We are an independent, nonprofit professional association connecting drone professionals in government, public safety, university, and commercial organizations. We provide education, mentorship, training, and community to drone operators and those interested in the business of drones. Our regional focus is Cleveland and northern Ohio.
Supporters
None of our work would be possible without the generous support of our community members and sponsors. Thank you for your trust and commitment.
Committees
Our activities are created and arranged by our four key committees. For a schedule of all committee meetings, click here.
- Programming and Events (Co-Chairs: Kent Iler, Corey Snipes)
- Regulatory (Chair: Tom Taconet)
- Membership (Chair: Bobby Oliver)
Board of Directors
NORCODA’s Board of Directors is actively involved in managing the group’s programs and events, and also sets the direction and priorities for the group’s various initiatives. For the schedule of board meetings, click here.
- President: Tom Taconet, Avon UAS
- Vice President: Roger Mortimer, Ohio Drone Repair
- Secretary: Bobby Oliver, Lakeland Community College
- Treasurer: Jason Damman, V1 Drone Media
- Executive Director: Chad Hankins, Patriot Aerial Services
- AUVSI Director: Kent Iler, Iler Aerial Imaging
- Dan Chan, Commercial Drone Group
- Devon Sheehy, Argonaut
- Mike Schaler, Akron Drone Services
- Corey Snipes , Twomile Heavy Industries
- Howard Thompson, EHM Advisors
NORCODA BOARD PRESIDENT
AVON UAS
Tom Taconet
NORCODA BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
Roger Mortimer
Ohio Drone Repair
Since 2015, We’ve been getting drone repairs done right. From drop off to pick up, we’re the professionals that get you in the air sooner!
NORCODA BOARD SECRETARY
Bobby Oliver
Lakeland Community College
The focus of my career to date has been as a Professor and Department Chair of Geography and Geospatial Technology, as well as a Geospatial Lab Manager and GIS Manager for Lake Metroparks.
NORCODA BOARD TREASURER
Jason Damann
V1 Drone Media
Using the aviation experience that I have gained, I started my own business, V1DroneMedia, offering aerial services to a variety of industries using “drones.” The sky is not the limit, the sky is home!
NORCODA BOARD MEMBER
Dan Chan
Commercial Drone Group Inc.
I am the Head Pilot, Bottlewasher and General Manager with the Commercial Drone Group, Inc. We perform Aerial 2D and 3D Mapping/Imaging Missions for the Commercial Construction Industry, Aerial Inspections of Commercial Buildings, Roofs, Properties and Grounds for Proactive Data on Issues before they escalate to problems.
NORCODA BOARD MEMBER
Devon Sheehy
Results-driven management professional with four years of experience in administrative operations, production management, organizational development and team building across diverse industries. Highly adept in planning, coordinating and executing successful production strategies. Successful track record in improving operational stability, efficiency and profitability.
Operations & Sales Manager at Tamarack Aerial Services
NORCODA BOARD MEMBER
Corey Snipes
Twomile Heavy Industries, Inc.
NORCODA Board President
Corey Snipes is an aerospace software engineer, FAA-certified (Part 107) drone pilot, and OpenDroneMap contributor based in Cleveland, Ohio. He works across a variety of aviation software research projects from air traffic management to avionics to cybersecurity, many in support of the Federal Aviation Administration and NASA. He specializes in drone work supporting urban planning, design, and conservation.
NORCODA BOARD MEMBER
Chad Hankins
Patriot Aerial Services
Executive Director
Lead Instructor Cuyahoga Community College
NORCODA BOARD MEMBER
Kent Iler
AUVSI Director
Iler Aerial Imaging
Outstanding leadership background, combined with strong technical expertise over a broad range of key technologies in today’s fast changing technical environment. Unmatched skill set, dedication and work ethic to ensure projects get done the right way, the first time.
NORCODA BOARD MEMBER
Mike Schaler
Akron Drone
For over 30 years we have been working in the video and film production industry. Our work has taken us to destinations across the world including Europe, The Middle East, Canada and of course many places in our United States. The vast number of productions over the years have ranged from studio and location 16 & 35mm film shoots, sporting events and every kind of video production imaginable.
NORCODA BOARD MEMBER
Howard Thompson
EHM Advisors
Business development professional with a career in sales marketing strategies, economic development and aligning industry relationships. Determination, dedication and dam hard work is how I have been taught to pursue successful business deals.Business development professional with a career in sales marketing strategies, economic development and aligning industry relationships. Determination, dedication and dam hard work is how I have been taught to pursue successful business deals.