Alexandra Doten

A former space communications specialist with NASA and later, the U.S. Space Force, Alexandra Doten has worked with space industry giants, translating their complicated missions and tech into easy-to understand media for the public, elected officials, and subject matter experts around the world. Now, as an independent consultant to space organizations around the world, she writes and develop brand strategies, educational presentations, speeches, and social media content with the goal of increasing science literacy and cultivating interest in the space industry.

During COVID, Doten posted about the cosmos on social media and began Astro Alexandra as a fun diversion. Within a year, she had over a million followers. After two years, she had an LLC and a thriving community of Astro Insiders. She speaks on television, online, and on stage about topics like: space exploration, international space collaboration, advances in space discovery, current events, women in STEM, and the future of space travel. She also partner with brands such as LEGO looking to connect with curious people. In 2024, she was named a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree.

Boston-born and North Carolina-bred, Doten is a proud graduate of Vanderbilt University. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human and Organizational Development specializing in Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness.