Unusual Machines Expands Leadership Team with Appointment of Tim Manton as Corporate Controller

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Unusual Machines (NYSE American: UMAC) has appointed Tim Manton, CPA as Corporate Controller, reporting to CFO Brian Hoff. Manton brings over 15 years of experience in financial operations, M&A, and reporting from his previous roles at Sony Electronics, Blue Force Technologies, and Ultra Electronics.

The appointment aligns with UMAC's expansion of domestic operations, including a 17,000-square-foot motor production facility in Orlando, Florida. The company is strengthening its financial infrastructure to support U.S.-made components, particularly high-performance drone motors, in response to regulatory and customer demands.

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• Appointment of experienced Corporate Controller with 15+ years in financial operations and M&A
• Expansion of domestic operations with 17,000-square-foot motor production facility
• Strategic focus on U.S.-made components to meet regulatory and customer demand

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New hire supports operational scale-up and financial infrastructure as company ramps U.S. motor manufacturing

ORLANDO, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / July 9, 2025 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC), a leader in drone technology and component manufacturing, today announced the appointment of Tim Manton, CPA, as Corporate Controller, reporting to Chief Financial Officer Brian Hoff. Manton brings more than 15 years of experience in financial operations, M&A, and reporting across high-growth and acquisition-driven companies.

"Tim brings strong financial acumen and experience critical to dynamic, scaling environments," said Hoff. "His background in M&A, systems integration, and financial oversight makes him a valuable addition as we sharpen our focus on execution and operational efficiency."

Manton most recently served as Director of Finance and Accounting at Sony Electronics (formerly KinaTrax), where he helped lead the company through a strategic acquisition. His prior roles at Blue Force Technologies and Ultra Electronics included ERP transitions, public company reporting, and post-merger financial integration.

The appointment comes as Unusual Machines scales its domestic operations, including a 17,000-square-foot motor production facility in Orlando, Florida. The company is actively building out its financial and operational infrastructure to support U.S.-made components, including high-performance drone motors designed to meet growing regulatory and customer demand.

"Strong financial systems are the foundation of any growing business," Hoff added. "Tim's leadership will be instrumental as we invest in the people, processes, and platforms that support disciplined growth and a competitive U.S. manufacturing strategy."

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About Unusual Machines

Unusual Machines manufactures and sells drone components and drones across a diversified brand portfolio, which includes Fat Shark, the leader in FPV (first-person view) ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots. The company also retails small, acrobatic FPV drones and equipment directly to consumers through the curated Rotor Riot ecommerce store. With a changing regulatory environment, Unusual Machines seeks to be a dominant Tier-1 parts supplier to the fast-growing multi-billion-dollar U.S. drone industry. According to Fact.MR, the global drone accessories market is currently valued at $17.5 billion and is set to top $115 billion by 2032.

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FAQ

Who is Tim Manton and what is his new role at Unusual Machines (UMAC)?

Tim Manton, CPA, has been appointed as Corporate Controller at Unusual Machines, bringing over 15 years of experience in financial operations and M&A. He will report to CFO Brian Hoff.

What experience does Tim Manton bring to Unusual Machines (UMAC)?

Tim Manton previously served as Director of Finance and Accounting at Sony Electronics, and held roles at Blue Force Technologies and Ultra Electronics, with expertise in ERP transitions, public company reporting, and post-merger financial integration.

What expansion plans does Unusual Machines (UMAC) have in Orlando?

Unusual Machines is scaling domestic operations with a 17,000-square-foot motor production facility in Orlando, Florida, focused on manufacturing high-performance drone motors.

Why is Unusual Machines (UMAC) expanding its U.S. manufacturing capabilities?

UMAC is expanding U.S. manufacturing to meet growing regulatory and customer demand for domestically-produced high-performance drone motors.

What is the significance of Tim Manton's appointment for Unusual Machines (UMAC)?

Manton's appointment strengthens UMAC's financial infrastructure as the company scales operations, focusing on execution, operational efficiency, and disciplined growth in U.S. manufacturing.