About Forever in Space
What we believe
At Forever in Space, we see space as a vast, open gallery waiting to be filled with the voices and visions of people from all walks of life.
We believe that space shouldn’t be reserved for governments and billionaires. Instead, we’re bringing space down to Earth by making the infinite cosmos accessible to everyone in a way that’s never been done before.
Everyone should have the opportunity to leave their mark in the universe, to send a message that will travel through the stars and time itself.
What we offer
We offer the chance to send your audio and picture messages into deep space. Through our satellite, Lumina 1, we provide a pathway for your voice and images to journey across the cosmos. This unique, never-been-seen-before experience is a chance to connect with the universe in a personal way and the opportunity to become a digital astronaut and get some seriously cool space swag.
How we do it
Our approach combines advanced technology with a passion for space exploration. We have developed a method to transform your messages into light, which then emits and traverses through the vastness of space. These messages are then sent into the ether via Lumina 1 aboard a commercial rocket before being released into space for eternity.
Space Partners
NearSpace Launch, Inc. is dedicated to removing the friction that hinders innovation and access to space. NSL has collaborated with government agencies including NASA and DARPA, and has successfully launched over 400+ space systems with 100 an astonishing 100% mission success rate.
NearSpace Education is a 501(c)3 Non-profit organization that aims to inspire, equip, and impact the next generation of STEM students through innovative educational programs.
ReInvented Our mission is to reinvent the general perception of women in STEM fields while inspiring interest in STEM for young women worldwide. Reinvented Magazine aspires to break barriers and aid the movement to get more girls involved in STEM by creating the nation’s first print magazine for women in STEM.
Sprout developed by The Good API is a seamless way for stores to integrate the ability to donate trees through goals that they set. To date, they have helped facilitate the planting over 1 million trees in partnership with the Eden Reforestation Project.
Relational Ventures is a private fund focused on bringing innovative technologies to market.
Liebert Ventures is a private investment fund focused on information technology, cybersecurity, web3 and space innovations.
Space Tourism Society Ahead of its time, The Space Tourism Society was founded in 1996 and was the first organization specifically focused on the space tourism industry. It’s mission is to conduct research, build public desire, and acquire the financial and political power to make space tourism available to as many people as possible as soon as possible. To date they have X members and over 20 corporate partnerships as well as hosting the annual Space Tourism Conference.
The Blueberry STEM Foundation is not just about reaching for the stars; it’s about changing the narrative in STEM education and making space exploration an achievable dream for the next generation.
Graham McBain
The Founder of Forever in Space
The founder of Forever in Space, Graham McBain, lives in California and has a lifelong fascination with the stars. His journey began with a dream, which has grown into the reality of designing and building our satellite, Lumina 1. With a mission fueled by an aspiration to connect humanity with the cosmos, through Lumina 1 and a fantastic team, Graham aims to make the dream of sending your messages into space a reality.
The Forever in Space Team
Investors, Advisors, and Advocates
Peter Liebert, Advocate and Investor
A cybersecurity and privacy expert who has a lifelong passion for space and space exploration. He is currently the Executive Director of Cybersecurity at Vista Equity Partners.
Lester “Farva” Melanson, Advisor
Aerospace, Astronautical and Aeronautical engineer and a Navy Test Pilot with 20 years of service to his credit, he currently is the Vice President for Advanced Systems at 2 Circles Consulting.
Alyssa Carson, Advocate and Advisor
An Astrobiologist, global speaker, space enthusiast, and doctoral student who aims to not only join a future space mission but to pass her passion on to others.
Bert Carson, Advisor
Bert Carson spent 30 years as a freelance videographer working with federal, state, and local governments and police departments. He earned a B.S. in Finance with a specialization in Insurance from Louisiana Tech. Today he serves as an Infrastructure Partner for Sustainability Partners.
John Spencer, Advisor
Internationally renowned outer space architect, John Spencer, is a leading expert in the creation and design of structures and facilities for outer space, such as the International Space Station for NASA. He is also the founder of the Space Tourism Society and co-author of Space Tourism – Do you Want to Go?
Jamie King, Advocate
Jamie King is a space and cryptocurrency advocate as well as a seasoned strategic product and marketing advisor whose accolades include being a co-founder of Rockstar Games and the former CEO of the Lone Signal.
Dr. Jacob Haqq-Misra, Advisor
Dr. Haqq-Misra is a senior research investigator at the Blue Marble Space Institute of Science. Jacob received his Ph.D. in meteorology and astrobiology in 2010 and his M.S. in meteorology in 2007 from Penn State University. He also completed B.S. degrees in astrophysics and computer science from the University of Minnesota in 2005 and an M.B.A. from Southern New Hampshire University in 2021. He has also published numerous papers including the “The benefits and harm of transmitting into space” and the book “Sovereign Mars: Transforming Our Values through Space Settlement”
Cathrin Machin, Advocate
Cathrin “Cat” Machin is one of the world's most loved space artists and the highest crowd funded painter in the world. Having painted for billionaires, prolific space companies, and world renowned Scientists, her artwork has gone on to be featured on the Discovery Channel and is soon to be placed in some of the world's top museums. Her art is truly out of this world and worth a look!