AgEagle Aerial Systems Appoints Seasoned Defense Industry Executive William Irby as President
AgEagle’s Chairman and Interim CEO, Grant Begley, commented, “Bill is a timely and exciting addition to AgEagle’s leadership team. His significant defense industry experience -- particularly in scaling unmanned technology, product development, and business operations -- will be transformative for AgEagle as we enter our next stage of growth. We believe Bill’s deep domain UAS professional successes and industry foresight will contribute as we continue to expand our market footprint and focus on building sustainable shareholder value.”
- WICHITA, Kan., Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) a leading provider of best-in-class full stack unmanned aerial systems (UAS), sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the commercial and government verticals, today announces the appointment of William ”Bill” Irby as President, effective February 12, 2024.
- AgEagle’s Chairman and Interim CEO, Grant Begley, commented, “Bill is a timely and exciting addition to AgEagle’s leadership team.
- His significant defense industry experience -- particularly in scaling unmanned technology, product development, and business operations -- will be transformative for AgEagle as we enter our next stage of growth.
- I am eager to leverage my expertise in scaling operations within the global defense and security industry to help drive long-term value for all our stakeholders.”