As the CEO of Pierce Aerospace, I lead the company through continuous growth and innovation, positioning it as a key player in Remote ID and drone security. I am heavily team-oriented and driven by our end user's mission. My focus is on advancing the development and commercialization of Remote ID technologies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and doing our part to enable the future of uncrewed systems integration into national and global airspace.Key responsibilities and achievements:- Spearhead the development and deployment of industry-leading Remote ID solutions, providing critical infrastructure for airspace management and safety in collaboration with federal, defense, and commercial partners.- Establish strategic engagements and contracts across numerous federal government agencies, advancing technology for safe and secure drone operations.- Secure multiple funding rounds, expand the company's R&D capabilities, and bring cutting-edge drone identification technologies to market.- Guide the company's participation across government and commercial markets, positioning Pierce Aerospace as a thought leader.- Build a high-performance team and cultivate a culture of innovation, driving continuous improvements in product development, operational efficiency, and market expansion.- Engage in advocacy and leadership within industry organizations to guide the policy framework surrounding Remote ID and UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) technology.At Pierce Aerospace, my mission is to advance the safe integration of drones into our skies, ensuring secure and scalable solutions that meet the demands of government, defense, and commercial stakeholders for years to come.

Board member serving as the chapter representative to the board.The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems and robotics, represents corporations and professionals from more than 60 countries involved in industry, government and academia. AUVSI members work in the defense, civil and commercial markets.

Looking for great teams with a Midwest connection that are scale to a global level.

I am a photographer, writer, and founder of the Social Photography collective. I previously served on the Board of Directors for the Stutz Artists Association, where I oversaw sponsorship procurement, curated gallery shows, and assisted with organizational revitalization. Services offered: photo, video, creative writing (including scripting), and social media consulting. My most recent writing projects involve technical and creative writing for the UAS (drone) industry. Photographically, I have a varied eye and can adapt to a customer's needs.I hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification, and I am available for aerial photography.I have work on permanent display at Butler University and in private collections. Exhibitions & Galleries:- Landscape and People of Cuba - IUPUI Cultural Arts Gallery 2013- Social Photography: Art in Progress - June/Oct 2014- Raymond James Gallery at the Stutz Open House - April 2015.- "Supernatural" at the New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art - June/July 2015- iMOCA vs. Hoosier Salon (Fourth Place) - August 2015- College Mentors for Kids Photography - Raymond James Gallery at the Stutz - October 2015- Fast Forward - 100 Years of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway - May 2016Published: Indianapolis Star, WTHR Channel 13, Genesis Literary & Art Magazine, Rally America, Ford Motorsport, Drive Magazine, Vertical Magazine, Racingjunk.com, iRally, Browse Networks, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, and Indiana University School of Liberal Arts.- Staff Photographer - Indiana University School of Liberal Arts.I taught photography to elementary students through my photography program with the College Mentors for Kids. Twitter: @amp3188

I served as EIR with Techstars in the first-ever joint U.S. government and private sector accelerator program. This accelerator covered autonomous technologies with a particular focus on Unmanned Aircraft Systems. I provided the accelerator’s ten startups with my industry expertise while also working with Techstars to expand long-term program opportunities. - Scouted innovative companies in the UAS and C-UAS space (multiple placements)- Developed startup strategy and navigation of the UAS and defense markets- Expanded Techstars opportunities in the UAS and defense markets- Promoted the Accelerator through public speaking engagements- Generated press activity for the Accelerator- Provided subject matter expertise to Techstars and startups- Project management of 10 companies on a UAS interceptor concept- Assisted startups with BD- Led investor relationships and outreach

I organized and maintained traffic and security in a school with 5000+ students - the 17th largest high school in the United States.I was responsible for the operation of security systems and police equipment while working with authorities daily to maintain a safe school environment.I acted as a principal in charge of traffic management at sporting events - including HS football games with attendance levels up to and occasionally surpassing 8,000 people. I was tasked with maintaining and securing aircraft landing zones, often four helicopters or more, at the football games.

As a crew member with the Indiana Air Search and Rescue, I operated in various roles within the organization. I worked with our technicians through the entire aircraft restoration process from recovery through first flight. As a flight crew member, I was responsible for overseeing passengers and safety in the operational environment. I also brought an artistic eye to the organization, developing many of its visuals through video, stills, and web design. I also served as an emergency medical technician.Duties:- Social Media Manager & website design- Official Photographer / Videographer (aerial)- EMT-B – Emergency Medical Technician- UH-1H Huey and OH-13 Sioux Helicopter Air and Ground Crew- Electronic Signals Search Instructor – Project Lifesaver- FEMA Certifications: IS-100, IS-101.b, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800.b

As an adjunct instructor, I took young knowledge-hungry minds on an introductory exploration into the cosmos that stretched from their backyard to the deepest depths of known space. We time-traveled through published scientific literature and geologic record, which included an examination of dinosaur fossils. We even looked at the micro-level of the cosmos through a brief introduction of atoms. I also taught my students how to write and communicate their newfound discoveries through reports and multi-media projects.

Rally America enveloped me in a fast-paced motorsport environment. Rally racing pits teams against each other on gravel and dirt roads through some of the United States most remote locations. This unique atmosphere and experience provided ample challenges where I grew in ability and character, instilling the rally car mantra of "Press on Regardless" into my bones.Duties:- Press releases & journalism- Public Relations- Social media collection, curation, & management- Photography- Event organization- Developed fan experiences & reinforced on-site brand recognition

As a consultant, I organized and led the T. Hanson Motorsport rally car racing team in a successful grassroots fundraising campaign that got them from Vermont to X Games 16 in Los Angeles.Duties:- Revitalized and grew T. Hanson Motorsport's online and social footprint- Engaged in new branding opportunities that attracted sponsorship- Brought T. Hanson Motorsports to local and national public outlets including Disney Radio, ESPN, Fast Lane Daily, various newspapers, and numerous rally and motorsport publications