Joe Kearns III

Joe Kearns III has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. In recent years, they held the position of Director of Content and Product Development Manager at DRONE NERDS, where they spearheaded strategic vision and traffic goals for digital content initiatives. Joe also managed the development and lifecycle management of blueUAS products and incorporated market analysis and customer monitoring to innovate new products.

Prior to their time at DRONE NERDS, Joe founded and operated Mantis 3, providing UAS support for organizations such as the Center for Disease Control and the Department of the Interior. Joe also consulted for companies like Eagleview, enhancing their marketing solutions through UAV consulting services.

Before transitioning to the drone industry, Joe worked in the construction and real estate sectors. Joe served as a UAS Program Manager at Bruin E&P Operating, LLC, managing UAV operations and collecting vital data for oil rigs. Joe also held roles as a Project Planner and Commercial and Multi-Family Surveyor/Estimator.

Additionally, Joe gained customer service experience as a Server and Trainer at Snooze an A.M. Eatery and The Mediterranean Restaurant, where they focused on providing excellent customer service and cultivating a positive workplace culture.

Overall, Joe Kearns III brings a wealth of experience in strategic partnership management, content development, product management, UAS operations, construction, and customer service.

Joe Kearns III has pursued education in the field of wine steward/sommelier at the University of Colorado Boulder. Joe has also obtained additional certifications including Part 107 from the Federal Aviation Administration in 2017, Cicerone Certified Beer Server from the Cicerone Certification Program in 2008, and Sommelier from The Court of Master Sommeliers in 2006. No specific start or end year is provided for their education at the University of Colorado Boulder.