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Navigating Tomorrow's Workforce: Empowering Diversity and Growth in the Uncrewed Systems Industry

  • Room: 30 D/E
  • Session Number:XPO24-WK608
Monday, April 22, 2024: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Speaker(s)

Session Speaker
Lorie Grabham
Data Engineer, Technical Operations
American Airlines
Moderator
Matt Scassero
Director of Operations and Outreach
University of Maryland Clark School of Engineering at USMSM/MATRIX Lab
Moderator
Michelle Duquette
Outcome Leader, UAS, AAM, and Commercial Space Integration
The MITRE Corporation
Moderator
Mira Marquez
Sr. Program Manager, Skydio For All
Skydio

Description

Open to ALL XPONENTIAL Pass Holders

Join us for a dynamic workshop delving into the critical aspects of workforce development within the uncrewed systems industry. Our sessions will spotlight the pivotal roles of nonprofits, government agencies, and private sector partnerships in fostering inclusive tech ecosystems. From community outreach initiatives to upskilling programs, discover innovative strategies to address workforce demands and ensure economic mobility in this rapidly expanding sector. Come ready to talk – because attendees will engage in deep dive, topic driven discussions with industry experts and explore practical solutions for building a diverse and skilled workforce poised for the future.
 

Sessions in this Workshop include:


Creating Inclusive Tech Ecosystems: Collaborative Efforts with Nonprofits and Government, XPO24-WK0094

  • Austin Brown - Co - Founder The Global Air Drone Academy


Developing the UAS Workforce of the Future, XPO24-WK0186

  • Laura Douglass, Ph.D.- Senior Program Manager of Training, Education and Workforce Development, MassAutonomy
  • Robin Grace - Chief UAS Operations, MassDOT Aeronautics


Breakout Discussion Groups

Small group discussions centered around 3 topic areas and facilitated by Workshop Speakers. Attendees will spend ~15 minutes with each group.

  1. Design/Engineering for Accessibility / Inclusive Technology
  2. Outreach (into all communities)
  3. Career Pathways / Upskilling / Local Customizations


Tracks:


Job Role:
C-Level Executive,Business Development/Sales,Consultant,Management,Educator/Instructor,Engineering/Technical,Government/Policy/Regulatory,Assessment/Claims Adjuster,Investment/Finance,Legal,Remote Pilot/Operator,Marketing/Communications,Research & Development,Student,Trainer

Pass Type Required:
VIP Pass,Full Conference Pass,XPO Hall Pass,Media/Press Pass

Tags:
Air,Government,Infrastructure,Education/ Training & Operations Safety,Environmental,Ethics,Automated Vehicles,Business,Customer Value,Implementation