Past Speaker — IT Arena 2025
Vadym Voroshylov, «Karaya»
Lieutenant Colonel, Commander of the First Aviation Squadron, Hero of Ukraine
Bio
Ukrainian fighter ace renowned for successful interceptions of enemy drones and missiles. In October 2022, during a single sortie, he downed five Shahed-136 drones, saving civilian lives and earning the title of Hero of Ukraine. After being wounded, he returned to service and continues to fly, passing on his experience to young pilots and Ukraine’s partners.