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18 September 2024
The Droning Company's <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/news/categories/jon-mcbride" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jon McBride</a> gets an overview and demo of <a href="https://shop.leica-geosystems.com/leica-blk/blk2fly/overview?c1=GAW_SE_NW&amp;source=USA_RC_BRND&amp;kw=leica_blk2fly_exm&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_term=leica_blk2fly_exm&amp;utm_campaign=USA__-__Reality_Capture__-__Branded&amp;cr5=621284425815&amp;cr7=c&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9Km3BhDjARIsAGUb4nw_gDW4a3_q84SDckp2O34dKXCyuR8p9dRrsZkI8f6xAF_Ew3VLLagaAgcHEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Leica's BLK2FLY</a>&mdash;the world&rsquo;s first fully integrated autonomous LiDAR UAV&mdash;with Frank Collazo and Matt Brown.
<h5>Watch!</h5>
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COMMERCIAL UAV EXPO 2024 RECAP: Leica Geosystems BLK Autonomy

17 September 2024
The <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.dji.com/neo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DJI Neo</a> was debuted at the Commercial UAV Expo on September 5. 
Visit the DJI booth with The Droning Company's <a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/our-team/brazzel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Timothy Brazzel</a> to get a peak at the company's lightest, most compact video drone.
<h5>Watch!</h5>
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Commercial UAV Expo 2024 Recap: DJI Neo Release

03 September 2024
If you're attending the Commercial UAV Expo in Las Vegas, September 3-5&mdash;and you should be there, after all&mdash;do a "flyby" to Booth #304 and meet the principals of The Droning Company.&nbsp;
Scheduled to be at the booth a various times throughout the day are CEO Stuart Smith, <a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/news/categories/jon-mcbride" target="_blank" rel="noopener">"The Drone Jesus" Jon McBride</a>, drone vloggers supreme <a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/news/categories/chris-fravel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chris Fravel</a> and <a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/news/categories/sam-karp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sam Karp</a>, marketing director <a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/our-team/ron-morgan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ron Morgan</a>, and drone-gig guru <a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/news/categories/brazzel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Timothy Brazzel.</a>
<h5>SUPER-BONUS MEET-UP OPPORTUNITY WITH PETER BURNS III: THE DRONE FINANCIER!</h5>
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If you're seeking financing for your drone business, The Droning Company is showcasing booth time with <a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/blog/-i-want-to-be-the-drone-financier-" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Peter Burns III</a> of Burns Funding.
<a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/blog/-i-want-to-be-the-drone-financier-" target="_blank" rel="noopener">READ ALL ABOUT BURNS FUNDING HERE!</a>
Catch the team as you can, because they will be conducting daily interviews with drone exhibitors and reporting the news here on The Droning Company website.
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Be sure to drop by Booth #304!
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Hang Out With The Droning Company During Commercial UAV Expo

27 August 2024
The runway is short and time is flying fast. Here are some reminders why you SHOULD NOT miss this expo...
Industry Driven Conference Tracks
Dive deeply into&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12171.1.53e2bc8674e580d3fccde0fcddd6c3d5" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">specialized tracks</a>&nbsp;on Construction, Energy and Utilities, Infrastructure and Transportation, plus a new Policy track focusing on regulatory developments. Hear from industry-leading experts addressing pressing challenges and offering game-changing solutions. Keynote Presentations
The Commercial UAV Expo keynotes will address the acceleration of commercial drone technology's viability. Key topics include pivotal changes, challenges, and implications of FAA regulations, and how "drone champions" can enhance efficiencies for large public and private organizations. Keynoters will also discuss developments significantly impacting the drone industry. 225+ Solutions Providers
Connect with over&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12172.1.ed3a2a8aba52223594f207a783693d90" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">225 leading providers</a>&nbsp;in the&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12173.1.5ad1e9504d80fa40fd09b7d712d32291" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3">maxed-out exhibit hall</a>. Compare and qualify hundreds of solutions and engage with technical leads and users to find the right tools for your needs.
New and Expanded Content
Gain insights at the&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12174.1.f911b472d1953c5c1d6082501a33f131" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="4">DRONERESPONDERS Public Safety Summit</a>&nbsp;and explore hydrogen aviation at the debut of the&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12175.1.ae1cbdaa7ef15c275ab2e6d278731b54" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5">FLYING HY Conference</a>. Participate in additional education including workshops and Exhibit Hall Theater programming. Live Outdoor Flying Demonstrations
Witness the latest drone technology in action during&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12176.1.a6a533e124ccf50c846a16515efb53d3" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="6">Live Outdoor Flying Demonstrations</a>, showcasing real-world capabilities. Engage with experts as they narrate live scenarios and field questions. Pilot Hub
Enhance your skills with targeted&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12177.1.7be743638a4d556df5a534d9719f4ef9" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="7">drone pilot education</a>, whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned pro or just starting out. Embrace the opportunity to grow and refine your abilities with expert guidance, ensuring you reach new heights in your drone piloting career. Level Up Lounge
Commercial UAV Expo is partnering with Global Air U to co-host the&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12178.1.96ab407edcbc839b0f7cf9f8f607214d" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="8">Level Up Lounge</a>, an innovative space dedicated to personal, professional, and brand development. Unparalleled Networking
Engage with&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12179.1.938f7ee08fa8814610b5bd811ee8546e" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="9">3,750 industry professionals</a>&nbsp;from around the globe. Participate in multiple networking events to exchange ideas, collaborate, and expand your professional network.
Commercial UAV Expo is backed by more than <a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=447359.12180.1.2c9489fc8c05ec84510d676bbfe99c87" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="10">300 associations and media companies</a>&nbsp;from six continents. Don't miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within the commercial drone industry!
<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/9oksd7zKBHyv3gy9l1QoqRRK6A1Rfi36rg7Iz1xV.jpg" alt="" width="640" height="129" /> Use code&nbsp;SAVE100&nbsp;for a FREE Exhibit Hall Pass or $100 off a Full Conference Pass.
<h3 dir="auto" style="text-align: center;" align="left"><a style="color: #ba372a; background-color: #f1c40f;" href="https://www.xpressreg.net/register/UAVA0924/landing.php?sc=SAVE100" target="_blank" rel="noopener">REGISTER NOW!</a></h3>

Commercial UAV Expo is Happening Soon

20 August 2024
By Dawn Zoldi
<h5>Brews &amp; Crews: Cheers to Building an Industry Together&nbsp;</h5>
This year marks the fourth anniversary of what has become a<a href="https://www.expouav.com/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwzva1BhD3ARIsADQuPnX26vYLmA_ezjprqJZOXyzO3Gj3wqLF1waKF2XcU3xK9tizFzHHIOoaAh6REALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Commercial UAV Expo</a> (CUAV Expo) staple side-event, the <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://carahevents.carahsoft.com/Event/Register/511445-P3tech" target="_blank" rel="noopener">annual Labor Day networking happy hour</a>. We&rsquo;ll also be interviewing a string of industry professionals live from the floor again as part of our <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwa7XjWIb91rI_yRnFoDi6ZOuS3xcB2kr&amp;si=eqPoPo3krWVzbC3e" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Full Crew live event series</a>. Whether you join us in person or check us out &ldquo;on the line,&rdquo; these brews and Crews help you to grow personal and professional relationships and obtain valuable expert industry insights. The Droning Company asked me to tell you how these traditions came about and what you can expect at this year&rsquo;s Expo and beyond, so here you go!
<h5>A Sip In Time</h5>
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In 2021, right after the COVID-19 pandemic (and for industry events, 2020 or &ldquo;the year that wasn&rsquo;t), many of us gathered for the first time&mdash;in a long time &mdash;at the Mirage Hotel &amp; Casino for that year&rsquo;s CUAV Expo.
Just two years into my business (<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">P3 Tech Consulting</a>), and a few months after jumping into it full time, like almost everyone, I hungered for connection. I remember arriving in Vegas on Sunday and throwing out a LinkedIn post along the lines of, &ldquo;Anyone in Vegas for Commercial UAV, flash mob in the Mirage lobby bar tomorrow at 6pm,&rdquo; (or words to that effect). The response was overwhelming!
I made so many industry connections at that first &ldquo;Flash Mob Networking Event" with whom I've since collaborated on a project or two (or three). More importantly, everyone there made their own business connections, too.
Given that initial success, in year two, we moved the mob over to country western-themed Gilleys at T.I. (a casino formerly known as Treasure Island). And even more people came! That year, folks showed up fresh off of international flights including our friends from <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://hoveruav.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hover UAV</a> (Australia), <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.elsight.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Elsight</a> (Israel) and for their first U.S expo appearance, <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://ideaforgetech.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IdeaForge</a> (India). And no bull, our fearless Producer, Mike Pehel (<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.upstreem.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UpStreem</a>) actually rode the mechanical bull that night.
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CUAV 2022 Mob!
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Mike Pehel braves the bull.
Also in 2022, the &ldquo;flash mob&rdquo; idea expanded into socials for other events and shows. We held an awesome gathering the night before our first-ever <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/law-tech-connect" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Law-Tech Connect</a> (LTC) educational workshop at AUVSI&rsquo;s XPONENTIAL in Orlando. Now an integral part of LTC, we have held similar socials in Denver and San Diego. Each year, these grow.
Speaking of growing and last year, along with some friends, we fomented the first (now annual) &ldquo;no host social&rdquo; at the Hilton lobby bar at FAA Drone &amp; AAM Symposium in Baltimore. (We just held our 2nd annual last month).
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Third Annual LTC Social 2024
Also in 2023, our annual CUAV Expo social marked an all time high in terms of friends and fun. Thanks to our partner and sponsor, <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.carahsoft.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Carahsoft</a>, our mob converged on Harrahs&rsquo; Carnival Court for hours on end. We rocked out to the <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.spandexnation.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spandex Nation</a> 80s hair band well into the late hours of the night.
This year, again due to the generous support of Carahsoft, we&rsquo;ll be clinking glasses and getting to know each other better on Monday, September 2, 2024, at the <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.caesars.com/caesars-palace/things-to-do/nightlife/vista-cocktail-lounge" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vista Cocktail Lounge</a> in Caesar&rsquo;s Palace, from 5-7pm. Sign up with this <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://carahevents.carahsoft.com/Event/Register/511445-P3tech" target="_blank" rel="noopener">link</a> to reserve your spot.
<h5>Not Quite So Motley</h5>
After having a blast Monday night, walking the expo floor for a day or so, kicking off &ldquo;OEM, System &amp; Software Leaders&rdquo; Month on our <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/dawn-of-autonomy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dawn of Autonomy podcast</a> with <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://sagetech.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sagetech Avionics </a>on Wednesday morning and moderating the &ldquo;<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/session/case-studies-in-energy-utilities/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Case Studies in Energy &amp; Utilities&rdquo; panel</a> that afternoon, we&rsquo;ll be once again filming our <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/upcomingevents" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Full Crew live</a> from the floor.
Much like the Flash Mob Networking Happy Hour, Full Crew, as an umbrella brand, and the related live streams, started organically. In 2022, we were working closely with <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://dronelife.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DroneLife</a> on our legacy podcast, &ldquo;The Dawn of Drones&rdquo; (btw The Droning Company&rsquo;s Best Podcast of 2023). That year, we had booked out the year quickly, but people continued coming to us for more podcasts. We created two technology-focused podcasts, <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/full-crew-and-full-tilt" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Full Crew and spin-off Full TILT </a><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/full-crew-and-full-tilt" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(Tech Industry Leadership Talks)</a>, to fill this gap.
The Full Crew podcast features the leading voices in tech who discuss the hottest topics in the media for the industry and provide candid first impressions of those stories. The Full TILT podcast focuses on perspectives from tech sector leaders who give viewers an intimate look at the influences in their lives that helped to inform the leadership strategies they currently use to build the products, teams and cultures that shape their companies.
Our Full Crew live from event show floors also arose in 2022 and at Comm UAV. At that show, on the fly, a rep for <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HzyNPZVdH0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IdeaForge asked us to interview the team&rsquo;s leaders from their booth</a>. This first foray into live event streams spun off an entirely new line of effort (&ldquo;Full Crew Live&rdquo;) which continues, like our social hours, to snowball. These event streams are of our most watched shows. For example, our recent <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/YSxkNS2rxXU" target="_blank" rel="noopener">stream from the FAA Drone &amp; AAM Symposium</a>, sponsored by <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://airspacelink.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Airspace Link</a>, has garnered almost 600 views just on <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnzoldi/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">my LinkedIn</a> and keeps growing.
At CUAV Expo, expect to find us propped up somewhere on the show floor, with laptop and halo light, interviewing a slew of industry stalwarts and newcomers including: Leica Geospatial, Airspace Link, Sagetech Avionics, Black Swift Technologies, VOTIX, USI, M&amp;R Environmental, Grand Sky and likely some surprise guests. Our stream sponsors, UAS Strategic (<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zevnadler/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Zev Nadler</a>) and Clarify Consulting (<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieldfuller/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dan Fuller</a>) have made this particular stream possible.
<h5>Over the Horizon</h5>
What&rsquo;s next after CUAV Expo? Beyond September, check out our upcoming monthly newscasts (September is EV Month) and event streams (next up: IAM Madrid thanks to <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://truweathersolutions.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TruWeather Solutions</a> and then UAS Summit in Grand Forks with <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://grandskynd.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grand Sky</a>).
As for 2025, not only will this be a huge year for the industry (my prediction), it also marks &ldquo;Year 5&rdquo; for my company. To celebrate this milestone and continue adding value, we plan to launch a new digital media platform, &ldquo;Autonomy Global&rdquo; (AG) on January 1st (The Droning Company will be a Media Partner of AG).
Also stay tuned for more ways to become part of our Crew, experience our &ldquo;flash mobs, join us on our Dawn of Autonomy podcast and plan to attend our 4th Annual Law-Tech Connect Workshop colocated with XPONENTIAL in Houston on Monday May 19th (with a social on Sunday night). <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/newsletter" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sign up for my P3 Tech Newsletter</a> (which becomes AG News next year) to get the latest industry updates and to plug into all of these efforts.
In the meantime, I hope to see you soon all in Vegas! Viva!
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Commercial UAV Expo 2024 Networking Happy Hour

08-06-24
The <a href="https://www.expouav.com/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwk8e1BhALEiwAc8MHiDsPkUGnwuC9Wd1q87075cf2MM0NA_D7GZyq33utJlUOokqR3tvgHBoCP8UQAvD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo 2024</a> kicks off at Cesar's Forum, Las Vegas, September 3-5.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.xpressreg.net/register/UAVA0924/landing.php?sc=SAVE100" target="_blank" rel="noopener">REGISTER NOW</a> for the 10th Edition of the leading international trade show and conference that focuses on the integration and operation of commercial UAS. Use code&nbsp;SAVE100&nbsp;for a FREE Exhibit Hall Pass or $100 off a Full Conference Pass.
Here's why you can't miss this "can't miss" expo...
Industry Driven Conference Tracks
Dive deeply into&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.11994.1.48d0d7c8e5a13b56177bf62c36b7c5be" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">specialized tracks</a>&nbsp;on Construction, Energy and Utilities, Infrastructure and Transportation, plus a new Policy track focusing on regulatory developments. Hear from industry-leading experts addressing pressing challenges and offering game-changing solutions. Keynote Presentations
The Commercial UAV Expo keynotes will address the acceleration of commercial drone technology's viability. Key topics include pivotal changes, challenges, and implications of FAA regulations, and how "drone champions" can enhance efficiencies for large public and private organizations. Keynoters will also discuss developments significantly impacting the drone industry. 225+ Solutions Providers
Connect with over <a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.11995.1.73b5575dde5e3e956fcc6d660559bfd1" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">225 leading providers</a>&nbsp;in the&nbsp;<a id="" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.11996.1.f66afcbc24c6cbc6a87378a1a93a0cdc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3">maxed-out exhibit hall</a>. Compare and qualify hundreds of solutions and engage with technical leads and users to find the right tools for your needs. New and Expanded Content
Gain insights at the&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.11997.1.c3bfa49e37829f2910e5977b5fe188cf" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="4">DRONERESPONDERS Public Safety Summit</a>&nbsp;and explore hydrogen aviation at the debut of the&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.11998.1.2cc402a70a0aebfc5c433750d5f4da9d" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5">FLYING HY Conference</a>. Participate in additional education including workshops and Exhibit Hall Theater programming. Live Outdoor Flying Demonstrations
Witness the latest drone technology in action during&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.11999.1.f9cd416ece2fd2d1cafb0eeb0fc41efc" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="6">Live Outdoor Flying Demonstrations</a>, showcasing real-world capabilities. Engage with experts as they narrate live scenarios and field questions. Pilot Hub
Enhance your skills with targeted&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.12000.1.d84a52ca0961e5f166cce63b3923e64a" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="7">drone pilot education</a>, whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned pro or just starting out. Embrace the opportunity to grow and refine your abilities with expert guidance, ensuring you reach new heights in your drone piloting career. Level Up Lounge
Commercial UAV Expo is partnering with Global Air U to co-host the <a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.12001.1.1acce1225c31f7dbbd6f7202d41646e6" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="8">Level Up Lounge</a>, an innovative space dedicated to personal, professional, and brand development. Unparalleled Networking
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Engage with&nbsp;<a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.12002.1.4560912773d32a4be9c13d661873da01" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="9">3,750 industry professionals</a>&nbsp;from around the globe. Participate in multiple networking events to exchange ideas, collaborate, and expand your professional network.
Commercial UAV Expo is backed by more than <a id="" style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://email.cloud.secureclick.net/c/15361?id=426304.12003.1.7d890a5f89c7251bb72c125598c07980" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="10">300 associations and media companies</a> from six continents. Don't miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within the commercial drone industry!

Don't Miss Commercial UAV Expo 2024: Drones in Action

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By RoseAnn Denton
Traveling to South Korea to attend the FIDA drone soccer World Cup Festa 2024 and the Korea Drone Expo was not on my to do list for 2024. But this wonderful adventure became the highlight of my year for all things drone related.
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My introduction to drone soccer started in 2021 at Commercial UAV in Las Vegas. At this conference, my team (Hollywood drones, Grossmont College &amp; Camp of Champions) met Moon Hee Suh, Director &amp; Board Member of FIDA (Federation of International Dronesoccer Association). We were amazed by this new-found sport incorporating drones in a soccer field-like caged arena (imagine Harry Potter Quidditch without the brooms!). I was soon introducing drone soccer to elementary through high school students all summer in Palm Springs School District and Saturday drone boot camps.
It was very apparent how popular this could become here stateside.
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FIDA USA welcomed Grossmont community college to be the first sanctioned college drone soccer team in USA. We were off to a great start by indoctrination of students from our basic drone class to our drone soccer team. After the FIDA World Cup Festa 2024 invitation was received, we scrambled to get organized and figured out how to pack all the necessary gear. The chance to represent FIDA USA team and Grossmont College at the World Cup festa 2024 in South Korea was sure to be a highlight of my drone industry experiences.
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The first meeting with FIDA in Incheon, South Korea was at a banquet dinner at Sondo Central Park Hotel that included live entertainment, amazing dinner and a host who included all team reps to start the team bracket schedule. The passion of the founders of FIDA was on full display. Here, I saw many countries with their teams all together in our dinner hall meeting each other for the first time.
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We met teams from 18 countries to compete in the class 20 and class 40 categories. Some countries had as many as eight teams. Adult teams and secondary school age teams came to compete at a serious level. The feeling of camaraderie from all these different people with one commonality&mdash;love of drone soccer was infectious. Cheering on other countries, sharing technology and equipment help, and gifting swag to each other made this event so memorable.
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Next day, at the Incheon Convention Center, we met with all the other teams and I realized they have been playing for years! FIDA USA team are newbies compared to France or China or Turkey to name just a few. As we pulled out our equipment, I looked around the convention center to the view of so many teams that travelled so far to compete really was inspiring. The passion and excitement and making new international friends was a big part of the four-day event. Thankfully, we won a few bracket matches in both the class 20 and class 40 events. Taking lots of selfies with teams and following new IG profiles was a fun part in between competing. We all learned a lot about this great new international sport (for instance, there is no such thing as having too many batteries!).
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Adjacent to the competition was the Korean drone expo. I walked this expo on day three. The market for these UAS products was definitely security and military oriented. Drones with missiles attached was a product I thought never to see in person. I will let the photos speak for themselves.
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This four-day event also included a fantastic night drone light show. Located in Songdo neighborhood&mdash;a beautiful open park in Incheon. In fact, the Guinness Book of World Records was on deck to document this as the largest drone show to date with 5,293 drones in operation. The music and huge turnout of families that came to have this shared experience was quite special.
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As I made my way back to USA airport customs desk, I was asked &ldquo; What was your purpose for visiting South Korea?&rdquo;
I answered that I came to represent the USA in a drone soccer competition. The reaction from the federal agent made me realize I have a lot of work to do to share the news of how great the drone soccer sport is ( side note&mdash;he did not believe me), so at the end of this once-in-a-lifetime trip, all I can think about is Iooking forward to getting Grossmont FIDA USA team expanded and keep training for the next competition&mdash;FIDA 1st international World Cup 2025.
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This drone pilot can keep dreaming!
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FIDA Drone Soccer World Cup Festa 2024

06 June 2024
Organizers of <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, the world&rsquo;s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, have announced an impressive list of conference topics and a roster of industry leaders who will provide insights on real-world use-case and strategies at the 2024 event. With the theme &ldquo;Drones in Action: Current Realities &amp; Future Frontiers,&rdquo; the education program focuses on how drone technology is solving problems and creating meaningful ROI. The event will take place September 3-5, 2024, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas.
Thought leaders from top organizations will share their expertise across informative and visionary conference sessions.
Industry Tracks will include sessions focused on the fast-growing verticals of <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/drones-in-construction/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Construction</a>, <a href="https://www.expouav.com/drones-in-energy-and-utilities/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Energy and Utilities</a> and <a href="https://www.expouav.com/drones-in-infrastructure-and-transportation/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Infrastructure and Transportation</a>. A dedicated Policy track will provide up-to-the-minute updates on regulation, providing drone operators with need-to-know information directly from regulators.
The Keynote Presentations will emphasize the importance of cultivating, supporting, and creating policies for drone programs, with more information announced in the coming weeks.
Within the conference, innovators, regulators, and end-users will share their expertise and visions and discuss the critical issues facing the industry. Detailed case-study sessions will showcase complex and successful drone projects across verticals, providing real-world insights that can improve workflows and demonstrate ROI.
<h5>Sessions to Include</h5>
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<li><a href="https://www.expouav.com/session/advancing-critical-infrastructure-inspections/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee">Advancing Critical Infrastructure Inspections</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.expouav.com/session/beyond-the-bottom-line-focus-on-safety/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee">Beyond the Bottom Line: Focus on Safety</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.expouav.com/session/creating-a-strong-industrial-drone-space/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee">Creating a Strong Industrial Drone Space</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.expouav.com/session/understanding-and-embracing-drone-workflows-in-construction/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee">Understanding and Embracing Drone Workflows in Construction</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.expouav.com/session/case-studies-in-energy-utilities/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee">Case Studies in Energy &amp; Utilities</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.expouav.com/session/honing-in-on-accuracy-in-drone-based-measurements/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee">Homing in on Accuracy in Drone-Based Measurements</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.expouav.com/session/utm-ecosystems-operationalization/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee">UTM Ecosystems &amp; Operations</a></li>
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<h5 style="text-align: center;"><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the Entire Conference Program</a></h5>
&ldquo;Commercial UAV Expo is the most important global event for commercial drone professionals and those looking to enter the commercial drone market,&rdquo; said Lee Corkhill, Group Event Director at Diversified Communications, organizer of Commercial UAV Expo. &ldquo;This year's conference program is the place to find commercial drone innovations and strategies that allow operators and end-users to move forward in the technology. This year's educational program includes industry-focused tracks meant to sort out the challenges related to adoption while also showcasing how drones are creating value.&rdquo;
Select sessions are produced with Commercial UAV Expo&rsquo;s Official Association Partner, <a href="https://www.expouav.com/commercial-drone-alliance/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial Drone Alliance,</a> an organization that advocates for the commercial use of drones by reducing barriers to enable this game-changing technology.
Commercial UAV Expo has two co-located education programs available this year:
<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/droneresponders-public-safety-summit/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DRONERESPONSERS Public Safety Summit,</a> presented by AIRT (Airborne International Response Team), is comprised of two days of programming designed to educate and prepare first responders, UAS program managers, and remote pilots at every experience level for public safety UAS operations.
FLYING HY Conference and Hydrogen Aviation Course, presented by <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/hysky/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HYSKY Society</a> is the world&rsquo;s leading hydrogen aviation event, featuring two days of hydrogen aviation education sessions.&nbsp; The Hydrogen Aviation Course is an all-day course taking place the day before the FLYING HY Conference. These events bring together all pieces of the hydrogen aviation ecosystem: hydrogen production, hydrogen logistics, hydrogen infrastructure, hydrogen fuel cells and engines, and, of course, hydrogen aircraft.
Commercial UAV Expo kicks off Tuesday, September 3, 2024, with pre-conference programming, <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/live-outdoor-drone-demonstrations/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Live Outdoor Flying Demonstrations</a>, and a Welcome Reception to kick off the opening of the Exhibit Floor. The newest addition to the Exhibit Floor is the <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/drone-pilots/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Drone Pilot Hub</a>, providing a unique learning opportunity for all pilots at different skill levels to meet with industry leaders and gain insight through short presentations available on all three days of the show.
The full conference program and exhibits run from Wednesday, September 4, through Thursday, September 5. Additional educational programming is hosted in the Exhibit Hall Theater, featuring compelling presentations and panel discussions about workforce development, safety systems, national drone programs, and more. The <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/exhibit-hall-preview/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Exhibit Hall</a> features an expanded exhibit hall with over <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/diversified/expouav2024/Public/Exhibitors.aspx?_gl=1*521sp4*_ga*MTk2ODMyNzMzMi4xNjkyOTc3OTcx*_ga_JYX9985N6Z*MTcxNzA3MzgxNi4xMzkuMS4xNzE3MDczOTcyLjI3LjAuMA.." target="_blank" rel="noopener">225 industry-leading solution providers</a> showcasing their latest UAS solutions, including airframes, software, sensors, and services. The event is expected to attract 3,750 commercial drone professionals from around the world and is backed by more than <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/supporting-partners/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">300 associations and media companies</a>.
Visit <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.expouav.com</a> for more information on attending or exhibiting, and <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.xpressreg.net/register/UAVA0924/landing.php?sc=CONFPRO" target="_blank" rel="noopener">register now for early bird rates!</a> &nbsp;
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<h5>About Commercial UAV Expo</h5>
<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=sp24&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, presented by <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.commercialuavnews.com/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV News</a>, is an international conference and expo exclusively focused on commercial UAS integration and operation. It will occur September 3-5, 2024, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada.&nbsp;
Commercial UAV Expo is produced by Diversified Communications&rsquo; technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News; Geo Week, Geo Week Newsletter, 3D Technology Newsletter, AEC Innovations Newsletter, Geo Business (UK), and Digital Construction Week (UK).&nbsp;
For more information about exhibiting at the Commercial UAV Expo, visit the <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/exhibition/?utm_source=pr&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=conferenceprogram&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">exhibitor information</a> page. For information on attending, visit <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.expouav.com/</a>.

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