What do football helmet protections, GPS, and plane de-icing machines have in common?
They were three of the 1500 innovations in use today made possible by the Space Program in the 1960s. How do I know this? Because at Logan Airport in Boston, one of its hallways is lined with posters showing several of the discoveries that came from space research, including LED lighting, space blankets, the ability to harness solar energy, firefighter gear, and infrared ear thermometers. Who knew?
It’s a great example of storytelling — sharing facts in powerful visual snippets that help people make connections about something that would otherwise go unnoticed.
Your organization may have less dramatic but similar stories to tell. People probably griped about spending money on space without realizing how much they would benefit in other areas. What contributions are you making that may be of value to others — if they only knew of them?
