Hector Soliman-Valdez serves as the Lead for Local Government Affairs at Zipline, where he helps cities craft forward-thinking policies to adopt drone delivery technology. His work focuses on aligning cutting-edge aerial logistics with the unique priorities and values of local communities. Grounded in a strong background in urban planning and public sector engagement, he brings a deep, multi-faceted understanding of municipal infrastructure. Prior to Zipline, he drove government affairs and strategic growth initiatives at tech leaders including Flock Safety and Waze Carpool. His career also spans impactful public service and planning roles with Downtown Santa Monica Inc., the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System, and the Town of Miami Lakes.