NSF Director Event and Scheduling Requests

The U.S. National Science Foundation Office of the Director welcomes engagement opportunities for senior leadership in support of the agency's mission to advance the frontiers of science and engineering for the benefit of the nation.

How to submit a request

To request the NSF Director as a speaker, please send an email to Director Invitations six to eight weeks in advance of the event.

To request the Chief Science Officer or Chief Management Officer, please send a request to NSF COO Invitations six to eight weeks in advance of the event.

In your request, please include the following information:

  • Name of organization or institution submitting the request.
  • Event name, date and location.
  • In-person, virtual or video request.
  • Format of the event (e.g. keynote speech, roundtable, fireside chat).
  • Audience and/or participants.
  • Contact person's name and email address.
  • Relevant background information about the event.

A confirmation email will be sent upon receipt. 

General contact information for the Office of the Director

U.S. National Science Foundation
Office of the Director
Room W19100
2415 Eisenhower Ave
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 292-8000