mike is also recognized for his recurring role as himself on *The Big Bang Theory*. His journey exemplifies perseverance, teamwork, and innovation with a human touch.
A graduate of Columbia and MIT, Mike Massimino was selected as a NASA astronaut in 1996. He participated in the STS-109 and STS-125 servicing missions to Hubble, logging over 30 hours of spacewalks and receiving several honors, including the NASA Distinguished Service Medal. He was the first person to tweet from space and is the author of *Spaceman* (bestseller) and *Moonshot*. Beyond NASA, Mike worked as an engineer at IBM and McDonnell Douglas and taught at Rice University, Georgia Tech, and currently Columbia, where he teaches human space flight and leadership. He is a TV personality, presenter, and frequent guest on international media.
Mike Massimino’s talks combine captivating stories, humor, unique space anecdotes, and lessons applicable to any organization. With an accessible and charismatic style, he covers leadership, innovation, crisis management, and teamwork, inspiring audiences to push boundaries and think big. His sessions motivate executives, teams, and students, demonstrating how determination, collaboration, and creativity can turn impossible dreams into reality.
Stories and strategies from NASA to foster creativity, problem solving, and effective collaboration.
How to lead in critical environments, make decisions under pressure, and turn adversity into opportunity.
An inspiring perspective on the impact of technology and space exploration on everyday life and humanity’s future.
If you are looking for an inspiring speaker on innovation, technology, leadership, or teamwork, you can book Mike Massimino through Thinking Heads. Mike offers a unique and motivational vision, with authentic stories and insights applicable to any organization. Contact Thinking Heads today to secure his participation in your upcoming event.
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