What the Drones Industry is Teaching Leaders about Profitability - CEO of DroneUp, Tom Walker

Wake up, leaders! Drones are revolutionizing the business world and it's time to take notice.These aren't just your average flying toys or covert military gadgets. Drones are commercial game-changers that have the power to transform EVERY industry, and their demand is skyrocketing like never before. If your company is still ignoring this reality, then you may be falling behind the curve.I host CEO Tom Walker from DroneUp, the leading drone delivery company in the US. He reveals the one question every company needs to ask themselves to unlock the full potential of drones and boost profitability. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a competitive edge!DroneUp, a leading technology company focused on commercial drone solutions. They tackle last-mile delivery across multiple industries, including medical, construction, food and beverage, retail, and smart city logistics.DroneUp was founded in 2016 but the last few years have been significant. In 2022, DroneUp opened 34 delivery hubs in 6 states in partnership with Walmart. To support this growth, they also opened a dedicated training facility for flight engineers in Virginia.Prior to working in Technology, Tom spent almost 17 years as a naval officer, pioneering military and government digital reform through extensive re-programming and web enablement of computer systems to support both U.S. and International Special Forces. He has also served as an advisor to the White House on technology innovation and its impact on the emerging workforce.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/webteks/Company Link: https://www.droneup.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What leaders most need to understand about the drone industry.Why it’s vital for leaders to introduce the conversation for drones AND aerial data collection services.The secret to DroneUp’s success (It’s not about drones).How a project with Walmart became a turning point.How to drive innovation across multiple industries.Tom’s favorite drone success story.How to maintain a small team culture in a fast growing business.How to make decisions quickly inside a rapidly grown company.How to make a failure into a success.Three success strategies every leader needs to know.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter