Mr. Nikos Zalonis has 25+ years of combined public & private sector experience in various training and consulting roles. He had an extensive career as an officer in the Hellenic Special Forces being experienced and distinguished both in training and on-the-ground assignments working in different environments around the globe.

He served as Instructor-in-Chief and Training Branch Director for several years at International Special Traning Center (ISTC) in Germany. He holds also a MA in International Affairs & Security from University of Macedonia and in Applied Strategy from University of Plymouth.

For many years he has been monitoring closely all the developments within the global UAV industry being a Drone pilot and Drone Pilot Instructor certified by the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA).

His remarkable skills as a tutor along with professional background led to his appointment as Drone Training Advisor of WUAVF Hellas   with mission to coordinate and supervise all upcoming training projects.