Mr. Pullen is the Chief Economist of Milky Way Economy (MWE), a fifth industrial revolution think tank and boutique consultancy based in Washington, DC. He is the author or co-author of five books on technology, alternative finance, and the space industry.  George is an alumnus of UMaine and Johns Hopkins. Before co-founding MWE, he learned his craft, serving as an executive, banker, portfolio manager, hedge fund trader, and senior government economist. In addition to his role with MWE, Prof Pullen is an adjunct professor and frequent guest lecturer teaching financial economics, blockchain, deep tech, fintech, alternative markets, and the space economy. George is also the economics facilitator of the Space Force Futures Workshops and Doctrine Group. In addition, he is an investor, board member, and advisor for several small and medium-sized businesses in deep tech and space.