Meet the Team Behind the Oregon UAS Accelerator
The Oregon UAS Accelerator is powered by a team of dedicated professionals, mentors, and technical advisors who bring extensive expertise in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), business development, and cutting-edge technology. Together, they ensure the success of startups and innovators participating in our programs.
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Leadership Team
Our leadership team drives the vision and strategy of the Oregon UAS Accelerator, fostering innovation and collaboration across the UAS ecosystem.
Chris Ponzillo
Chief Marketing Officer
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Andrew Wolotira
Operations Manager
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Keith Udy
Business Advisor
Finance
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Ella Chrisman
Executive Assistant
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Business Mentors and Advisors
Our business mentors and advisors provide invaluable guidance on investor readiness, non-dilutive funding strategies, operational planning, and technology assessment. They are key to helping startups refine their business models and prepare for growth.
Nathan Lillegard
Senior Advisor
Business & Investor Readiness
Dr. Muhammad Mujeeb
Senior Advisor
Non-Dilutive Grant Writing
Mary Phillips, Ph.D
Senior Advisor
Non-Dilutive Grant Writing
Tom Mattoon
Senior Advisor
Operational Strategy / Technology Assessment / Revenue Modeling
Marc Bellotti
Senior Advisor
Tech Due Diligence / IP /
Technology Assessment
Howard Skaist
Senior Advisor
Attorney at Law, Intellectual
Property
Brandon Kortokrax
Venture Coordinator
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Adrian Cook
Business Advisor
Visual Communications, Branding & Desgin
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Technical Advisors & Pendleton UAS Range Staff
Our technical advisors and range staff provide specialized expertise in flight testing, engineering, operations, and regulatory compliance. Their support ensures that participants have access to world-class facilities and resources at the Pendleton UAS Test Range.
Dan Fuller
Technical Mentor in Residence
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Darryl Abling
Range Manager
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Steve Lawn
Chief Engineer
Pendleton UAS Range
Eric Smidt
Operations Specialist
Pendleton UAS Test Range
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Why Our Team Matters
The collective expertise of our team spans business development, technical innovation, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Whether you’re an innovator seeking mentorship or an investor exploring opportunities, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.