SkySpecs

Danny Ellis of SkySpecs knows it takes a village to raise a startup. His software company has the potential to impact several major industries by changing the way large infrastructure is inspected. He shares his story, lessons learned, and advice for budding entrepreneurs.

Based in Ann Arbor, SkySpecs is an automated inspection company that develops software for industrial drones to autonomously inspect large infrastructure, such as wind turbines. The company first got its start by working with the University of Michigan’s Center for Entrepreneurship who provided them with valuable business resources, including connecting them to the Ann Arbor Spark and MEDC. This hands on approach is what Danny says sets Michigan’s entrepreneurial climate apart from other states. In addition, Michigan’s central location allows SkySpecs to easily serve customers anywhere in the world.

For more information, visit the SkySpecs website.

SkySpecs is part of MEDC’s Entrepreneurs in Elevators video series that follows serial entrepreneur and innovator, David Ollila as he connects with some of the most passionate entrepreneurs and innovative companies across Michigan. Follow along with the series to hear their stories of trials and triumphs, and learn about the ecosystem in the state that allowed them to bring their ideas to life. Contact the MEDC Entrepreneurship and Innovation team to learn more about entrepreneurial opportunities in Michigan and to gain access to valuable business resources.