Legacy Liftoff by DroneAdair

In this episode of the Legacy Liftoff Podcast Mike Apke of Droners.io joins us to tell his story of acquiring Droners, his previous endevors and the future of Droners.io. Follow Droners.io Accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/droners.io/ LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/droners.io YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dronersio Personal Instagram: @apkemichael   Send us an email and let us know what you like about the show and/or refer someone you know that we should interview! [email protected] DroneAdair's Website: https://www.droneadair.com/ Sign Up for 10% OFF for LIFE (USE CODE: Legacy Liftoff): https://fly.droneadair.com/register Listen to Legacy Liftoff here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legacy-liftoff-by-droneadair/id1725866722 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cody-retlich Watch Legacy Liftoff here: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx3tUKGRPXW72G26M-Ys1ARfELNHW7FbT DroneAdair Enterprise: https://www.droneadair.com/enterprise Sign Up for a FREE 30-Day Trial to DroneAdair Pilot Pro: https://fly.droneadair.com/register  

Grant hops on the podcast to share his path from an early love of RC’s, photography and videography to working at Pix4D. Which led him to starting his own company Drone Pros, helping drone pilots and companies design and build operations that can scale. Tune in for some great stories and advice!   https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantfuellenbach/ https://www.instagram.com/grant.fuellenbach/ https://www.facebook.com/grant.fuellenbach https://gofirstconsulting.com/

Trevor Call join’s us for a quick chat to kick off Season 2 of the podcast. He shares his story into flying drones. From working for an outdoors company in video to how he made the leap into flying FPV full time. Also gives us a sneak peak into his new FPV cinematic drone course, Called To Fly.    If anyone has ever been interested in FPV, Trevor is launching his course Called To Fly - A Cinematic FPV Course on the 18th that teaches people how to get into FPV, master the art of flying, and craft cinematic masterpieces.   For the week leading up to his launch he’s giving away a ton of free value. A 3-part video series on the first steps of starting you FPV journey, comparing the top FPV drone options, and the most commonly asked questions of starting FPV.   Get signed up for the FREE 3-part video series and updates. Sign Up Using This Link and Code DRONEADAIR for 10% OFF during launch week to Trevor’s FPV Course - Called To Fly Which Launches 11/18!   The course will be $120 off during launch week with exclusive bonuses from 11/18-11/22!   Trevor’s Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/trevorcall_/ Called To Fly instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calledtofly/ Showreel YT link: https://youtu.be/fmAGLn0F2Z8?si=ihDQ41kPpKXA1mMP

Kevin Morris aka FAA Drone Guy joins the podcast to discuss his love of aviation from an early age, always knowing he was going to be a pilot! What he didn't predict was ending up being with the FAA and certainly not being know as "FAA Drone Guy". This episode has some awesome stories from Kevin's childhood, going to school for aviation, becoming a flight instruction and then working for various companies before joining the FAA.  Kevin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmorris340/ FAA drone information can be found here:  https://www.faa.gov/uas   DroneAdair's Website: https://www.droneadair.com/ Sign Up for 10% OFF for LIFE (USE CODE: Legacy Liftoff): https://fly.droneadair.com/register

Randall joins the podcast to discuss his journey of "falling" into the drone industry. From growing up as a first generation American to becoming the CEO of Autel and on to his newest venture, Anzu Robotics.  This episode is packed with some amazing stories of Randalls drive and passion behind drones and helping people.    Anzu Robotics https://www.anzurobotics.com/   Randalls’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randall-warnas-87398b122/

Mike Yoder joins the podcast to talk all things Drone Deer Recovery and his new journey into agricultural spraying with NuWay Ag! Episode is packed with awesome content and some teasers of what's to come.    How Mike went from tree cutting business to Drone Deer Recovery Mike’s legal battles with states for the recovering of animal carcasses with drones. Transitioning into NuWay Ag and what the future holds for both his companies.   Drone Deer Recovery https://www.dronedeerrecovery.com/   NuWay Ag Complete Kits https://www.dronedeerrecovery.com/collections/nuway-ag   Drone Deer Recovery Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@dronedeerrecovery

Pedro dives into his journey from side hustle to full time drone business with some amazing lessons, tips and tricks on how he's become successful. From working in hospitality to flying for Nike he was able to take the leap and seize opportunities while marketing himself through various channels.    dronebydro.com Instagram.com/dronebydro  

Join us on the entrepreneurial journey of Mike Israel @airvuzpilot , Founder and CEO of AirVuz @airvuz From his Stanford Economics background and investment banking career to co-founding Mill City Capital, Mike’s path is truly inspiring. Discover how his passion for drones led to the creation of AirVuz and DroneTV, revolutionizing aerial media. Tune in for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, and the future of the drone industry.   Airvuz Website: https://www.airvuz.com/ DroneTV: https://www.airvuz.com/dronetv FPV collections: https://www.airvuz.com/collections/fpv-freestyle-- Country/region collections: https://www.airvuz.com/collections/places-countries/video?id=5ae9dad0c153c963a1b98d77

This week Troy Naquin joins us to share his story from the restaurant industry into drones! Now running Quad Standard Labs building state of the art FPV drones.   QuadStandardLabs.com IG: @QSLabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuadStandardLabs

Join us this week on Legacy Liftoff as we soar with Nick Lang, a multi-talented individual who not only navigates the skies but also directs, shoots, and captures the magic of some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment.   From starting in real estate to crafting cinematic experiences for the likes of Tony Hawk and Richard Branson, Nick's journey is as thrilling as the aerial spectacles he captures. Tune in as we dive into his story, groundbreaking work in live broadcasting for golf events, and unforgettable experiences shooting at the Masters!   Nick Lang Media Nick’s Youtube

Join us this Friday as we chat with John Parkerbach about his journey founding Indoor Drone Tours, his early influences of getting into video, discussing some of the fascinating projects he's worked on and how he started Athletic Content House.    Indoor Drone Tours: https://indoordronetours.com/   Athletic Content House: https://athleticcontenthouse.com/    

Join us on Legacy Liftoff this Friday as we fly through Marvin Rosario's tech journey, from flying toy drones with his dad to founding AirWeb Digital. Discover his insights on relationship-building and prioritizing value over quantity.     Airweb Website > Marvin Rosario on LinkedIn > Headshots & Logos > Surveys for Signage > Sign up to become a pilot > Previous projects > Drone Pilot Jobs & Contracts Facebook Group >

Don't miss this week's Legacy Podcast episode featuring Brandan Boynton! Tune in as we dive into his journey from assembling drone kits to landing his first paid gig after filming a hurricane. Discover his strategies for client outreach and showreel building, as well as his advice on upgrading equipment.   Find all Brandan’s info Here: https://poplme.co/hash/f8X2qlQV/2/s   www.brandanfpv.com Temp link: http://app-brandanfpv.bgfsb5crbk-ewx3ldly56zq.p.temp-site.link/

Embark on an educational journey with Dylan Gorman on this week's Legacy Liftoff! From his roots in drones for real estate to joining forces with ID Plans, Dylan shares insights on Clear Sky's Media, Pilot Byte courses, and his free resources. Join us as we discuss the future of the drone industry and Dylan's vision for empowering learners worldwide. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and innovation!   Sign Up for Drylan’s Drone Photogrammetry Mastery Class Below: Use code: Adair at checkout for an extra $100 off. https://www.pilotbyte.com/course/drone-photogrammetry-mastery   Pilotbyte Website: https://www.pilotbyte.com/home Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DylanGorman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-g-099961101/

Tune in this week as we dive into the world of drones with Jason San Souci. Discover his incredible journey from the military to becoming a Geospatial pioneer. Gain insights into his ongoing contributions to the drone industry and how he's harnessing the power of technology for innovation and progress. You won't want to miss this week's episode!    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsansouci/ Non-profit - www.neurodiversityworks.org Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/c/DoYouKnowDrones

Join us this week as we sit down with Geoffrey Green and Gretchen Vollmer from VSI Aerials. Discover how their military and film backgrounds led to the creation of VSI, their work on hit shows like Succession, insights on legally filming within DC airspace, and their innovative venture into drone cleaning technology. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the intersection of aerial cinematography, technology, and entrepreneurship!   VSI Website: www.vsiaerial.com   Service Links: https://www.vsiaerial.com/drone-video-services https://www.vsiaerial.com/drone-real-estate-photography https://www.vsiaerial.com/drone-construction-services https://www.vsiaerial.com/drone-inspection-services https://www.vsiaerial.com/drone-advertising-services https://www.vsiaerial.com/drone-cleaning-services   VSI Blog https://www.vsiaerial.com/drone-blog   VSI In The Press: https://www.vsiaerial.com/in-the-press   VSI Equipment: https://www.vsiaerial.com/drone-equipment   Certifications & Licenses: https://www.vsiaerial.com/certifications-and-insurance   VSI Contact Us: https://www.vsiaerial.com/contact-us   Washington DC: https://www.vsiaerial.com/washington-d-c-drone-services

Unlocking the Art of Golf Photography with Evan Schiller: Join us this week on Legacy Liftoff as we delve into Evan's journey from novice to renowned golf course photographer and drone pilot. Discover his favorite courses, the secrets behind his shooting and editing process, insights into his prints business, and expert tips on finding and capturing the perfect light.   Evan’s Website: https://evanschillerphotography.com/ Instagram: @evan_schiller_photography X: @evan_schiller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-schiller-a32a174/

From capturing moments at Coachella in 2009 to consulting for Drone Deploy, Kara Murphy of Kara E Murphy Imagery shares insights on business growth and teases her upcoming E-Book on this week's episode of Legacy Liftoff!   http://karaemurphy.com http://instagram.com/karaemurphy

Don't miss out on this episode packed with sports, drones, and entrepreneurial inspiration! 🚀 From Collin's childhood love for aviation to the founding story of his company @flyroutedrones, we've got it all covered.   FlyRoute Service Partner Info & Application:  https://www.flyroute.com/post/be-your-own-boss-apply-to-become-a-flyroute-service-partner Website: www.flyroute.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/flyroutedrones All other socials @flyroutedrones

From working for the FBI to creating one of the leading Part 107 and drone education companies in the industry. David dives into how he got into the industry by wanting to a be pilot at an early age, but seeing an opportunity in helping individuals getting the 333 exemption he shifted his career into helping drone pilots in various ways!   Drone Launch Academy: https://dronelaunchacademy.com/

Andy Trench hops on the pod this week to talk about his path into the industry and how Vertspec is looking to change the game of towner/infrastructure inspections. Run through his journey of starting and building RC helicopters/fixed wing planes to what sparked his interest in taking on the Telecom industry.    Andy's LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/andytrench/   Vertspec Website: https://vertspec.com/  

We learn more about how the man, the myth, the legend that is Vic Moss. How he got started in the drone industry by his love for photography, the amazing work he’s doing with the DPSA and going to bat for safe/scalable drone regulations and more! You’ll also learn some of Vic’s tips and tricks on how on getting approvals done more effectivly.     DSPA: https://dspalliance.org/ Commercial Drone Pilot Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/commercialdronepilot Vic's Website: http://www.mossphotography.biz/ Pilot Institute: https://pilotinstitute.com/

In this week’s episode, we dive into Dawn’s awesome journey into the drone industry and how she’s been able to create some great connections between all of her shows, podcasts, speaking engagements and more to help the industry progress.    BIO: Dawn M.K. Zoldi (Colonel, USAF, Retired) is a licensed attorney with 28 years of combined  active duty military and federal civil service to the U.S. Air Force and a Part 107 certified drone pilot. She is the CEO & Founder of P3 Tech Consulting and an internationally recognized expert on emerging technology law and policy, featured in CNN, Forbes and Newsweek and on the Public Broadcasting Service television network.  Ms. Zoldi contributes to several magazines and hosts popular tech podcasts. In 2022, she received the Airwards People’s Choice Industry Impactor Award, was recognized as one of the Top Women in Aerospace & Aviation to Follow on LinkedIn and listed in the eVTOL Insights PowerBook. She is the author of the book Unmanned Aircraft Systems Legal and Business Considerations: A Modern Primer for U.S. Drone Programs. For more information, follow her on social media and visit her website at: https://www.p3techconsulting.com.   Dawn's LINKS: LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/dawnzoldi Website - https://www.p3techconsulting.com LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/dawnzoldi Twitter - http://twitter.com/DawnP3T YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFGodYF39gCI6CN6Dno6YYQ or short: https://www.youtube.com/c/DawnZoldi Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p3techconsulting Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p3techconsulting   LINKS MENTIONED IN SHOW for Dawn: Vote for the Dawn of Drones as the Best Podcast of 2023 here: https://www.thedroningcompany.com/blog/vote-in-the-2023-droning-awards-and-enter-our-drone-give-a-way-sweepstakes Apply to be a Law-Tech Connect Workshop Scholar here: https://www.p3techconsulting.com/law-tech-connect See the full 2024 Law-Tech Connect agenda and register here: https://www.xponential.org/xponential2024/Public/Content.aspx?ID=4454 ***Get 50% Dawn's Drone Law Textbook by using the code on the LTC Registration page      Send us an email and let us know what you like about the show and/or refer someone you know that we should interview! [email protected]   #LegacyLiftoff #Drones #DroneBusiness #Entreprenurship   Listen to Legacy Liftoff here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legacy-liftoff-by-droneadair/id1725866722 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cody-retlich   Watch Legacy Liftoff here: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx3tUKGRPXW72G26M-Ys1ARfELNHW7FbT   Sign Up for a FREE 30-Day Trial to DroneAdair Pilot Pro: https://fly.droneadair.com/register   DroneAdair Enterprise: https://www.droneadair.com/enterprise

Our new episode with Taylor Horsager is here and packed with some awesome information on his journey into the drone industry. Starting at an earlier age with his love for aviation, building a drone program at a national insurance company where he then transitioned in his current role of Director of Product at Loveland Innovations. Taylor's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorhorsager/ https://www.lovelandinnovations.com/imging-inspect/  

Listen to this weeks episode where we learn about Nate's story into photography, when he first picked up a drone and his insights on he believes you should do when first starting out!   Be sure to give him a follow any of the platforms below.   As always, thanks for listening. Please let us know what you think of the show, any comments, shares or follows are greatly appreciated and will help us grow!   If you know of anyone that you think would be a good fit to be on an upcoming episode you can have them reach out at [email protected].   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natevomhof?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natevomhof X: https://twitter.com/natevomhof?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor  

Join Eno and I on January 23rd @ 11AM CST for a Live Webinar on How to Scale Your Drone Business in 2024.  https://www.linkedin.com/events/howtoscaleyourdronebusinessin207152930077477924865/theater/   On this episode we are joined by Eno Umoh of Global Air Media, Global Air University, Chairman of the African Drone Forum, Drone Consultant and Business Coach.   Eno shares his story into the industry and how he got to where he is at today. We discuss his journey in STEM and Drone Soccer. As well as some awesome tips and tricks on how to best scale your drone business!  https://www.globalairu.com/

Welcome to the very first episode of the Legacy Liftoff Podcast presented by DroneAdair. We're so excited to bring you some amazing content of some amazing people in the industry doing things their way! In this first episode our host, Cody Retlich, dives into the what the layout will be going forward as well as sharing a bit of his story into the drone industry.    Thanks for listening and happy flying!