Kirk Demuth

Kirk Demuth has a diverse work experience in the field of agriculture technology and operations. Kirk is currently serving as the Director of Operations at Perennial, a technology company focused on sustainable food production. Prior to this, they worked as the Chief Operating Officer at Air Data Solutions/Raptor Solutions from 2019 to 2021. Kirk also holds experience as the COO of AgPixel, where they worked from 2014 to 2018, and RoboFlight Systems, LLC, where they served from 2013 to 2018. Furthermore, they worked at Kansas State University as the UAS Chief Pilot from 2011 to 2014, and as the UAS Program Manager from 2008 to 2009. Kirk also held the role of VP Operations at Flint Hills Solutions from 2009 to 2011 and served as the Chief Pilot at Chalk II LLC from 2007 to 2008. Overall, Kirk has extensive experience in the agriculture technology sector, including roles in operations, management, and piloting unmanned aerial vehicles.

Kirk Demuth has a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Aviation Technology Management from Kansas State University, which they completed between 2004 and 2007. Kirk also obtained an Associate's Degree in Professional Pilot from the same university during the same period. In addition to their academic degrees, Kirk obtained certifications as a Certified Flight Instructor - Airplane from the FAA in April 2007, and a Commercial Pilot Certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in March 2006.