Become a Moderator

Become a Moderator - Guide the Conversation
Deadline: June 12, 2026

Applications to serve as a moderator for the 2026 UAS Summit & Expo will be accepted through June 12, 2026. Moderators play a key role in shaping the discussion, introducing panelists, managing timing and facilitating meaningful audience engagement.

Moderators may express interest in leading panels within any of the following areas:

Small UAV
Government Drone Usage
Big Data
Military Drone Usage
Large UAV
Drone Research & Development
Drone Usage in the Agriculture Industry

Counter UAS
Drone Delivery
Commercial Drone Usage
Remote ID
Detect-and-Avoid Technology
Urban Air Mobility
Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM)

Moderator Responsibilities

Moderators are responsible for ensuring sessions run smoothly, stay on schedule and remain engaging for the audience. Responsibilities include:

Connecting with your panelists in advance to review presentation topics and discuss potential Q&A prompts.
Arriving to your assigned room 15 minutes before the session begins to check in with AV staff and review the panel lineup.
Introducing yourself, your panelists and their organizations before each presentation.
Keeping presentations within their allotted time using the room’s electronic timer.
Leading a brief, structured Q&A at the conclusion of the session.

Moderators are encouraged to maintain an energetic and professional tone while ensuring every speaker has an equal opportunity to present and respond to questions.

How to Apply

Please complete the Moderator Application Form linked below by following these directions:

Under My Speaker Center

Check ✔ Interested in Moderating
Add your topic in Preferred Panel Topics to Moderate

Moderator Selection Process

All moderator applications will be reviewed by the conference content team and steering committee by June 22nd. Acceptance notifications will be sent by July 3rd, and the preliminary conference agenda will be posted online the week of July 13th.

Why Moderate?

Moderating at the UAS Summit & Expo offers a front-row seat to the latest innovations and thought leadership across the unmanned aerial sector. It’s an opportunity to:

Expand your network by engaging directly with top industry experts, innovators and policymakers.
Gain visibility as a trusted facilitator and voice within your area of expertise.
Contribute to the conversation by helping frame and guide discussions that advance the ethanol industry.
Build professional skills in communication, leadership and event management within a high-profile, national setting.

Need Assistance?

For questions about the moderator role or application process, please contact:
Danielle Piekarski, Content & Program Manager, BBI International
dpiekarski@bbiinternational.com