Extending Perimeters to the Sky: Counter-UAS Strategies for Mitigating Drone Incursions at Sensitive Sites
Government security professionals recognize the threat drones pose. Given the evolving threat, we must prioritize preparedness and threat management solutions that enhance safety and security and reduce operational disruption. This session will provide data, practical examples and actionable insights for addressing the problems associated with drone incursions and real-world stories of drone incidents domestically and abroad, backed by analyses of their impact.
Experts will discuss recommendations for a layered approach to drone detection that incorporates advanced technologies and actionable tactics. We will also explore advanced counter-uncrewed aircraft systems (counter-UAS) technologies that neutralize drone threats with precision while ensuring operational continuity. Traditional countermeasures, like jamming can disrupt operations, while kinetic responses risk collateral damage. These limitations underscore the need for innovative non-disruptive approaches essential in complex and sensitive public-sector environments.
Date
- May 20 2025
Time
- 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm
Location
Other Locations
- 1201 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Speakers
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Ryan LittleGovernment Affairs, D-Fend Solutions -
Curtis WaltersVice President of Sales, Government and Critical Infrastructure, EchodyneCurtis Walters serves as vice president of government and commercial sales at Echodyne, where he leads the charge in delivering the company’s breakthrough radar technology to the agencies and organizations that need it most. Throughout his career, Curtis has built a reputation for curiosity-driven engagement, connecting with customers across diverse industries to deeply understand their challenges and deliver solutions that make a meaningful impact. His expertise spans a wide range of markets including cyber and physical security. At Echodyne, he continues to pair customer insight with cutting-edge radar to elevate safety, security and operational awareness across critical sectors.
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Brandon YoungbloodCEO, Drone Security ServicesBrandon Youngblood has over 22 years of uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) experience with the last seven being solely focused on domestic counter-UAS policy and operations. He is a former Federal Aviation Administration manager responsible for the oversite of UAS security, interagency counter-UAS operations coordination and security airspace management. Youngblood draws on his experience working with the National Security Council and multiple federal agencies, to include, the U.S. Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, Justice and Energy, as well as the Federal Communications Commission and National Telecommunications and Information Administration, to develop and implement organizational and corporate UAS security policy.
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Lauren BresetteSenior Manager, Government Relations, Security Industry AssociationAs senior manager of government relations at the Security Industry Association, Lauren Bresette leads SIA’s congressional initiatives among other duties. Lauren came to SIA with three years of experience in Washington, D.C., working on legislative policy, programmatic funding, regulatory issues and business development for defense, homeland security and veterans’ issues.
