FMBGN-Biz-Ascension Drone Services: Documenting Paradise Before the Storm
The resilience of coastal communities is put to the test when natural disasters strike, but it's in these challenging moments that true innovation and human spirit emerge. Jack Walker's story exemplifies this perfectly, as he transforms personal adversity into opportunity through his drone technology business on Fort Myers Beach.
Eight years ago, Jack and his wife made the leap from a Chicago suburb to the sunny shores of Fort Myers Beach, drawn by its beauty and community. Like many residents, Hurricane Ian dramatically altered their lives, but instead of defeat, Jack found purpose. Drawing on his 30+ years of insurance industry experience, he launched Ascension Drone Services to address a critical need: documenting property conditions before and after storms to streamline insurance claims. "A picture tells a story of a thousand words," Jack explains, highlighting how drone footage can capture comprehensive evidence of roofing, AC units, and structural elements that proves invaluable during claims processing.
What makes Jack's vision particularly compelling is his forward-thinking approach. While currently focused on documentation and dramatic real estate marketing videos, he's positioning his company to revolutionize roof cleaning through drone technology. This innovation would eliminate the dangers faced by workers who currently risk falls and damage to fragile tile roofs. Though battery limitations mean this vision is still developing, it represents the kind of creative problem-solving that rebuilding communities need.
Beyond business, Jack's story reveals the deeper transformation many experience after disaster. His faith deepened substantially after Ian, giving him a new perspective on life and community. His wife Trista's extensive volunteer work with the Red Cross, delivering meals to shocked residents, illustrates the community bonds that make Fort Myers Beach special. Despite facing multiple hurricanes in recent years, Jack remains remarkably optimistic: "In five years this place is going to be a gold mine." To learn more about Ascension Drone Services or connect with Jack, call 239-851-5900 or email happyjackwalker@gmail.com.
Ascension Drone Services
Jack Walker
239-851-5900
Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor
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