The Michael Peres Podcast

A Conversation with Abe Dats


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Abe Dats is the visionary marketer, founder, and strategist driving Doni Aerospace’s push to make flying cars a reality. As head of marketing and investor relations, he bridges cutting-edge eVTOL engineering with an unconventional, big-picture outlook on mobility and life itself.

In the discussion, Dats unpacks how Doni Aerospace is tackling everything from FAA hurdles to battery-swap logistics to bring the dream of flight down to earth. He reveals the storytelling and positioning strategies he’s used to win over skeptics—and investors—while sharing how his life philosophy shapes every campaign. You’ll also hear what’s next for Doni’s prototype program and how broader shifts in urban design could fast-track airborne taxis.

Key takeaways:

• The Dream of Flight – Overcoming engineering and regulatory roadblocks to redefine everyday transportation
• Investor Strategy – Crafting a narrative that attracts capital without overpromising
• Branding the Unconventional – How Dats’s personal worldview informs Doni’s messaging
• Looking Ahead – What milestones lie between prototype and commercial launch

Learn more about Abe Dats (@abe_dats)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abe-dats

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