About Us

The Vertical Space Magazine exists to elevate the stories of the people and organizations shaping our future through innovation.

We spotlight inspiring voices that ignite curiosity, open minds and fuel passion for the better of self and emerging tech.

The Vertical Space Magazine was started in Fall 2020, as an extension of the Women & Drones organization. The magazine was created to share insights, news, and education about the UAS/UAV and Advanced Air Mobility sector. In that time, we realized that this sector is having a significant impact in areas beyond aviation — from manufacturing to healthcare to retail. Our vision is to connect and support industry, recognize achievements, and be a premiere resource for not only the drone community, but the technology industry as a whole.

Leadership

Sharon Rossmark

Founder and CEO, 
Vertical Space Magazine
Women & Drones

Jade Newton

Managing Director,
Vertical Space Magazine

Bill Johnson

Founder,
Single Seat Consulting, LLC

Sarah Harper

Founder,
Leading Human

Desiree Ekstein

Owner and Drone Instructor,
On the Go Video.biz

Loretta Alkalay

Aviation Attorney and Adjunct Professor at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology

Renee Welch, PhD

Executive Administrator,
WeRobotics

LaQuata Sumter, PhD

Engineering Professor and CEO/Founder of Focusing on Me, Inc.