Speakers

The 2025 Tennessee Drone and Advanced Air Mobility Symposium will bring together a remarkable group of speakers who are helping shape the future of drones and advanced air mobility. Industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and community partners will share practical insights, new ideas, and real-world strategies that show how collaboration and innovation can strengthen our skies and our communities. Each speaker offers a unique perspective to inspire fresh thinking, spark conversation, and encourage valuable connections among attendees.

On this page, you’ll find each speaker’s photo, name, organization, and a brief bio as they are confirmed. We invite you to check back for updates and get to know the voices who will help guide this year’s conversations.

Robert Harvell
Robert Harvell
TDOT
Operations - Regions 2,3,& 4
Robert Knochenhauer
Robert Knochenhauer
Censys Technologies
Director of Regulatory Affairs
Christopher Bailey
Christopher Bailey
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Chief of Advanced Aviation Programs
Trevor Woods
Trevor Woods
Northern Plains UAS Test Site
Executive Director
Blake Olin
Blake Olin
Pape-Dawson
LiDAR Technologist III
Zachary Seaton
Zachary Seaton
Pape-Dawson
LiDAR Tech / Drone Operator