Tahara Dawkins

Prior to joining Astroscale, Tahara served as Chief of Staff at the White House National Space Council, advising the Vice President of the United States on space policy priorities, leading interagency coordination across the U.S. government, and engaging with senior international partners on shared space policy objectives. She also led the Commercial Remote Sensing Regulatory Affairs office at the U.S. Department of Commerce, overseeing licensing and regulatory frameworks for space-based Earth observation.

Tahara is a member of the Board of Directors of the Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations, serves on the Executive Board of the Patti Grace Smith Fellowship, and is an active mentor to the next generation of space leaders. She has advanced policies and regulations supporting the commercial space sector, including initiatives to strengthen orbital sustainability, enable on-orbit servicing, and enhance space situational awareness. Her leadership has helped ensure that the United States remains both innovative and secure in space.

Tahara is an expert in satellite regulations, international collaboration, and the role of commercial capabilities in shaping national space strategies. She is a leading advocate for policies that promote responsible stewardship of space and ensure the long-term viability of Earth’s orbital environment. She continues to shape the future of space policy by fostering collaborations between government, industry, and international stakeholders to drive the sustainable growth of the space sector.