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Chapter 1. The Cosmos Economy.- Chapter 2. Blue oceans and greenfields in space.- Chapter 3. The importance of frontiers.- Chapter 4. Coming into the cosmos.- Chapter 5. No country for Earthmen.- Chapter 6. Turning over [space] rocks…Assumptions about space business.- Chapter 7 Planning on purpose Section.- Chapter 8. Settlement communities.- Chapter 9. Forever frontiers.- Chapter 10. Pushback and challenges.- Chapter 11. Visions of space.- Chapter 12. The space economy is already here.- Chapter 13. The new space merchants.- Chapter 14. The industrialization of space.- Chapter 15. Space biz.- Chapter 16. Space mining.- Chapter 17. Space manufacturing.- Chapter 18. No country for Earth men.- Chapter 19. Colonies, outposts, settlements, and stations.- Chapter 20. Don’t Look Back.- Chapter 21. The new 49-ers rush to space.- Chapter 22.- A competitive solar system.- Chapter 23. The rules of the game.- Chapter 24. Trouble in paradise.- Chapter 25. Industrial space.- Chapter 26. Business models.- Chapter 27. Diffusion of Innovations: The 5-Phase adoption model.- Chapter 28. Phase 1: Innovators/ The frontier phase of the new space economy.- Chapter 29. Phase 2: Early Adopter Phase.- Chapter 30. Phase 3: Early Mainstream Phase.- Chapter 31. Phase 4: Late Mainstream Phase.- Chapter 32. Phase 5: Late Adopters - Market Maturity Phase.- Chapter 33. Connecting the dots.- Chapter 34. A new generation of pilgrims.- Chapter 35. Questions and Answers.- Chapter 36. Lessons learned.- Chapter 37. How to be part of the new cosmos economy.

<p>Jack Gregg is currently Adjunct Professor at Whittier College (USA). He served as Executive Director of California Space Authority (USA), a space industry advocacy organization. Dr. Gregg has also designed, launched, and managed top-ranked MBA programs at four prominent universities and has consulted with public and private organizations on strategic professional development and organizational change.</p>

If man’s next big step is to live and work in space, then what will everyone do out there that is so different from what we are now doing here on Earth? As the future of space comes into focus it is clear that&nbsp; profit and power are the core elements of the new space economy. This entertaining and informative book looks at human settlement in space as a mainstream business opportunity for investors, entrepreneurs and far-sighted individuals seeking to secure&nbsp; their place in the innovative commercial space sector. Dr. Jack Gregg presents a unique 5-phase development roadmap that shows how space will grow from a frontier economy to a mature integrated market. Written in simple, non-technical language, this book answers such questions as:<br>• What is the new industrial space economy?<br>• What are the challenges and roadblocks on the way to a robust space economy?<br>• How will the rapid growth of the new space economy impact commerce back on Earth?<br>• How can one best investin profitable space-related enterprises?&nbsp;<div><br></div><div><i>The Cosmos Economy</i>&nbsp;is for readers who hope to be better equipped and more informed about the new space economy; someone who wants to learn how to take part in the business opportunities of the new high frontier of commercial space.</div><p></p>

Presents a 5-phase roadmap for creating infrastructure and other profitable commercial ventures in space Addresses social, political, environmental, economic, and legal developments of industrial space activities Offers a long-term, global, strategic perspective of the developing commercial space marketplace

“Timely … informative … engaging. Jack Gregg’s new book, The Cosmos Economy, is a welcome addition to the very short list of books on this topic. The Cosmos Economy is both an approachable read and a deep dive on a fast-moving, sometimes complex topic, the NewSpace economy … Gregg’s book gives us a behind the scenes look at the financial machinery that will drive this exciting new industry.” (Rod Pyle, Author of Space 2.0 and Editor-in-Chief of Ad Astra magazine)<p>“Markets have always had boundaries – until now!&nbsp; The Cosmos Economy shares why this truly global and multidisciplinary marketplace will transform how everyone works and lives in the 21st Century and beyond. Jack Gregg offers the primer to understanding how commerce, investment and entrepreneurship will be changed by the final frontier.” (Shelli Brunswick, COO, The Space Foundation)<br></p>

<p>“If you have heard about the recent revolution in the space sector but want to know more … this book is an excellent place to start. Gregg brings both analysis and creativity to his subject, providing a roadmap for the development of the space economy and answers to some of the most-asked questions from skeptics and enthusiasts alike. You will be inspired by the future he projects, and…spread that inspiration to others.” (Prof. Matthew Weinzeirl, the Joseph and Jacqueline Elbling Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School)&nbsp;<br></p>

<p>“Dr. Jack Gregg has made a substantial contribution to our thinking about the space economy with this volume.&nbsp; He nicely captures the rapidly changing roles of government and industry, including how commercial business practices are increasing the speed and efficiency of new space missions … This book is an important volume for everyone concerned with the future of space exploration and space commerce, including the many opportunities they will create on Earth.” (Kevin M. O'Connell, Director, Office of Space Commerce, U.S. Department of Commerce)<br></p>

<p>“The real Space Age has finally arrived. That's the message of <i>The Cosmos Economy</i>, a deeply-researched, highly-readable and very engaging look at the business promise of the final frontier … This is a book about opportunities. It's as fine a guide to these as I have ever seen.” (Mat Kaplan, Host and Producer, The Planetary Society / Planetary Radio)<br></p>