About Me
Sometimes the next breakthrough is just around the corner and we are not able to see the opportunity that is right in front of our eyes.
I grew up surrounded by a fantastic natural environment, after years all this became creativity, inspiration, futurism, social change, leadership … outcome is the recipe that built Laura …
My background is Electronics (La Salle University) and Aerospace and Science Technology, marinated with sports and nonprofit activities. Now working for Airbus in an exciting project and speaker for CTC in different events, before Executive Vice President for Centurion Technologies Consulting LLC and also working for other companies.
How would you change the life of millions of people?
The word ‘innovation’ has been overused again and again …
Are you a game changer? So let’s play …
Welcome to my website. I hope you enjoy it.
DRONE REGULATORY WGs
Contributed to different RPAS WGs
- JARUS (Sense & Avoid)
- EUROCAE WG-93
- RTCA-228
- AESA WGs
SPEAKING AND CATALYST CHANGE MAKER
DEFENCE AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
Topic examples: Cybersecurity | AI Ethics | Manned–Unmanned Teaming | Brain–Computer Interfaces | Geopolitics of Technology | Drones | The impact of exponential technologies | Ethical Hacking
Description:
Laura explores how exponential technologies are reshaping defense, aerospace, and global security. Drawing on her research and frontline experience in drones, AI, and cyber threats, she highlights the opportunities and vulnerabilities defining today’s strategic landscape. Audiences gain actionable insights into manned–unmanned teaming, brain–machine integration, and the cyber–ethical dilemmas leaders must navigate to sustain trust and superiority in complex missions.
Ideal for: Defense conferences, technology summits, security forums, policy dialogues
Leadership & Project Management in High-Stakes Environments
Topic examples: Leading Without a Map | Building Trust Across Generations | Resilience in Complex Projects | Risk Management | Leadership in Uncertain Environments
Description:
Leadership is tested most when the path forward is uncertain. Laura connects lessons from aerospace project management and international defense programs with her real-world experiences in high-risk environments like canyon exploration. She shows how leaders can build trust, align diverse teams, and thrive under pressure. This keynote combines practical frameworks with inspiring stories, offering a fresh perspective on navigating complexity and leading with clarity.
Ideal for: Corporate leadership events, PMI chapters, innovation workshops, executive education programs
Adventure & Resilience – Lessons from the Mountains
Topic examples: Risk Management | Human Resilience | Exploration & Innovation
Description:
From opening unexplored canyons in Greece to expeditions in Nepal and Jordan, Laura has faced environments where preparation meets the unknown. This keynote translates those extreme experiences into universal lessons on resilience, adaptability, and bold decision-making. It shows how the same mindset that overcomes physical challenges can drive innovation, personal growth, and organizational transformation.
Ideal for: Motivational events, corporate retreats, cross-industry conferences, resilience-building programs
Can you imagine what I would do if I could do all I can?
“Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat.”
Sun Tzu
TRAILBLAZER AWARD
PMI LIM North America 2014 – PHOENIX (US)
Events
DroneApps – September 2015 Lausanne
Google Madrid 2016
AUVSI 2015
BACK FROM AUVSI 2016
Canyoning Training
RPAS CivilOps 2014
AUVSI 2012
AUVSI 2013
AUVSI 2014
TECSMEDIA 2014
RAQRS 2014
Joint Air Power Competence Center
PMI LIM North America 2014
I Spanish Unmanned Aircraft Congress 2013
PMI LIM EMEA 2012
IV Symposium Satellite Systens and Services
Primer Plenary Meeting 2016 de JARUS en Madrid
24-26 Mayo – CTC en UNVEX 2016
MAY 2016 – Risk Management & Airspace Integration: Drones
May 2016 – PMI EMEA Congress
DroneApps 2015 – Switzerland
TEDx Lleida: TAMING TIGERS
Highlights & Upcoming Updates
News
Over the past years, I have actively participated in international conferences, panels, workshops, and industry...
This journal contains a co-authored paper with Maj. Andre Haider, JAPCC’s RPAS systems Lead: “Integrating Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems in Non-Segregated Airspace” In this special…
So a High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) platform in the stratosphere, nothing new itself but recently in the eye of the storm in terms of…
Some months ago aI attended a 3D training where we could test different types of...
Yesterday took place in Barcelona an event on behalf the Generalitat de Catalunya and AGAUR….
Yesterday took place in Barcelona an event on behalf the Generalitat de Catalunya and AGAUR….
A Responsive Space A definition that I like to use is the one that O....
Labour market is evolving together with technology, social needs and struggles, political and economic up...
Carl von Clausewitz defined the fundamental elements of complexity: sensitivity to initial conditions, interaction between interdependent variables, the presence of feedback cycles, and the ability…
Articles
I regularly publish insights on technology, leadership, and emerging trends. You can explore my latest...
Podcasts
This space will feature my original podcast series, where I explore the intersections of Defense...
Two qualities are indispensable: first, an intellect that, even in the darkest hour, retains some glimmerings of the inner light which leads to truth; and second, the courage to follow this faint light wherever it may lead.
Carl von Clausewitz - On WarContact Me
laura@laurasamso.com
www.linkedin.com/in/laurasamso
