Connecting the Autonomous Industry with Policymakers
Mission: Connect the autonomous industry with policymakers at the forefront of the autonomous revolution.
What it is: Autonomous Nation is a conference bringing together the best and brightest minds in the autonomous industry. Join influential stakeholders, including policymakers from various levels, industry entrepreneurs, and innovators leading the way in the autonomous revolution! From tackling workforce shortages to eliminating inefficiencies and bridging technology gaps, this conference will showcase the latest innovations and solutions that will shape the future of our industry.
Audience: Industry entrepreneurs, innovators, influential stakeholders, including policymakers from various levels, and individuals curious about the fascinating world of the autonomous industry.
What to expect:
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August 29, 2023
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Microsoft Commons Building + Grand Farm Innovation Campus
Fargo, ND
Conference Introduction and Sessions
Microsoft Fargo Campus: Commons Building 4550 42nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104
Panel: AUVSI Green UAS Cybersecurity Certificate Program
“AUVSI’s Green UAS is a solution to existing cybersecurity and supply chain verification challenges and will serve the UAS community, end-users, and federal partners,” said Michael Robbins, Chief Advocacy Officerr at AUVSI. “This falls squarely in line with our mission to drive a safe and secure UAS market demand and provide a more competitive marketplace for all.”
Speaker: Michael Robbins, Chief Advocacy Officer, AUVSI
Moderator: Renee Shelton; President AUVSI Great Plains Chapter and AVP Corporate & Foundations Relations, UND Alumni Association Foundation
Panelists:
Break
TechConnect Education Workshop
The TechConnect Workshop, for students and educators only, will connect educators and students with professionals representing different careers in technology and the autonomous industry, and resources available in our region to learn more.
Conference Sessions
Panel: How We can Bring Aerial Applications to Ag
This panel will focus on the convergence of autonomous technologies, regulatory frameworks, and practical applications in the realm of agricultural aerial spraying. As the demand for efficient and effective crop protection methods continues to rise, exploring avenues for accelerating aerial spray applications has become essential. Our panel of experts will delve into the challenges, opportunities, and advancements in this field, shedding light on how innovation is shaping the future of agriculture.
Moderator: Trevor Woods – Northern Plains Test Site
Panelists:
Panel: Cultivating Sustainability: Autonomous Weeders and the Battle Against Herbicide Resistant Weeds
Panelists:
Lunch
Transport to Grand Farm Innovation Campus
Field Demonstrations
Grand Farm Innovation Campus: 3729 153rd Ave SE, Wheatland, ND 58079
Conference Wrap-Up and Social Hour
From 2 PM to 4 PM, Grand Farm will host live autonomous vehicle and device demonstrations at the Innovation Campus. Join us at the Innovaton Campus for a real-life glimpse at some of the innovative technology that our partners and researchers have designed and built. Learn about the practical implications of autonomous farming and the role it plays in shaping the future.
Get excited about demos from NDSU, Susterre, Thales/Vantis, ISight, Aigen, UND, M&P Innovations, Sentera, Farm Flight, and the Casselton Mayor.
This event is not included with the virtual ticket.
Grand Farm Innovation Campus: 3729 153rd Ave SE, Wheatland, ND 58079
TechConnect: Navigating Future Careers in the Autonomous Industry
The TechConnect Workshop, designed exclusively for educators and students, will facilitate valuable connections with professionals spanning various careers in technology and the autonomous industry. It also aims to shed light on the resources available in our region for further exploration. This workshop is part of the larger Autonomous Nation Conference taking place on August 29th.
Objectives:
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Speakers:
Hosts:
EVP, Enterprise Transformation & Chief Information Officer
CHS
United States Senator
North Dakota
Lieutenant Governor
North Dakota
Executive Director
Federal Aviation Administration, UAS Integration Office
Director
Grand Farm
Regional Administrator, Great Lakes Region
Federal Aviation Administration
CEO
Dakota Carrier Network
AVPR NS, VP Research & Economic Dev
University of North Dakota
Business Development Manager
KWS Innovations
CEO and Founder
Kirkwall
Senior Delivery Manager, Head of Unit
Intellias
Chief Executive Officer
Fenworks
Founder
Aethero, SkySkopes
Chief Commercial Officer
Pyka
Vice President, Business Development
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
IT Director
Heinen Brothers Agra Services
Senior Product Manager
Microsoft Azure
Co-founder
Aigen
Education Coordinator
ND Aeronautics Commission
Vice President, Agriculture & Research
Minn-Dak Farmers Cooperative
Founder and CEO
Agripilot.ai
Chief Executive Officer
Devii.io
Program Manager of Field Operations
Grand Farm
Director of Product Management, Autonomous Systems
Microsoft
Chief Advocacy Officer
AUVSI
Associate Vice President
UND Foundation
Associate Professor, Uncrewed Autonomous Systems (UAS) Faculty Fellow
North Dakota State University
Director of Operations
Northern Plains UAS Test Site
Associate Professor, Uncrewed Autonomous Systems (UAS) Faculty Fellow
North Dakota State University
TechSpark Manager
Microsoft
Engineering and Product Leader
Thread
Chief Executive Officer
Packet Digital/Botlink
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