eVTOL Insights' North America Conference & Awards 2025 is a premier gathering for the electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) industry. Taking place in the heart of innovation—Palo Alto, California—this highly anticipated event brings together top experts, innovators, and decision-makers shaping the future of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The conference features fireside chats with industry leaders, dynamic panel discussions, and cutting-edge keynote presentations packed with insights into the future of urban and regional air mobility, infrastructure, autonomy, and regulatory advancements. The event concludes with the prestigious eVTOL Insights Awards, recognizing achievements in technology, innovation, and leadership in the AAM sector.

Event Dates

The event will run from April 9 to April 11, 2025, with the following schedule:

• Wednesday, April 9: Industry tour at Pivotal's HQ (4:00 PM PT), followed by pre-event networking drinks (6:00-8:00 PM PT)

• Thursday, April 10: Main conference day

• Friday, April 11: Morning industry tour, concluding early afternoon

Keynote Speakers

• Sergio Cecutta (SMG Consulting): Industry expert who will assess the eVTOL landscape and moderate the fireside chat on entry into service, featuring representatives from major companies including Joby Aviation.

• Robin Riedel (McKinsey & Company): Leading consultant who will join Sergio Cecutta in examining what lies ahead for the industry in 2025.

• Jia Xu (CEO of SkyGrid): Visionary leader who will provide critical insights into AAM advancements during the keynote presentations.

• Dan Sloat (Founder & President of AAM Institute): Industry pioneer who will address the role of regional air mobility in shaping the future of transportation.

• Ken Karklin (Pivotal): Executive from Pivotal, known for BlackFly, the first light eVTOL aircraft to be commercially available in the United States.

• Alexandra Zaramela (CEO, Moya Aero): Innovation leader who will share insights during the Autonomous Cargo Logistics panel discussion.

• Manal Habib (CEO, MightyFly): Visionary executive contributing to the conversation on autonomous aircraft and cargo logistics applications.

Complete Agenda

• Wednesday, April 9

  • 4:00 PM: Exclusive tour of Pivotal's headquarters (limited to 30 attendees)

  • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Pre-event networking drinks reception in Palo Alto

• Thursday, April 10 (Main Conference Day)

  • Morning Session:

    • Fireside Chat: "Assessing the Industry Landscape and Looking Ahead in 2025" with Sergio Cecutta and Robin Riedel

    • Keynote Presentations featuring Jia Xu (SkyGrid) and Dan Sloat (AAM Institute)

  • Afternoon Session:

    • Panel Discussion: "Preparing Cities for AAM: Societal & Economic Impact" featuring Matthew Land (Eve Air Mobility), Steven Spinello (Skyports Infrastructure), Tim Pohle (Beveridge & Diamond PC), Ernest Huffman (North Central Texas Council of Government), Ed Wegel (UrbanLink Air Mobility), and Kevin Cain (Aria Group)

    • Panel Discussion: "Autonomous Cargo Logistics" with Alexandra Zaramela (Moya Aero), Manal Habib (MightyFly), Carl Dietrich (Jump Aero), and Gwen Lighter (GoAERO Prize)

    • Panel Discussion: "Women in AAM" moderated by Marilyn Pearson (CAE & Chairperson, Women in AAM)

    • Panel Discussion: "Integrating AAM into Wider Communities" led by Clint Harper (AAM Infrastructure Expert)

    • Panel Discussion: "Regional Air Mobility & State Integration" with representatives from Odys Aviation, Whisper Aero, Electra, and Eve Air Mobility

    • Exclusive Fireside Chat: "Entry into Service" moderated by Sergio Cecutta featuring representatives from Joby Aviation and other leading companies

  • Evening:

    • eVTOL Insights Awards ceremony recognizing achievements in technology, innovation, and leadership

• Friday, April 11

  • Morning: Industry tour

  • Early Afternoon: Event conclusion

Event Website: https://evtolinsights.com/event/evtol-insights-north-america-conference-2025/