Our origin comes from the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson’s reflections on nature:

“If the stars should appear one night in a thousand years, how would men believe and adore; and preserve for many generations the remembrance of the city of God which had been shown! But every night come out these envoys of beauty, and light the universe with their admonishing smile.”

Every industry has “star people” - Individuals so bright they influence and inspire entire sectors. The nature of work, however, often leaves them isolated.

Astra is the constellation that connects the brightest lights and weaves them together in a meaningful way. We create networks where remarkable leaders can multiply their influence and guide us to a bigger, bolder, more beautiful future.

To create these conversations, Astra’s leadership draws from decades of experience in innovation, investment, technology, non-profits, fundraising, research, and culture. We’ve spent years building an international network via hundreds of events, gathering leaders across disciplines, and creating communities to influence everything from tech to water.