What: An innovation hub to accelerate autonomous systems across domains—air, land, sea, and space—through testing, commercialization, workforce training, and industry engagement.
Why: The global autonomous systems market is on a trajectory for exponential growth. Hampton Roads’ air, sea, and space assets make it an ideal testbed.
Impact: 2,500–4,000 indirect jobs, national recognition, expanded entrepreneurship and manufacturing.
Leader: Nancy Grden, President & CEO, Hampton Roads Executive Roundtable
Project Lead
Nancy Grden
President & CEO
Hampton Roads Executive Roundtable
