On August 25, 2025, the Inter Astra Institute in partnership with the Commercial Space Marketplace for Innovation and Collaboration (COSMIC) hosted Dr. Bernard Harris as the ninth installment of the Gateway Workforce Development Series. This event provided a unique opportunity for professionals connected to the DoD, the U.S. Space Force, and anyone passionate about the space industry to gain valuable insights and expand their expertise through Dr. Harris’s journey as an astronaut, physician, and entrepreneur.