Decision Points E61 - Aerospace, Entrepreneurship, and Identifying Your Superpower with Scott Pomeroy

Decision Points

What does it take to lead innovation in aerospace while managing the complexities of entrepreneurship and family business?

In this episode of Decision Points, hosts Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Scott Pomeroy, Chairman and CEO of XTI Aerospace, to explore his multifaceted career across public accounting, food manufacturing, private equity, and aerospace technology.

Scott shares how his business-oriented upbringing shaped his approach to leadership and capital raising. He discusses the challenges of managing family business dynamics, the importance of identifying individual strengths (or "superpowers") within a team, and the critical decision points that have shaped his career.

The conversation also dives into XTI Aerospace’s groundbreaking work in vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Scott explains how the company is redefining the future of aviation and what it takes to drive technological and operational innovation in an industry known for high risk and capital intensity.

This episode covers:

- How to identify your personal and professional “superpower”

- The challenges and opportunities in raising capital for high-growth industries

- Lessons from navigating leadership roles across multiple industries

- How XTI Aerospace is transforming the future of vertical takeoff and landing aircraft

- Practical strategies for assembling a personal board of directors

Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or business leader, this episode offers insight into leadership, strategic thinking, and managing risk in dynamic industries.

Listen now for an inside look at entrepreneurial leadership, aerospace innovation, and the mindset required to build a lasting business.