The SPACE Agency

Debbie Baker
Director of Marketing and Sales

Debbie offers The SPACE Agency 21 years of experience from very diverse industries, including oil and gas, investment capital, and real estate as well as in the public sector. Her experience with all levels of personnel in diverse markets has afforded her an ability to communicate effectively and openly in order to secure the best possible scenario for all parties involved. As Director of Marketing and Sales, she provides the most suitable match between the corporate client and potential speakers while showcasing the unique attributes and experiences of the speaker. Debbie's vast experience in the corporate environment has given her unique skills in communication, organization and preparation allowing for a worry-free event to the client's satisfaction.

ABOUT US

The SPACE Agency Staff: "Light Years" of Experience!

The SPACE Agency (TSA) launched June 16, 2001 at the Paris Air Show in LeBourget, France. The only firm of its kind in the world, TSA represents astronauts and other noted aerospace leaders from all eras of the space program (Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Shuttle, International Space Station) for speaking engagements and cooperative enterprises. These men and women are part of an elite group that know first-hand the true meaning behind universal business practices, such as teamwork, leadership, courage, ethics and more. TSA strives to secure opportunities for these diverse and accomplished individuals to share these “lessons learned” and unique personal experiences to impact people – from school children to the general public to top corporate executives.

Managing a large mission such as The SPACE Agency requires a team of professionals that not only understand marketing concepts, but also have a strong grasp and sincere passion for the space industry. Come meet our crew members!

Gwen Griffin
CEO/Managing Director

Gwen Griffin has been captivated by the world of space since her days as a toddler during the Apollo program. The daughter of a former Center Director at the NASA-Johnson Space Center (NASA-JSC), Gwen grew up in the space arena, making numerous contacts with some of the most noted pioneers in the field. Professionally, she has acquired more than 16 years of solid, marketing communications experience, with emphasis in the space industry. She served as Director of Marketing for the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida and as Manager of Public Relations and Promotions for Space Center Houston, the $70 million complex that serves as the official visitors center for NASA-JSC.

The SPACE Agency blasted off after many of Gwen's space explorer comrades came forward to ask her to represent them in various marketing endeavors. With a lifetime of space knowledge and strong skills in the marketing arena, she launched The SPACE Agency to give audiences around the world the opportunity to experience the insight and wisdom of this eclectic and accomplished group of individuals.

In addition to managing The SPACE Agency, Gwen is a Principal of Griffin Vosburg Group, a full-service marketing communications firm in Houston, Texas.

Brooke Baumer
Marketing Consultant

Brooke is a seasoned public relations practitioner with 10 years of industry experience. As Senior Account Manager for Griffin Integrated Marketing (GIM) she manages some diverse accounts, including The SPACE Agency and Feld Entertainment (Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey). In addition, she serves as Senior Writer for the agency, providing individual attention to various writing materials for all agency clients. She works closely with account managers to develop successful media and marketing strategies. Prior to joining GIM in 1998, she served as Marketing Director for KHMX-FM (Mix 96.5), a leading radio station in Houston, and worked with many restaurants for private and public promotions. Her stint at KHMX garnered her two back-to-back nominations for “Marketing Director of the Year” by Billboard Magazine/Airplay Monitor. She has also worked as an Account Executive for a Houston-based agency handling the Mardi Gras! Galveston, KHMX-FM and Space Center Houston accounts, as well as at the NASA/Johnson Space Center in the Public Affairs Office. She is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin.

Kim Connaly
Logistics Manager

Kim has spent the last 13 years immersed in the aerospace industry, including time spent on site at NASA-JSC, as well as positions with several local aerospace contractors. Specifically, Kim provided launch support on the Space Shuttle Mission STS-69. This included managing logistics, coordinating public relations and organizing launch/landing preparations for the shuttle crew, their families, guests and VIPs in both Houston and Cape Canaveral. This vast experience has perfectly prepared her for her role as Logistics Manager for The SPACE Agency. With her quick-thinking ability and her extraordinary organizational skills, she will oversee all of the travel and booking logistics for each one of the Agency's clients and its general customers.