AgileMesh provides high quality, easy to use, cost-effective, rapidly deployable wireless surveillance solutions to law enforcement, fire and rescue, first responders, military, and others, whenever and wherever needed.
Bluvec is the pioneering developer of the Deep Signal Inspection (DSI) and RTI (Rapid Target Inspection) technology and is a leading supplier of advanced software and hardware for the precise detection and localization of drones. As a high-tech security and defense company, they provide cutting-edge solutions designed for a variety of use cases, including airports, correctional facilities (prisons), water treatment plants, power plants, nuclear facilities, VIP protection, border DRDF (Delta Rapid Defense Force) systems, oil and gas fields, homeland security, military forces, law enforcement, and public and private sectors.
CODAN Communications is a leading international designer and manufacturer of premium communications solutions With over 60 years in the business, CODAN Communications has earned a reputation for quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction, producing innovative and industry-leading technology solutions. DTC is the leading MIMO MESH provider in the world. DTC radio solutions provide short range high bandwidth communications suitable for the wireless transmission of video and other data applications.
Cold Chain Technologies (CCT) is a leading global provider of reusable, sustainable, thermal packaging, and digital solutions for the shipment of temperature-sensitive material, principally serving the life sciences industry. CTS has more than 50 years of experience helping develop shipping systems, supply of thermal shippers, development of shipping protocols, and managing drugs, supplies, and emergency asset materials.
The Center of Excellence for Advanced Technology Aerial Firefighting (CoE) was created in Senate Bill 14-164. The Center of Excellence drives technological advancements to improve firefighting practices and influence innovation across the public safety community. In the years since its inception, the CoE has become the go-to research and development team for projects across the public safety service spectrum.
DEF-C is a Ukrainian company of the Intecracy Group consortium, which has been involved in projects in the field of creation and use of unmanned aerial vehicles, and solutions in the civil and defense sectors for a long time and provides a wide range of services based on them.
EXFO develops smarter test, monitoring and analytics solutions for the global communications industry. They are trusted advisers to fixed and mobile network operators, hyperscalers and leaders in the manufacturing, development and research sector that count on EXFO to deliver superior visibility and insights into network performance, service reliability and user experience. Building on 35 years of innovation, EXFO’s unique blend of equipment, software and services enable faster, more confident transformations related to 5G, cloud-native and fiber optic networks.
Lufthansa Industry Solutions is a service provider for IT consulting and system integration. This Lufthansa subsidiary helps its clients with the digital transformation of their companies. Its customer base includes companies both within and outside the Lufthansa Group, as well as more than 300 companies in various lines of business. The company is based in Norderstedt and employs more than 2,100 members of staff at several branch offices in Germany, Albania, Switzerland and the USA.
McQ is a small agile business spearheading the art of ground sensor and satellite communications systems, providing solutions for difficult remote monitoring and surveillance applications. McQ products are not only tough enough to be used by the U.S. military, but they are also practical enough to be used for everyday surveillance needs across various industries such as gas and oil pipelines and wells, construction sites, power grids and critical infrastructure assets.
Promo Drone is leading the drone advertising and technology industry through a combination of innovative drone displays, smart technology and strategic partnerships with various end-user types. Their team of experts bring a wide range of experience from UAV operations, compliance, and product development to brand marketing and public safety protocols.
SCEPTER is dedicated to providing intelligent and innovative solutions for the transport and storage of fuel, weapons, and water. Leveraging their extensive expertise and a strong commitment to innovation, they prioritize safety and aim to offer an exceptional customer experience. Having started as pioneers and evolved into innovators, they are now recognized as trailblazers in their field. With a remarkable history spanning over 70 years, SCEPTER has consistently designed, tested, and improved the world's finest containers, making them unparalleled experts in the industry.
SkyeBrowse is the brainchild of multiple research projects at Rutgers University funded by state and federal agencies. Acting as the force multiplier that simplifies emergency response, they have developed the fastest 3D modelling tool designed for first responders, with a mission to simplify accident reconstruction and reduce response times.
Patented Drone Recharging Operational Payload System (DROPS) allows any drone to autonomously align and capture our Cargo POD. The DROPS batteries provide supplemental power to the drone in-flight, extending the range of the drone. On the ground the DROPS batteries are easily charged through an induction charging system located at the base of the POD. The patented DROPS alignment and capture system allows for autonomous cargo capture and release, saving valuable time handling, loading, and receiving supplies.
Tecnavix is a Mexican company established to provide technological products, services, and solutions in the sectors of electronic security, physical security, logical security, defense, and industrial automation. Tecnavix offers design and operation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems RPAS/DRONE for First Responders and photogrammetry applications. Their team and associates have over two decades of expertise in the electronic security, telecommunications, and defense sectors, backed by extensive experience and specialized training across Asia, Europe, and North America.
TETAC is an engineering and manufacturing Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that provides innovative energetic solutions for defense, and civilian first responder agencies. TETAC is a leader in the development of unmanned vehicle-delivered explosive systems for strike and EOD missions. Established in 2010, TETAC has a proven record of developing and fielding projects to meet the needs of the Department of Defense, as well as federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.
The Droning Company is an online job agency for drone pilots which incorporates a high-end magazine dedicated to all aspects of the drone industry, keeping you abreast of all the latest and trending news , along with articles, columns, tech innovations, pilot tips, product reviews, and the latest FAA updates.
Veteran Elite drone Training Services (VEdTS) offers sophisticated instruction in drone technology for veterans by veterans. Their mission is to equip veterans with comprehensive pilot skills to facilitate employment in the commercial drone industry, and their vision is for veterans across Canada to hold positions in a variety of industrial drone operating environments, instructing other veterans to become drone pilots, and conducting flight reviews.
Vermeer provides an intuitive and sophisticated solution for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance mission planning. Vermeer’s platform is being integrated with the DoD to enable customers to previsualize drone missions in a virtual space and eliminate friction while working with robotic systems. Vermeer is the first AR and AI-enabled tool that allows an operator to easily manipulate robotic systems, such as drones, using intuitive gestures and visualization, in the field, as well as to visualize sensory data in a purely synthetic environment.
The Vets to Drones program prepares veterans to enter the commercial drone industry by providing free resources and training to current industry standards. Their graduates are Part 107 Certified and tested to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). They started the program to introduce the opportunities within the commercial drone industry to the veteran community.
VR Rehab Inc is a cutting-edge technology company at the forefront of the virtual and augmented reality industry. With a strong emphasis on exploring emerging technologies, they specialize in developing innovative solutions that leverage the power of VR and AR.
Windfall Geotek is a pioneer in using AI & Machine learning in the mining industry since 2003. With the application of advanced technologies, a team of experienced geologists, geophysicists, and data scientists, Windfall Geotek continues to develop a world-class platform that enables exploration companies to save money, and time it takes to make a discovery.
Founded in 1867, ASU is a comprehensive, regional institution offering students from across the nation and around the globe a world-class education. ASU’s learning experiences are holistic and are designed to develop intellectual, as well as social, moral, cultural and ethical values. ASU graduates are equipped with the skills, insights, attitudes and practical experiences that will enable them to become well-rounded, contributing citizens, fully qualified to take their places in their chosen professions and in service to humanity.
Carahsoft Technology Corp. is The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, supporting Public Sector organizations across Federal, State and Local Government agencies and Education and Healthcare markets. As the Master Government Aggregator® for our vendor partners, we deliver solutions for Cybersecurity, MultiCloud, DevSecOps, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Open Source, Customer Experience and more. Working with resellers, systems integrators and consultants, our sales and marketing teams provide industry leading IT products, services and training through hundreds of contract vehicles.
Drone Racing League (DRL) is the global, professional drone racing property for elite pilots. Merging the digital with the real, DRL delivers innovative drone technology, immersive content, and visually thrilling races. Blurring the line between the virtual and the real, DRL race in legendary locations around the globe.
Emesent has developed state-of-the-art autonomous SLAM-based LiDAR mapping and data analytics solutions specifically designed for challenging and GPS-denied environments. Emesent’s expertise in Robotics, Autonomy, AI, Machine Learning, and Data Analytics propels the exploration of new possibilities and the creation of innovative technologies that pave the way for the autonomous industrial assets of the future. At the heart of Emesent’s offerings is the award-winning Hovermap™. Equipped with advanced scanning, data-capture, and visualization capabilities, Hovermap is tailored to meet the rigorous demands of industries such as mining, engineering, and public safety.
Greenvalley International offers a wide array of advanced aerial, terrestrial, and mobile laser scanning technologies. The firm’s extensive product line features multiple high-precision 3D mapping hardware solutions including: LiAir (unmanned aerial vehicle LiDAR), LiBackpack (handheld/mobile LiDAR), LiEagle (fixed-wing/ helicopter LiDAR), and LiMobile (car/truck mounted LiDAR). Along with the cutting-edge hardware product lines, GVI provides versatile software solutions from mission plan (LiPlan) to data acquisition (LiAcquire, LiBackpack Desktop) and from GNSS/IMU data processing (LiNav) to LiDAR georeferencing (LiGeoreference).
SPI (Sierra Pacific Innovations) specializes in long-range thermal infrared imaging flir cameras, gimbals, EO/IR systems, scopes, monoculars, SWIR, colour night vision and advanced long-range MWIR, and LWIR imaging systems supplying the high-demand, high-situational awareness tools for law enforcement, border patrol, and the military.
Valqari is paving the way for how people and businesses around the world send and receive packages in urban, suburban and rural areas. Offering an entirely automated process that authenticates and verifies every delivery with a safe and convenient landing station, Valqari has solved last-inch drone delivery logistics.
Gremsy is a leading manufacturer of camera gimbal stabilizers for drones & UAVs, easily integrated with varying platforms for industrial applications, including but not limited to: surveying and mapping, energy & utilities, solar panel inspection, construction, agriculture, and so on.
Workswell is European based design and manufacturing company. The company is focused on developing, producing and selling thermal cameras and infrared imaging systems for Industrial Automation, Fire Prevention, Medical Screening, Agricultural, Security, and OEM applications.
ADTi (Aerial Dynamic Technologies and Innovations Ltd), founded in 2017, is a technology company engaged in UAS payload systems. ADTI products have been sold in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. ADTI provides world-class service to meet all requirements of camera design, and drone payload design, both in hardware and software for our customers.
Applanix LiDAR QC Tools are a set of POSPac software tools to achieve the highest level of georeferencing accuracy with LiDAR sensors, supporting boresight calibration between IMU and LiDAR sensor, trajectory adjustment and LAS file point cloud generation. The tools are primarily used in the uncrewed airborne (UAV), land mobile mapping and indoor survey industries.
Digital Dream Labs (DDL) is an edtechtainment company that develops engaging learning solutions and consumer robots for people of all ages. Through its innovative suite of interactive and hands-on video games and consumer robots, they are transforming the way science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) topics are taught in homes and classrooms around the world.
Fobi AI Inc. is a cutting-edge data intelligence company that transforms its clients’ real-time data into actionable insights and personalized customer engagement, resulting in increased profits. Fobi’s unique IoT device has the capacity to integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure to enable data connectivity across online and on-premise platforms, successively creating highly scalable solutions for their global clients.
Mr. Andy Card, the second longest-tenured White House Chief of Staff, has served in senior government roles under three U.S. Presidents. Mr. Card serves on the Board of Directors of public corporation Union Pacific, on the Business Advisory Board of BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics, on the Advisory Board of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and on a number of non-profit boards. He is also a professional speaker represented by the Washington Speakers Bureau and joined NBC News as a contributor in April 2017.
Mr. Card, appointed in November 2000, served as Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush from January 2001 to April 2006. Prior to his tenure as White House Chief of Staff, Mr. Card managed and ran the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia at the request of nominee Texas Governor George W. Bush. Before that, Mr. Card was Vice President-Government Relations for General Motors Corporation, one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers. From 1993 to 1998, Mr. Card was President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Automobile Manufacturers Association, the trade association whose members were Chrysler Corporation, Ford Motor Company, and General Motors Corporation. When Chrysler became part of Daimler Corporation, Mr. Card oversaw the dissolution of the nearly 100-year-old trade association.
Mr. Card also served as Deputy Chief of Staff and then as a Cabinet Member for President George H.W. Bush as the 11th Secretary of Transportation. Prior to that, he served as Special Assistant (1983 to 1987) and later as Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of Intergovernmental Affairs for President Ronald Reagan (1988) where he was a liaison to governors, statewide elected officials, state legislators, mayors, and other elected officials. From March 1987 until March 1988, Mr. Card ran the successful New Hampshire Presidential Primary Campaign for George H. W. Bush.
Mr. Card is a graduate of the University of South Carolina with a B.S. in Engineering. He also attended the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. Mr. Card served in the U.S. Navy from 1965 to 1967.
Tim Dunnigan, a retired U.S. Army Infantry Officer and accomplished technology entrepreneur, is the CEO & President of MMS Products, Inc., a defense technology solutions provider. He is also the Founder of CaptureTec, LLC, a defense consultancy group focused on supporting Warfighters through leadership and innovation. As COO and Co-founder of Talon Aerolytics, Tim led the development of the nation’s largest aerial drone services provider, expanding operations to all 50 states and facilitating digital data collection with AI analysis for national critical infrastructure.
As CEO and Founder of Strategic Integration, LLC, Tim developed and operated the CTED (Create, Test, Educate, Deploy) turnkey business model for defense consulting and technology integration. He has served America’s security interests abroad through multiple classified (TS/SCI) contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense. Additionally, as the Founder of iK9, LLC (CVE SDVOSB), Tim co-authored the Veterans Administration’s (VA) training protocols for service dogs provided to Military Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Mr. Dunnigan is a Corporate Advisor with Integrated Defense Accelerator, Founder of the I’m a Hero Too Foundation [501(c)(3)], and a children’s book author. He holds an active Top Secret security clearance and is currently a Doctoral Student researching leadership efficacy in decision-making with regard to drone usage, where AI and machine autonomy are considered. Tim has been awarded six patents and has two patents pending for an aerial drone delivery system he developed to address capability gaps he witnessed during his multiple humanitarian trips to Ukraine.
Demand for drone hardware and services has never been greater. From emergency medical deliveries to agricultural management; community, government, and corporate drone usage is expected to see enormous growth up to and beyond 2028.
