Space Speaker Sarah Cruddas

Space Speaker Sarah Cruddas is a journalist, broadcaster, and children's author with an academic background in astrophysics. On television, she appears on Sky News covering Space News and makes guest appearances on the BBC, ITV, Channel 5 News, and Channel 4 News. She is also an expert on shows for the Discovery Channel and National Geographic.

On radio, Sarah shares her expertise across BBC radio and has both presented and reported for BBC Radio 4. She contributes articles about space for various publications, including BBC News, The Sunday Times, BBC Focus, BBC Futures, New Scientist, CNN, and The Royal Aeronautical Society. She is currently working on a documentary series about space exploration.

Sarah also serves as a consultant for space and new technology companies in the UK and USA. Recent projects include collaborating with Flirtey, the company behind the first FAA-approved drone test in the USA, and Haydale, a graphene solutions provider. This unique blend of experience gives Sarah a deep understanding of how science and technology are being transformed into practical business solutions.

Sarah Cruddas is an experienced events host and after-dinner speaker, having worked in the UK, Europe, and America. Her recent engagements include collaborations in Silicon Valley with NASA, Virgin Galactic, and the Space Foundation, focusing on how business is propelling space exploration forward. She has also partnered with Red Bull Stratos for live shows featuring Space Diver Felix Baumgartner, and has hosted live events with British astronaut Tim Peake and moon-walker Buzz Aldrin.

Sarah's key interest lies in how businesses can drive science and innovation. Her clients have included The European Union, Samsung, Google, The Commercial Graphene Show, AON, and RAL Space. She has also worked extensively with educational institutions to encourage women to pursue careers in science and technology. Beyond science, Sarah is passionate about travel and has reported from Rwanda, Moldova, Transnistria, Tibet, China, North Korea, Australia, and various locations in the US and Western Europe.

She actively supports charities such as Hope and Homes for Children and Bobby Charlton's charity, Find a Better Way. Sarah is deeply interested in broadcast, corporate presenting, and outreach work in space science, technology, and engineering. She is a highly sought-after corporate presenter, events host, and after-dinner speaker. Since 2009, she has been a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) ambassador, inspiring children to take an interest in these fields.

Speaker Topics:

Keynote & After Dinner Speaking - Sarah Cruddas can discuss a wide range of science, engineering, and technology subjects with in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience. Her specialties include:

• Astronomy
• Space science and technology
• Science and the developing world
• Communicating and reporting on science
• Engineering and technology and how science is shaping our world.

Sarah draws from her direct experience with past and present space missions, including those in developing regions like China and Africa, and the commercial space industry. She also discusses her work with Sir Bobby Charlton on improving the science behind clearing landmines, as well as advancements in material science and medical technology.

Educational Talks:
Sarah Cruddas is a bestselling children’s author, writing books about space published by Dorling Kindersley. She has extensive experience working with schools and the education sector, from Key Stage 1 to Sixth Form. Sarah is particularly passionate about inspiring girls to pursue careers in science, engineering, and technology under the STEM umbrella.

Her talks for children cover astronomy, space, weather, material science, technology, and engineering. Sarah also delivers career talks specific to the sciences and discusses how science shapes our world. She shares insights from her reporting experiences abroad and explains the crucial role of science in the developing world, discussing topics like farming, climate change, landmine clearing, and children in institutional care.

Conference Facilitating & Presenting:
Sarah Cruddas has a wealth of experience in conference facilitation. She has led business events focused on science and technology, awards evenings, science festivals, and educational events. Her conference work includes live interviews with guests on stage and moderating discussions and debates.

Her specialist areas include science, technology, engineering, weather, climate, and education. Additional topics cover travel, foreign reporting, and overseas charity work.

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