Session

353 - Breakout Panel - Women in the Drone Industry: Success in UAS!

Wednesday, June 23rd • 1:00pm — 2:00pm PDT

• Samantha Scully, Drone Pilot and Management Consultant, Sam and Drones
• Desi Ekstein, Drone Diva Desi, On The Go Video.biz
• Kim James, Director, UAV Aerial Works (Pty) Ltd.
• Renee Jones-Welch, Ph.D., Founder & CEO, With Kids in Mind Foundation
• Maggie Schuster, Founder, UAS Plus Services

Hear from Drone Women thought leaders, ambassadors, and industry players as they talk all things relating to the State of the Drone Industry for Women. Women are an outstanding asset - and phenomenal Drone experts changing mindsets are actively conducting business worldwide. Come be introduced to the trends and backgrounds of the drone market. Hear recommendations and get answers to all the burning Drone questions concerning careers, jobs, safety, regulations, and training - and how to get accessibility to the male-dominated UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) industry. The panel will cover: * Current Drone/Aerospace/UAS Industry Trends * Pathways for women and children in the Drone Industry * The value women bring to the Drone Industry * Career opportunities for women * Drone certification and hands-on training * Drone Associations and Organizations (USA & Africa)