2024 Revenue
$8.8M
Funding
$2.3M
YOY
26.5%
Team
291
Founded
2016
How DroneUp CEO Tom Walker grew DroneUp to $8.8M revenue with a 291 person team in 2024.
Provider of a mission match pilot management platform intended to match mission with drone pilots. The company's platform locates, qualifies and deploys single pilot or multi-pilot crews according to our client requirements and also delivers on-demand services to commercial, government and military organizations and address critical airspace safety oversight, providing clients with a comprehensive network of pilots while maintaining a steadfast commitment to safety and responsible operations.
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DroneUp Revenue
In 2024, DroneUp's revenue reached $8.8M. The company previously reported $7M in 2023. Since its launch in 2016, DroneUp has shown consistent revenue growth.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2024 | DroneUp Hit $8.8m revenue in October 2024 |
| 2023 | DroneUp Hit $7m revenue in December 2023 |
| 2021 | DroneUp Hit $1.5m revenue in April 2021 |
| 2016 | Launched with $0 revenue |
DroneUp Valuation, Funding Rounds
DroneUp has not publicly disclosed its valuation. The company has raised $2.3M in total funding to date.
DroneUp has raised $2.3M in total funding across 1 round, with its most recent round in 2016.
| Year | Round | Amount | Valuation | % Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Funding round | $2.3M | - | - |
DroneUp Employees & Team Size
DroneUp employs approximately 291 people as of 2026, down from 371 in 2023.
DroneUp has 291 total employees in different roles and functions.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Reached 291 employees (December 2024) |
| 2024 | Reached 297 employees (October 2024) |
| 2023 | Reached 371 employees (December 2023) |
| 2022 | Reached 458 employees (December 2022) |
| 2021 | Reached 97 employees (December 2021) |
| 2021 | Reached 35 employees (April 2021) |
Founder / CEO
Tom Walker
As CEO, Tom provides leadership to position the company at the forefront of the industry, drives the strategic plan to advance the company’s mission and objectives and to promote revenue, profitability, and growth as an organization. He is an FAA Part 107 Certified Remote Pilot and avid drone enthusiast. Tom most recently served as the President of Web Teks, a leading online and mobile technology research and strategy development firm. A former military officer, he is a recognized pioneer in military and government digital reform, having managed extensive programming and web enablement of computer systems to support both U.S. and international Special Forces. Tom served as an advisor to the White House on innovative technologies and their impact on the emerging workforce. Data from that research, combined with a sincere desire to improve safety and disaster response outcomes, led to the creation of DroneUp. Tom is equally passionate about his community and a frequent speaker at various corporate and organizational events.
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Customers
We do not have customer count information for DroneUp yet.
Frequently Asked Questions about DroneUp
What is DroneUp's revenue?
DroneUp generates $8.8M in revenue.
Who founded DroneUp?
DroneUp was founded by Tom Walker.
Who is the CEO of DroneUp?
The CEO of DroneUp is Tom Walker.
How much funding does DroneUp have?
DroneUp raised $2.3M.
How many employees does DroneUp have?
DroneUp has 291 employees.
Where is DroneUp headquarters?
DroneUp is headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States.
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