Danny Ellis

CEO and Founder at SkySpecs, Inc.

Danny Ellis, Co-Founder and CEO of SkySpecs

Danny Ellis is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SkySpecs, a company that simplifies renewable energy asset management using autonomous drone technology.1 2 He has a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan.1 3

Key Facts about Danny Ellis:

Co-founded SkySpecs in 2012 with the goal of using autonomous drones for commercial applications2
Led SkySpecs to become a global company that has inspected over 600,000 wind turbine blades in 31 countries2
Grew the company from a 3-person team to over 260 full-time employees and 100+ contractors with offices worldwide2
Raised over $120 million in funding for SkySpecs through private equity, venture capital, competitions, grants, and awards1
Recognized as a Forbes "30 under 30" in 2016, Crain's Detroit "40 under 40" in 2021, EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2023, and Michigan Entrepreneur of the Year in 20231 2
Served as a Graduate Student Instructor at the University of Michigan, teaching aerospace engineering to freshmen1

Danny Ellis' leadership has been instrumental in SkySpecs' rapid growth and success in the renewable energy technology sector. His achievements have been widely recognized through prestigious awards and accolades.1 2

Highlights

Nov 15 · us.endeavor.org

POV: You're an Endeavor Entrepreneur - Danny Ellis

Jun 19 · youtube.com

Tech Talk 2019: Danny Ellis, SkySpecs - YouTube

Feb 24 · droneii.com

Meet Danny Ellis – CEO of SkySpecs - Drone Industry Insights

Experience

C.E.O, Founder at SkySpecs, Inc. (April 2012 - Present)

Graduate Student Instructor at University of Michigan (September 2010 - May 2013); Wilson Student Team Project Center Staff at University of Michigan (April 2009 - May 2012)