This week on The Dawn of Autonomy as “Security” month continues, sponsored by Echodyne, features Bryan Tisinger, Program Manager and Sean Troyer, SVP of RF CUAS Strategic Operations both from AV (formerly BlueHalo) share their insights alongside Scott Meyer, Director of Engagement at GrandSKY and North Dakota State Senator.
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Marina Rozenblat, Chief Scientist for Data Management, CNA | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 75
This week The Dawn of Autonomy podcast features Dr. Marina Chumakov Rozenblat, Chief Scientist of Data Management and Analytics at CNA.
With over a decade of experience supporting the FAA’s Office of NextGen, Marina brings deep expertise in data management, cybersecurity, AI/ML for aviation and UAS traffic management. The CNA is a nonprofit research and analysis organization dedicated to national safety and security. It operates the only Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) serving the U.S. Navy, along with the Institute for Public Research that provides leadership and strategy on domestic UAS and AI/ML issues.
Curtis Walters and David Lewin, Echodyne | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 74
June is “Security” month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast and we’re kicking it off with our month sponsor Echodyne. This show features Curtis Walters, the VP, Sales- Government and Commercial and David Lewin, Regional Sales Manager - East.
Curtis brings radar to the agencies that need it most, combining customer insight with cutting-edge tech to improve safety and security. David is a commercial security expert focused on drone detection and perimeter protection. Echodyne builds advanced radar solutions powered by patented metamaterials electronically scanned array (MESA®) technology and intelligent software, situational awareness for autonomous systems and critical operations.
Sean Guerre, Executive Director, InnovateEnergy | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 73
The Dawn of Autonomy podcast wraps up “Energy Ops” month, sponsored by Suncor Energy, with Sean Guerre, Director at the Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition (EDRC).
Courtland Penk, Osprey Integrity Ltd. and Laurent Zimmerli, Voliro | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 72
Join us this week on The Dawn of Autonomy as “Energy Ops” month continues, sponsored by Suncor Energy, with insights from Laurent Zimmerli, VP Growth at Voliro, and Courtland Penk, Contract Inspector at Osprey Integrity.
Craig Husselby, VP - Business Development, Synergy Aviation | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 71
This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, Craig Husselby, VP of Business Development at Synergy Aviation, shares insights into oil and gas inspection services.
With a background in supply chain, lean six sigma, and continuous improvement, Craig brings analytical strength to build relationships with companies across industries. Synergy Aviation leads in aerial pipeline surveillance and integrity monitoring, using HD visual inspections, thermal infrared imaging, and laser-based gas leak detection to deliver real-time, GPS-precise insights across Canada’s oil and gas infrastructure.
Tune in on May 14 to learn about this unique blend of technical expertise and aviation services that aligns with the month's theme “Energy Ops” sponsored by Suncor Energy.
Tedman Jess, Senior Aviation Advisor - RPAS, Suncor Energy Inc | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 70
May is "Energy Ops" month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, and we're kicking it off with our month's sponsor, Suncor Energy. Tedman Jess, Senior Aviation Advisor – RPAS at Suncor Energy, is a 20-year aviation veteran who has led their Drone Program since 2020, expanding it from 250 to 5,000 missions by 2024.
He joined the company in 2014 and was named one of Wings Magazine’s Top 20 Under 40 in 2022. Suncor, a pioneer in Canada’s oil sands since 1967, is an integrated energy company with operations in oil sands, offshore oil, refining, and marketing via Petro-Canada. Known for innovation, Suncor launched drone operations in 2020, completing over 18,000 missions with 32 drone vendors.
Tim Nohara, CEO, Accipiter Radar | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 69
The Dawn of Autonomy podcast wraps up "Safety & Standards" month, sponsored by Viasat, with Tim Nohara, President & CEO of Accipiter Radar. An internationally recognized surveillance expert with degrees in electrical and computer engineering, Tim has spent 30 years advancing radar-based decision support solutions to help safety and security practitioners keep us safe.
Christian Ramsey, Chief Commercial Officer, uAvionix | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 68
Join us this week on The Dawn of Autonomy as "Safety & Standards" month continues, sponsored by Viasat, with Christian Ramsey, the Chief Commercial Officer at uAvionix. He leads business development and growth across all uAvionix markets, from crewed and uncrewed aviation to aviation networks and defense.
uAvionix is a leader in communications, navigation, and surveillance solutions, developing low SWaP avionics for both unmanned and manned aircraft. Their products, including ADS-B and remote identification systems, play a critical role in flight safety. Following a devastating mid-air collision that claimed 67 lives, the conversation around safety has never been more urgent.
Rex Alexander, Founder & President, Five-Alpha LLC | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 67
This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, Rex Alexander, Founder & President of Five-Alpha, shares insights into how his company plays a key role in shaping safe and efficient solutions for the industry.
With over 40 years of experience in military, general and commercial aviation, Rex is a globally recognized expert in aeronautical infrastructure, safety and compliance. Five-Alpha is a global consultancy dedicated to educating and guiding professionals—from architects and engineers to pilots—on making safe, regulatory-compliant decisions for vertical flight infrastructure. Their expertise ensures that heliports, vertiports and other critical infrastructure are designed and operated with the highest safety standards.
