Meet Our CEO and Founder, Biagio "Ben" Colandreo Jr.
Biagio Advanced Aero is a veteran-owned small business dedicated to designing and manufacturing cutting-edge gyroplanes, VTOL, and eVTOL aircraft. Our CEO, Biagio 'Ben' Colandreo Jr., is an accomplished entrepreneur, aviator, and veteran of the United States Marine Corps. His diverse leadership roles span numerous industries, including aerospace, software development, and environmental services. He currently spearheads business development, operations, and financial roles in several early-stage companies, such as Skyworks-Global, Tapin2, and Exotron Inc.
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Pioneering Location-Based Software Integration
As the founder, Ben has also made significant contributions to the field of intelligence and analytics, integrating location-based software applications with facial recognition biometrics. His distinguished career in the private sector is marked by several notable achievements, such as the development of the first building integrated photovoltaic model and leading a team that created the first-ever map-based facial recognition application. Beyond his business accomplishments, Ben is a passionate contributor to veteran initiatives, a fishing team leader for the Orange County-based charity Fish for Life, and an ardent supporter of BikeMS in the fight against Multiple Sclerosis. His dedication, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to innovation are the backbone of Biagio Advanced Aero.
