Trailblazing Aerospace Engineer & Founder and CEO of STEMBoard
Aisha Bowe: Biography at a Glance
- Aisha Bowe is a trailblazing aerospace engineer and citizen astronaut whose historic flight aboard Blue Origin’s NS-31 mission with an all-female crew inspires women to break barriers and redefine what’s possible in science, technology, and space exploration.
- As the founder and CEO of STEMBoard, a multimillion-dollar, award-winning tech company that is nearly 50% women and 51% veteran-led, Aisha empowers others to lead in STEM fields and demonstrates how inclusive innovation can shape the future of business and technology.
- Aisha is a champion for expanding access to STEM education through her creation of LINGO, a hands-on coding kit designed to equip one million students with the real-world tech skills needed to thrive in the modern workforce.
- With global experience delivering keynotes in nearly a dozen countries and hosting Inc. Magazine’s Your Next Move, Aisha motivates audiences to embrace bold leadership, pursue purpose-driven careers, and build equity-focused companies that reflect the diverse future we all deserve.
- Recognized by NASA and the Department of Defense for her technical excellence and commitment to equity, Aisha inspires audiences to believe that they can create access where none exists, raise capital, build impactful ventures, and lead with both vision and inclusion.
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Aisha Bowe is an aerospace engineer, CEO, and citizen astronaut shaping the future of science, business, and culture. She creates mission-driven companies and inspires global audiences to imagine what’s possible.
In 2025, Aisha flew aboard Blue Origin’s NS-31 mission as part of a historic all-female crew, and the first of its kind since Valentina Tereshkova’s solo mission in 1963. Aboard the New Shepard rocket, she conducted a NASA-backed biomedical experiment, supported an HBCU-led plant biology study, and flew flight-qualified hardware designed to enable future science missions on New Shepard. She also carried the Apollo 12 moon mission flag of astronaut Pete Conrad symbolizing her commitment to honoring legacy while building new pathways. A former NASA engineer, Aisha made history not only in space but on the ground by raising the funding for her own seat and proving that access to space can be created, not just granted.
Aisha is the founder and CEO of STEMBoard, an Inc. 5000-ranked tech company an award-winning technical firm that provides exclusive advisory services to premier federal and commercial organizations. She also created LINGO, a hands-on coding kit with a mission to equip one million students worldwide with real-world tech skills. One of fewer than 2% of women founders to raise over $2 million in venture capital, Aisha has built mission-driven companies that are nearly 50% women and 51% veteran-led— intentionally designed to reflect the inclusive future she’s helping to build.
Recognized for her technical excellence and commitment to equity, Aisha has received NASA’s Equal Employment Opportunity Medal and the Department of Defense’s Nunn-Perry Award for outstanding achievement in small business contracting. She holds degrees in Aerospace Engineering and Space Systems Engineering from the University of Michigan.
A dynamic global voice, Aisha has delivered invited keynotes in nearly a dozen countries including India, South Africa, and Egypt as a U.S. State Department Global Speaker. She also hosted Inc. Magazine’s “Your Next Move,” where she interviewed top business leaders on building purpose-driven careers. Her story has been featured in Entrepreneur, ABC, CBS, Amazon Prime, and a BBC StoryWorks documentary supported by Logitech.
Whether mentoring students or sharing the stage with heads of state, Aisha represents a new kind of leader, one who bridges science, entrepreneurship, and culture.
Topics
Inside Out: How We Change Systems—and Ourselves
This flagship keynote explores what it means to lead from within systems that weren’t built for you and to reshape them from the inside out. Drawing from her journey as an aerospace engineer, entrepreneur, and citizen astronaut, Aisha reflects on the emotional, strategic, and cultural lessons of going to space—and coming back changed. Her message isn’t about waiting for change. It’s about becoming it.
Audience Takeaways:
- How to lead and innovate inside imperfect systems
- What it takes to build something lasting when no one hands you a blueprint
- How to turn internal doubt into external impact
Leading Like an Engineer: Building Mission-Driven Companies That Last
Aisha Bowe applies the mindset of an aerospace engineer to entrepreneurship with precision, systems thinking, and long-term impact. In this talk, she shares lessons from building two award-winning tech companies, supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, and leading inclusive teams. A compelling message for anyone leading in high-stakes, high-integrity environments.
Audience Takeaways:
- How to apply engineering principles to leadership and business strategy
- What it takes to build inclusive teams that thrive in high-performance environments
- Why systems thinking is critical for scaling mission-driven impact
Becoming the Mission: The Journey from NASA to Citizen Astronaut
Aisha Bowe’s story is more than inspiring it’s transformational. From community college to NASA, from founding her own companies to becoming the first Bahamian in space, Aisha reveals what it means to step into visibility, carry legacy, and create opportunity in places that weren’t built for you. A deeply personal, story-driven talk for audiences seeking purpose, grit, and impact.
Audience Takeaways:
- The mindset shift from proving your worth to owning your purpose
- How to navigate visibility, legacy, and responsibility as a first or only
- Why personal storytelling can create systems-level change
Code the Future: STEM Skills for a New Generation
STEM is no longer just about solving equations—it’s about solving real-world problems. In this energizing talk, Aisha shares how hands-on learning, cultural relevance, and access to opportunity can reshape who gets to build the future. Drawing from her global impact with LINGO and mission to reach one million students, she makes the case for why reimagining STEM education is the key to innovation and equity.
Audience Takeaways:
- Why traditional STEM education must evolve to meet today’s global challenges
- What educators, employers, and policymakers can do to shape the next generation of innovators
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FAQs
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Is Aisha Bowe available for virtual speaking events?
Yes, Aisha Bowe speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.
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Will Aisha Bowe speak at private events?
Yes, Aisha Bowe speaks at private corporate events, executive retreats, board meetings, and exclusive functions.
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- Corporate celebrations and award ceremonies
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- Detailed pricing proposal: 48-72 hours
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How far in advance should I book Aisha Bowe?
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Recommended booking timeline:- 3-6 months: Optimal availability and pricing
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Peak seasons: September-November and March-May book fastest. Contact CAA Speakers early for priority consideration.
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