Charles "Chuck" Beames

Gen Tav Taverney nails it: in a space race defined by speed more than anything else, a Continuing Resolution gives away the one thing we cannot recover: time. Space superiority will never be maintained on autopilot.

The Strait of Hormuz is not just a maritime flashpoint - it’s a preview and example of space warfare. The lesson - resilience comes from scale; deploy now, not later. Read the full op-ed below: forbes.com/sites/charlesb…

No one in Washington better understands GPS and how it must lead us all into the future than Lisa Dyer and @GPS4Life. @TrustPointGPS is honored to be a part of her esteemed team! dcvelocity.com/supply-chain/k…

In an article for @Forbes, TrustPoint Chairman @ChuckBeames outlines why the US must move faster to complement + strengthen GPS as electronic warfare intensifies. As adversaries work to disrupt navigation and timing, and drones + autonomy multiply, one PNT source isn’t enough.

Fantastic article by my good friend Doug Bryson, a true legendary intel officer. His story as a young Baltimore cop in the 70s is a powerful reminder that initiative and cohesion still win against the odds.

Always a bold vision from @ChuckBeames @SmallSat ! Thanks for giving me and @FIUPresident @MDCollege @LaowaiE @eMergeAmericas a launch platform 🚀

🚀 Miami’s Next Frontier: Aerospace, Aviation & Space At the 2026 Miami Economic Forum, hosted by the Economic Club of Miami, leaders from academia, government, and industry came together to answer a big question: Can Miami become a global hub for aerospace and space innovation? Moderated by Tyler Johnson (@tylerjohns4927) of @eMergeAmericas, this panel featured: • @JeanetteNunezFL (FIU / Space Florida) • @RobJGonzalezFL (Miami-Dade County) • @MDCProvost Dr. Malou C. Harrison (Miami Dade College) • Charles Beames (SmallSat Alliance) The conversation made one thing clear: 👉 The future isn’t just on Earth—it’s in space, data, and national security innovation Key themes included: ✈️ Building a world-class aviation & aerospace workforce 🎓 Aligning education with real industry needs 🛰️ Investing in research, satellites, and emerging technologies 🏗️ Creating opportunity through initiatives like a potential spaceport at Miami Executive Airport 🌎 Positioning Miami as a serious global hub—not just a destination As @ChuckBeames put it: “Forget Silicon Valley—Miami should think of itself as ‘Space Valley.’” ▶️ You can watch the full panel discussion on our YouTube channel: youtu.be/1RCARvJRJxI This is exactly what we do at the Economic Club of Miami: Convene. Connect. Collaborate. If you want to be part of the most important conversations shaping Miami’s future—this is where they happen. 👉 Apply to become a member: econclubmiami.org/membership

I sat down with @MiamiTodayNews and @AbrahamGalvan_ to discuss building Miami-Dade into an aerospace hub 🚀 From education to manufacturing to flight, we are creating a full pipeline of opportunity ✈️ This is how you build a future-ready economy 👇🏻

Thank you to @FIUPresident for the invitation to tour @FIU_CEC alongside Colonel @ChuckBeames where we had the chance to meet the incredible SEDS students who showcased rockets they’ve designed and built for national competitions 🚀

It was a pleasure to welcome Miami-Dade County Commissioner Roberto J. Gonzalez and aerospace industry leader Chuck Beames to FIU for a visit to our College of Engineering and Computing. Together with our Students for the Exploration & Discovery of Space, we explored the innovation, talent, and research driving South Florida forward. Grateful for the opportunity to strengthen partnerships with government officials that support student success and our region's future.

At the 2026 Miami Economic Forum, we hosted an important conversation about what may become one of the next major frontiers for Miami’s economy: aerospace and aviation. What made this discussion especially meaningful was the range of institutions represented on stage — a reminder that the Economic Club of Miami has become a central convening point for the region’s economic ecosystem. The panel brought together leaders from across academia, government, and the private sector: • @FIUPresident Jeanette Nuñez, Chairman of Space Florida • Dr. Malou Harrison , Executive Vice President & Provost of @MDCollege • @RobJGonzalezFL, Miami-Dade County Commissioner • @ChuckBeames Executive Chairman of the SmallSat Alliance • Tyler Johnson (@LaowaiE), Director of National Security at @eMergeAmericas (moderator) Together they explored the talent pipeline, research partnerships, and policy environment needed to position Miami as a serious hub for aerospace innovation, space technology, and advanced manufacturing. From universities and government to industry leaders and investors, these are the types of conversations that happen when Miami’s economic ecosystem comes together in one place. 🎥 Watch the full panel discussion: youtu.be/1RCARvJRJxI?si…

“Space supply chain crisis” makes a good headline, but as I told @breakingdefense, the real bottleneck is demand clarity from the DoW. Investors and suppliers are ready to scale, they just need predictable RFPs and procurement, not more hand-wringing. breakingdefense.com/2026/02/the-sp…

Just wrapped up an outstanding aerospace panel discussing the future of aerospace and Miami-Dade with @FIUPresident Jeanette Núñez, Colonel @ChuckBeames , and leadership from @MDCollege. Strategic collaboration like this is how we keep Miami-Dade County leading the next generation of aerospace innovation and workforce development. 🚀🌴

Great conversations and strong leadership at last week's Miami Space Summit. York leaders Melanie Preisser and Jon Estridge took the stage to discuss acquisition policy, national security, and how the ecosystem continues to mature. Thanks to @ChuckBeames and the SmallSat Alliance team for hosting a stellar event!

@RobJGonzalezFL @SpaceFlorida @NASA @SpaceX @SierraSpaceCo @iflymia @FIU @MDCollege @Baker_Aviation @USChamber Thank you for attending, Commissioner Gonzalez!

Miami-Dade is positioned to be a major player in the future of aerospace. I had a great conversation with @ChuckBeames at the Miami Space Summit about innovation, workforce development, and the opportunities ahead for our community. The future is here, and we’re ready for it. 🚀

Looking forward to seeing everyone in Miami tomorrow for the second annual Miami Space Summit, hosted by the SmallSat Alliance. Thanks to @SpaceNews_Inc for the feature.

Last week’s IPO officially opened a new chapter for York — powered by relentless execution and a team that shows up when it matters most. $YSS

@FlowTap1 Thank you, Patrick!

So proud of my brother-in-law ⁦@ChuckBeames⁩, who co-founded York Space Systems, which successfully debuted on the NYSE today!

Rapid solutions. Proven execution.