S7/EP 7 Jeremy Proctor of Central Texas Aerials

Drone to 1K Podcast by Drone Launch Academy

In this episode of the Drone to 1K Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Proctor, owner of Central Texas Aerials. Jeremy shares his remarkable journey of turning a therapeutic hobby into a thriving drone business that generated nearly $70K in revenue during his first full year.

After being laid off from his corporate tech job in July 2023, Jeremy transformed his drone side hustle into his primary source of income. Based in New Braunfels, Texas, he strategically positions himself to serve both the San Antonio and Austin markets, capturing lucrative construction progression documentation contracts.

Jeremy reveals how he:

• Used Bark.com as his primary lead generation tool, investing $4-5K to secure approximately $70K in business
• Built relationships with construction companies, universities, and solar farms
• Secured recurring contracts worth $10-12K each from clients like Texas A&M University and SeaWorld
• Created impressive time-lapse progression videos that won him new clients
• Plans to scale his business nationwide by hiring pilots in other cities

Whether you're just starting your drone business or looking to take it to the next level, Jeremy's practical advice and inspiring success story demonstrate how determination and strategic positioning can lead to significant growth, even in challenging circumstances.

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https://www.centexaerials.com/