Brett Velicovich is an American entrepreneur, author, and public speaker. He is best known for his work in the field of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and his role in the development of the technology. He is the founder and CEO of Phoenix Group, a technology and intelligence services company. Velicovich served in the United States Army for over a decade, where he was a member of the elite Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). During his time in the military, he was involved in the development of UAS technology and was a key figure in the use of UAS in Iraq and Afghanistan. After leaving the military, Velicovich founded Phoenix Group and has since become a leading expert in the field of UAS. He has been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post. He has also been featured in documentaries and television shows, including National Geographic's "Drone Age" and the History Channel's "Rise of the Drones." Velicovich is also the author of the book "Drone Warrior: An Elite Soldier's Inside Account of the Hunt for America's Most Dangerous Enemies," which chronicles his experiences in the military and his work with UAS. He is a sought-after public speaker, having spoken at events such as the TEDx conference and the Aspen Ideas Festival.