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Reshaping Energy and Utility Workflows with Drones
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Managing the complex infrastructure of the electrical grid, power generation station, energy production is both a critical and challenging task. The facilities where power is made, stored or transmitted are of utmost importance to any nation, and lapses in maintenance or inspection can have expensive, far-reaching consequences. As an industry, oil, gas, and utility companies have been early adopters of robotics, automation and other technologies that can improve maintenance outcomes – from increasing the frequency of inspections to making sure that personnel are safe from hazardous exposure.
Speakers
Lisa Stannis,
Lisa Stannis is the Director of Customer Development at Sharper Shape, responsible for the strategic direction, vision, growth and performance of sales and marketing activities as well as building relationships and providing solutions to assist companies to compete and be successful.
As a seasoned business development professional with more than 15 years’ experience, Lisa is known as a genuine leader who leverages a combination of listening skills, people skills, and innate sincerity to influence others, propel sales growth, and manage change in highly competitive markets.
Lisa holds an Executive MBA from the University of Wisconsin, focusing on Business Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Marketing. She is a virtual employee for Sharper Shape and works from her home in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Wyatt Bowles,
Wyatt Bowles is the Director of Customer Success at 5x5 Technologies, with over a decade of experience leading UAS programs in the utilities and telecommunications sectors. Since 2014, he has successfully led data-driven and customer-centric projects, delivering end-to-end value. He enjoys finding innovative ways to use drones to increase safety, reduce downtime, and provide greater value compared to traditional approaches. Throughout his career, Wyatt has worked alongside various Fortune 500 companies, implementing innovative UAS technologies.
Robert McCoy,
Robert McCoy is an industry leader and visionary entrepreneur in the world of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and wireless infrastructure. With a wealth of expertise and a passion for innovation, Robert is the proud Owner and Founder of Volition-Air, a premier full-service drone consultancy. As the Owner and Founder of Volition-Air, Robert McCoy continues to revolutionize the drone and wireless infrastructure industry through pioneering strategies, visionary leadership, and an unwavering drive to transform the way businesses operate and thrive in the digital age.
Kurt George,
Kurt George drives the business development efforts at Hylio, a company at the forefront of agricultural technology. Throughout his career, Kurt has combined cutting-edge technology with traditional practices, driving significant advancements in multiple vertical sectors. At Hylio, Kurt is responsible for executing business development initiatives, forging strategic partnerships, and expanding the company’s market presence. His unique blend of technical knowledge and agricultural experience makes him a vital asset to the team, driving Hylio’s mission to revolutionize agriculture through technology.
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Carla Lauter, Content Manager, Commercial UAV News and Geo Week
Carla Lauter is Content Manager for Commercial UAV News and Geo Week, curating conference content and newsletters in support of both events. Before joining Diversified Communications, Carla spent 10 years on NASA and National Science Foundation funded projects focusing on Earth science and communication. She has worked on web-based outreach and online interactives for NASA Earth Science, including products for satellite missions measuring sea level, salinity and hyperspectral ocean color.
