Event details
August 16 – 18, 2026
The St. Regis Aspen Resort
315 E. Dean St.
Aspen, CO 81611

Event summary

The Technology Policy Institute (TPI) Aspen Forum is a premier gathering of leaders from government, industry, academia and the legal community to discuss emerging issues in technology, communications, competition and regulatory policy. Designed to foster candid, high-level dialogue, the forum features panel discussions and fireside chats exploring the economic, legal and policy challenges shaping the future of innovation and digital markets. Held annually in Aspen, Colorado, the event provides a unique opportunity for policymakers, business executives, academics, and practitioners to exchange insights and build relationships at the forefront of technology policy.

Cooley partner Robert McDowell spoke on a panel at this year’s forum.

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Featured agenda item

Tuesday, August 18
1:10 – 1:55 pm MT

Who Should Regulate the Space Economy?

Moderator

  • Scott Wallsten – President and Senior Fellow, TPI

Panelists

  • Robert McDowell – Partner, Cooley
  • Jay Schwarz – Former Chief, Space Bureau, US Federal Communications Commission
  • Clayton Swope – Deputy Director, Aerospace Security Project, Center for Strategic and International Studies

For more information, please email Caroline Keane.

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