Eileen Collins

Eileen Collins is a retired NASA astronaut and U.S. Air Force Colonel who made history as the first woman to pilot and command a space shuttle mission. With a distinguished career that spans aviation, space exploration, and military leadership, she embodies courage, determination, and excellence under pressure. 

Eileen’s powerful keynote presentations draw from her extraordinary journey—from breaking barriers in male-dominated fields to leading complex missions in space. Audiences are inspired by her insights on leadership, risk management, perseverance, and innovation. Meeting planners value her professionalism, poise, and ability to motivate and uplift any crowd.