Career Path(s):
- Advertising, Marketing & Business
- Regulations
Describe your usual work environment:
Was a 28 year combined federal employee, US Government.
Please provide a brief description of your job:
Currently, as an entrepreneur, I lead my company, focused on UAS/UAM/AAM education and consulting. I have a podcast, write for several magazines, lead a global awards program for women in drones, help run a large drone conference and elevate companies who are doing great things in the drone industry!
What made you decide to pursue your chosen career path?
Drones are my passion!
What are the three key skills that are required for your job?
Reading, Writing & Public Speaking.
What would you say is the biggest misconception about your job?
That you need to major in journalism to be a good writer.
What advice would you give to a school student who is interested in pursuing a career similar to yours?
Follow your dreams. Figure out what you love to do and what you are good at. If those 2 things match up, you will live out your purpose and your passion.
If you could change one thing about the world what would it be?
I would change the general lack of empathy and understanding for others who are not like "us" (however defined as a group) & increase respect for all.
Dawn M. K. Zoldi