ZenaTech Announces Key Management Promotions to Drive AI Drone and SaaS Growth Strategy

ZenaTech, Inc. has implemented a series of strategic management promotions designed to accelerate growth in both its AI drone solutions and enterprise SaaS software divisions. The company announced four key appointments that will strengthen its leadership team across different geographic regions and business functions, positioning the organization for expanded market presence in the competitive technology landscape.

Philander Franklin has been appointed as Vice President of Business Development for the Americas, bringing nine years of experience within ZenaTech-associated businesses to his new role. Franklin will focus on North American drone business sales and the development of the company's Arizona operations and manufacturing base. His extensive 25-year background in business and sales, including leadership roles in the health insurance industry, provides him with the expertise needed to drive growth in this crucial market segment.

Simon Henry has been promoted to Vice President of Business Development for EMEA, where he will spearhead the company's drone sales efforts across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Having been with ZenaDrone for over three years, Henry will also focus on further developing operations in Ireland. His 20-year career in sales and client service management across various industries, combined with his academic background in business studies and sales management, makes him well-suited to expand ZenaTech's international footprint.

In the software division, Steve Rhode has been named Director of Software Sales and Customer Support. Rhode brings a decade of experience with ZenaTech-associated SaaS companies to his new position. His background in leading customer service, sales, and operations for U.S. software firms in security and facilities management sectors will be instrumental in shaping the sales and support strategies for ZenaTech's Enterprise SaaS software division, which serves mission-critical business applications across multiple industries.

Lindsey Bartholomew has been appointed as Director of Administration, tasked with building the administrative infrastructure to support ZenaTech's portfolio of companies. Her diverse experience in accounting, administration, operations management, and mergers and acquisitions administration over the past three years with ZenaTech-associated companies will be crucial in streamlining the company's operations as it expands globally.

These promotions come at a critical juncture for ZenaTech as the company positions itself for significant growth in the rapidly evolving AI drone and SaaS markets. The company's ZenaDrone subsidiary has been developing autonomous business drone solutions incorporating advanced technologies such as machine learning, AI, and predictive modeling. These drones, including the ZenaDrone 1000 and the IQ series, are designed for various applications in industrial surveillance, monitoring, inspection, and process automation.

ZenaTech's enterprise SaaS solutions cater to mission-critical business applications, serving over 100 customers in law enforcement, government, and industrial sectors. The company's focus on leveraging its software development expertise to enhance customer inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and field service processes has positioned it as a key player in driving operational efficiencies and cost savings for its clients. With offices across North America, Europe, and the UAE, and a growing global partner network, ZenaTech is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for AI-driven drone technology and enterprise software solutions.