Fatema Hamdani Named to Inc.’s 2025 Female Founders 500 List

Emeryville, California – April 10, 2025: Kraus Hamdani Aerospace is proud to announce that Inc. Magazine has recognized Fatema Hamdani, CEO and Co-Founder, in its prestigious 2025 Female Founders 500 list. This annual honor celebrates 500 exceptional female entrepreneurs whose ideas and leadership are propelling industries forward and challenging conventional norms. 

The 2025 honorees collectively attracted $9 billion in revenue and $10.6 billion in funding during 2024, solidifying their roles as key drivers of innovation across sectors. Fatema’s inclusion reflects not only her extraordinary vision and leadership but also the significant advancements achieved by Kraus Hamdani Aerospace in redefining the boundaries of autonomy and AI-driven aerospace technology. 

“This recognition underscores the importance of female leadership in driving business success and creating positive change. It’s an honor to be recognized among such inspiring and accomplished female leaders by Inc. magazine,” said Hamdani.  

Milestone Driving Innovation Forward

Under Hamdani’s leadership, Kraus Hamdani Aerospace made remarkable strides in 2024, securing two major milestones. The U.S. Navy selected the company’s K1000ULE, its first electric, solar-powered VTOL Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), lauded for its unmatched endurance and cutting-edge autonomous Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. Additionally, the organization received a $20 million APFIT contract to scale production of the K1000ULE for U.S. Army surveillance operations in the Pacific, cementing its position as a vital partner in advancing national security. 

These achievements reflect Kraus Hamdani Aerospace’s mission to save lives and connect the world through revolutionary autonomous systems, aligning with the company’s ongoing commitment to innovation and operational excellence. 

This latest accolade follows a year of notable recognition for Hamdani. She was named Aerial Systems Technology CEO of the Year and received a Gold Stevie® Award for Women in Business. She also brought her expertise to prominent platforms, speaking on panels at global forums such as TEDAI, GenLab, and SXSW with NavalX.

“Female founders know what struggle is, but they’re also experts of improvisation, adaptability, and creativity. The women featured on this year’s list exemplify these qualities,” noted Inc.’s executive editor, Diana Ransom. “Through times of uncertainty, their unwavering dedication and steadfast leadership are not only inspiring but vital to driving progress.”

To view the full list of honorees, visit https://www.inc.com/female-founders.

About Kraus Hamdani Aerospace

Kraus Hamdani Aerospace is the world leader in building Ultra-Long Endurance (ULE) Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) that mimic nature by utilizing onboard artificial intelligence to silently glide through the air like a bird and generate clean onboard energy. The K1000ULE is the world’s longest endurance fully electric zero-emissions autonomous unmanned aircraft in its size and weight category (Group-2).

The K1000ULE comprises aerial-based data, ISR, and communication services enabled by an AI-based Unmanned Vehicle Coordination System. This addresses critical customer needs within various sectors, such as emergency and disaster relief, data and telecommunications, defense, agriculture, oil and gas, climate change, and wildlife preservation.