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Meet Jennifer Vaughn An introduction to The Planetary Society’s new chief executive officer Written by Danielle Gunn Chief Communications Officer, The Planetary Society March 16, 2026 In February 2026, Jennifer Vaughn took the helm as chief executive officer of The Planetary Society. Jenn first joined the Society’s staff in 1997 as an editorial assistant for The Planetary Report, later rising to m...
As the new CEO of The Planetary Society, Jennifer Vaughn embodies the organization's core values of optimism, curiosity, and collaboration. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for the organization, which was founded by Carl Sagan and aims to advance space science and exploration. Vaughn's personal experiences, such as witnessing the landing of Pathfinder on Mars, have shaped her passion for space and inspired her to lead The Planetary Society. In her new role, Vaughn will focus on buil...