Joseph M. Acaba

Joseph M. Acaba

Keynote Speaker: First Person of Puerto Rican Heritage to be a NASA Astronaut; Veteran of Multiple ISS Missions; STEM Education Champion

Joseph M. Acaba Biography

Joseph M. Acaba is a NASA astronaut whose career demonstrates dedication to space exploration and scientific advancement. He is the former chief of the astronaut office of astronauts at NASA. He was the first person of Puerto Rican heritage to be chosen as a NASA astronaut.

Selected as part of NASA's astronaut class, Acaba has completed multiple missions to the International Space Station, logging significant time in orbit while conducting experiments in microgravity research, Earth observation, and technology demonstrations. His spaceflights, including long-duration expeditions aboard the Space Shuttle and Soyuz spacecraft, have contributed to the understanding of human physiology in space and supported international collaboration in low-Earth orbit.

Acaba's professional experience includes roles as a mission specialist, science officer, and educator at NASA's Johnson Space Center. He has contributed to payload integration, robotics operations, and spacewalk preparations, supporting NASA's human spaceflight programs. Acaba has received awards such as the NASA Space Flight Medal and Distinguished Service Medal. His background in engineering and geophysics, developed through work in disaster response and education, informs his perspective on resilience, STEM education, and space travel.

In addition to his astronaut duties, Acaba participates in NASA's Artemis program, training, public outreach, and mentoring. His public speaking engagements address challenges such as adapting to zero gravity and international teamwork, offering insights from his experiences in space missions. Acaba communicates the complexities of space exploration to diverse audiences, sharing firsthand accounts of humanity's efforts beyond Earth.

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Joseph M. Acaba Videos

Welcome Event in Dhaka | Joseph M. Acaba
Summit Interview on STEM Education | Joseph M. Acaba
Q&A Session on Space Careers | Joseph M. Acaba

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Joseph M. Acaba is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Space, Astronaut, Hispanic Heritage, Technology, Science, STEM, STEM Education, Diversity & Inclusion, Educational Motivational, Leadership and Research & Exploration.

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Joseph M. Acaba is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Space, Astronaut and Hispanic Heritage. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Joseph M. Acaba can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are José M. Hernández, Shayla Rivera and Serena Auñón-Chancellor. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joseph M. Acaba for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 14/12/2025.

Joseph M. Acaba Videos

Welcome Event in Dhaka | Joseph M. Acaba
Summit Interview on STEM Education | Joseph M. Acaba
Q&A Session on Space Careers | Joseph M. Acaba
STEM Talk for Students | Joseph M. Acaba
Meet Artemis Team Member Joe Acaba
  • How do I book Joseph M. Acaba to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Joseph M. Acaba for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Joseph M. Acaba, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Joseph M. Acaba or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Joseph M. Acaba for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Joseph M. Acaba, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joseph M. Acaba, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Joseph M. Acaba speak about?

    Joseph M. Acaba is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Space, Astronaut, Hispanic Heritage, Technology, Science, STEM, STEM Education, Diversity & Inclusion, Educational Motivational, Leadership and Research & Exploration.
  • Who is the agent for Joseph M. Acaba?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joseph M. Acaba for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Joseph M. Acaba for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Joseph M. Acaba or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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