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An Evening with “The Father of GPS” – Join us in Houston on December 5th to celebrate GPS’ 50th Birthday!!

November 6, 2023

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Written by Editor

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What’s New: December 17th marks 50 years since GPS was approved as a program. The RNT Foundation is sponsoring a celebration of this anniversary at Houston’s South Shore Harbor Resort and Convention Center on the 5th of December.

Why it’s Important: GPS has transformed the world and our lives. We should recognize this, protect, toughen, and augment its essential services, and plan for the next 50 years.

What Else to Know:

  • Matteo Lucio, Editor-in-Chief of GPS World will interview Dr. Brad Parkinson at the event.
  • Schedule: 5 December 2023:
    • 6:00 PM: Reception with drinks and hors d’oeuvres
    • 6:45 PM: Program with Mr. Luccio and Dr. Parkinson
    • 7:30 – 8:30 PM: Reception continues
  • Location: South Shore Harbor Resort and Convention Center, Houston, TX
  • Attendees: All are welcome!
    • RNT Foundation members, PNT Advisory Board members & presenters, government employees, members of the media attend free.
    • All others $75 with optional free one-year membership in RNT Foundation
  • RSVP to [email protected] by 27 November, please!
  • The President’s National Space-based Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Advisory Board will meet in the same location the following day. Members of the public are welcome and attendance is free of charge.

Sponsor opportunities available. Contact [email protected] for details.

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