Chris, an Army and Marine Corps veteran, is the founder of Vets To Drones, a workforce development and training program that helps military and first responder veterans build careers in the commercial UAS industry through training and certification. The program focuses on more than education alone, aligning veteran skills with current industry standards and preparing members for real-world employment opportunities.
Chris is a North Carolina State University graduate and an FAA Part 107 certified commercial drone pilot with experience across both commercial and military UAS platforms.