As we continue our countdown of the Top 100 in Aviation & Aerospace 2023, we are excited to feature Danilo Miranda, who has earned the ninth position on our esteemed list. Miranda, an influential figure in the Brazilian aerospace sector, has made significant strides in promoting high-tech aerospace in Brazil, home to Embraer and other remarkable institutions and projects.

Miranda's passion for space, technology, and the cosmos is evident in his role as an aerospace technology disseminator. With a following of 21,000 on LinkedIn, he is committed to influencing especially the youth to pursue careers in technology. His dedication to his mission is further highlighted by his role as the project manager of VCUB1, one of the most ambitious new space endeavors in Brazil.

Miranda's LinkedIn posts offer his followers an in-depth view of Brazilian aerospace, aeronautics, and defense capabilities and achievements. He delivers a message of hope, advocating for the creation of a better country and ultimately a better world through wealth generation via technology. This message is particularly resonant in a nation where the majority of exports are commodities.

Miranda's LinkedIn activity also includes highlighting the work of other professionals in the field, such as Tien Nguyen, who showcases NASA's most impressive projects in a friendly manner, and Kartik Kumar, who provides relevant and updated information about New Space suppliers and emerging startups.

One of Miranda's most successful posts reached half a million people on LinkedIn, garnering 6,000 likes and numerous comments. The post narrates his personal story of a humble boy who dreamed of a future, received a PC as a prize on a prestigious TV show in Brazil during Christmas, and used it to study math and science. This early exposure to technology paved the way for his acceptance into Brazil's most prestigious engineering school.

Miranda's journey is a testament to the power of dreams, determination, and the transformative potential of technology. As we continue our countdown of the Top 100 in Aviation & Aerospace 2023, leaders like Miranda inspire us with their commitment to innovation, education, and the betterment of society through technology.

Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the individuals shaping the future of the aviation and aerospace industry.