FROM THE READER
Lori Brown from Auvsi Cascade
PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY OF LORI BROWN
Executive Leadership in Autonomous Systems
Lori Brown is the executive director of the AUVSI Cascade Chapter, inspired by a passion for innovation and new experiences. Whether racing cars, skiing, or driving organizational change, Lori thrives on embracing challenges and advancing technology. Over a decade ago, as commercial drone applications began to take shape amidst restrictive regulations and slow approvals, Lori saw unique potential in the industry.
Entrepreneurial Beginnings and Early Impact
Lori Brown Executive Director AUVSI Cascade Chapter
To address the growing need for drone integration, Lori started her own consulting firm focused on helping organizations launch drone programs. One of her first major projects was supporting perimeter security operations at NASA’ s Goddard Space Flight Center, working with its Prime Contractor for Security.
About AUVSI
Founded in December 1972, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International( AUVSI) stands today as the world’ s largest nonprofit organization advancing uncrewed systems and robotics. Its community spans more than sixty countries, uniting members and stakeholders from around the globe.
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