In this fast-paced lightning round, Jeremy Schneiderman, CEO and Founder of Drone Nerds, joins host John Ramstead to unpack some of the most critical shifts happening in the drone and UAS industry today. From the transformative power of BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operations to the rapid evolution of drone-in-a-box systems, Jeremy shares practical insights on how automation, regulation, and domestic manufacturing are reshaping what’s possible with drones.

Listeners also get a behind-the-scenes look at what has fueled Drone Nerds’ rise as a national leader—its people-first culture, deep vendor relationships, and mission to be the “easy button” for scalable drone programs. The conversation wraps with a lighter, personal touch, exploring team culture, leadership philosophy, and Jeremy’s lifelong love of baseball.

This episode is a must-listen for drone professionals, enterprise operators, and anyone tracking the future of unmanned systems.

• Why BVLOS is the single biggest unlock for scaling drone operations
  
  

• How remote operations and automation are changing enterprise drone programs
  
  

• The three core strengths behind Drone Nerds’ national success
  
  

• What increased U.S. defense spending means for the UAV industry
  
  

• A look at breakthrough tech, including pressure and soft wash drones
  
  

• Why drone-in-a-box solutions are on the brink of widespread adoption
  
  

• Growing momentum and capability among U.S.-based drone manufacturers
  
  

• How Drone Nerds maintains a strong culture in a fully distributed team
  
  

• A personal conversation about leadership, family, and baseball fandom
  
  

• [00:00:09] Why BVLOS is one of the most important topics in UAS today
  
  

• [00:00:24] How BVLOS enables remote operations, automation, and multi-drone flights
  
  

• [00:00:44] The three strengths that have driven Drone Nerds’ success
  
  

• [00:02:06] The outlook on U.S. defense spending and its impact on UAV markets
  
  

• [00:02:54] A game-changing pressure and soft wash drone launch
  
  

• [00:03:25] What “drone in a box” really means and why adoption is accelerating
  
  

• [00:04:23] Why domestic drone manufacturers are gaining momentum
  
  

• [00:05:15] How Drone Nerds builds culture with a remote, distributed workforce
  
  

• [00:06:11] Jeremy’s lifelong connection to baseball and family traditions
  

Jeremy Schneiderman is the CEO and Founder of Drone Nerds, one of the largest and most respected drone solution providers in the United States. Under his leadership, Drone Nerds has become a trusted authority across multiple industries by combining deep technical expertise, strong vendor partnerships, and a customer-first approach.

Jeremy is passionate about building scalable drone programs, fostering strong organizational culture, and helping customers adopt emerging technologies with confidence. Outside of work, he’s a lifelong baseball fan, former player, and dedicated coach—bringing the same teamwork mindset from the field into his leadership style.

Drone Nerds is a leading U.S.-based drone solutions provider helping organizations design, deploy, and scale successful drone programs. Known for its deep industry expertise, strong vendor partnerships, and customer-first approach, Drone Nerds supports a wide range of industries with best-in-class hardware, software, training, and support. With a mission to be the “easy button” for enterprise drone operations, Drone Nerds simplifies adoption while enabling customers to maximize the value of unmanned technology.

“Remote operations, taking a little bit of the human element out of flights, and allowing one person to fly multiple drones—that’s what BVLOS unlocks.”

“Our goal as Drone Nerds is to be the easy button for our customers’ drone programs.”

“Drone in a box is going to have a profound effect on how people use drones in the future—it’s just a matter of time.”

“U.S. manufacturing is happening now, and the technology being delivered can truly compete.”

“Work hard, play hard. Get the work done—but let’s have fun while we’re doing it.”