Unusual Machines Appoints FPV Drone Expert Andrew Camden as Chief Operating Officer

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Unusual Machines, Inc. appoints FPV drone expert Drew Camden as Chief Operating Officer, highlighting his successful leadership at Rotor Riot and significant revenue growth. Camden's diverse experience and proven track record position him to drive Unusual Machines' expansion in the drone industry.

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American: UMAC) (“Unusual Machines” or the “Company”), a drone and drone components manufacturer, announced today the appointment of First-Person View (“FPV”) drone expert Drew Camden as its Chief Operating Officer.

Camden's ascent in the drone industry began with his captivating FPV Freestyle videos on YouTube. Appointed President of Rotor Riot in 2018, Camden diversified the Rotor Riot by expanding media production and adding e-commerce. Camden established Rotor Riot’s first formal headquarters in Orlando, transformed retail operations, and launched a line of ready-to-fly FPV freestyle drones, positioning Rotor Riot for acquisition by Red Cat Holdings in 2020. Since that time, he has continued to lead Rotor Riot, generating a remarkable 50% year-over-year average revenue growth.

"Drew's has demonstrated himself as a business leader with his hands on management driving the continued rapid growth of Rotor Riot," said Allan Evans, CEO of Unusual Machines. "His appointment as COO is a testament to his outstanding leadership qualities and will let us gain the advantage of his work ethic and expertise across the entire business. We are confident that with Drew's contribution to the team, Unusual Machines will be able to expand and effectively serve a much larger portion of the drone industry."

Prior to his work in the drone industry, Camden earned a bachelor's degree in Engineering Physics from Tulane University and worked as an engineer for General Motors.

Camden expressed his enthusiasm about the new role, stating, "I am excited to join Unusual Machines as Chief Operating Officer. I get to work with a great team on an ambitious plan. The job will be a test of all the skills I have developed while at Rotor Riot. Working in the Automotive Industry early in my career has given me a preview of the maturity that we can bring to the American Drone Industry."

About Unusual Machines

Unusual Machines manufactures and sells drone components and drones across a diversified brand portfolio, which includes Fat Shark, the leader in FPV (first-person view) ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots. The Company also retails small, acrobatic FPV drones and equipment directly to consumers through the curated Rotor Riot e-commerce store. With a changing regulatory environment, Unusual Machines seeks to be a dominant Tier-1 parts supplier to the fast-growing multi-billion-dollar US drone industry. According to Fact.MR, the global drone accessories market is currently valued at $17.5 billion and is set to top $115 billion by 2032. 

For more information visit Unusual Machines at https://www.unusualmachines.com/.

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SOURCE: Unusual Machines, Inc.

FAQ

Who was appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Unusual Machines, Inc.?

Drew Camden, an FPV drone expert, was appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Unusual Machines, Inc.

What is Drew Camden's background in the drone industry?

Drew Camden previously served as President of Rotor Riot, where he led the company to significant revenue growth and expanded its operations.

What is Drew Camden's educational background?

Drew Camden holds a bachelor's degree in Engineering Physics from Tulane University.

What was Drew Camden's role at Rotor Riot?

Drew Camden was appointed as President of Rotor Riot, where he diversified the company's operations and led it to be acquired by Red Cat Holdings.

How has Drew Camden contributed to the drone industry?

Drew Camden's leadership at Rotor Riot resulted in a remarkable 50% year-over-year average revenue growth, demonstrating his impact on the industry.