Matthew Satterley, Former Global Policy Head of Wing, Joins Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group
WASHINGTON (January 12, 2026) – Holland & Knight is expanding its credentials in the areas of transportation, aviation and technology policy with the addition of Matthew Satterley, the former head of global policy for Wing, a leading international drone delivery company.
As a senior policy advisor in the Firm's Public Policy & Regulation Group, Mr. Satterley will focus on advising clients about federal and international policy in the aviation and aerospace industry, particularly related to drones and other unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), as well as emerging transportation technologies.
Mr. Satterley is highly experienced in managing U.S. federal policy efforts to design and execute congressional and executive advocacy strategies. He supported the creation of the first unmanned aircraft system traffic management (UTM) implementation in the U.S. across years of key government and industry programs, including the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC), UAS Integration Pilot Program and UTM Pilot Program.
As the head of global policy for Wing, Mr. Satterley oversaw federal and global policy initiatives, directed U.S. federal advocacy and helped define new air traffic management paradigms for drone operations in the U.S. and Europe. Additionally, he previously served as head of federal policy and government affairs for an air traffic management startup company.
Prior to working in the private sector, Mr. Satterley served as deputy chief of staff and legislative director for U.S. Rep. Frank A. LoBiondo (R-N.J.) on Capitol Hill, where he interpreted and drafted legislative proposals in support of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation's Subcommittee on Aviation. He also assisted in the offices of Reps. Ann Marie Buerkle (R-N.Y.), Connie Mack (R-Fla.) and John McHugh (R-N.Y.).
"Matt has an incredible record of success spanning his career in both the private and public sector," said Paul Stimers, co-leader of Holland & Knight's Federal Government Affairs Practice. "Whether it's working with Congress, advising a startup or leading an international organization, Matt brings comprehensive government affairs experience and an industry insider perspective that is extremely helpful to our clients.
"Technology is changing how we travel, move goods and automate our transportation sector. I could not be more happy to have Matt join our transportation team to ensure our clients remain on the cutting edge of transportation policy and regulatory issues," said Aviation and Technology Policy Partner Joel Roberson. "There are few who understand the opportunities and hurdles the industry faces better than Matt. His counsel will be essential for clients looking to influence the future of transportation technology policy in this rapidly advancing industry."
Mr. Satterley is Holland & Knight's second recent hire with substantial drone and advanced air mobility experience. In June 2025, former FAA and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) lawyer Katie Inman joined the Firm.
"Holland & Knight is engaged with numerous clients that are leading the way in the areas of aviation and emerging transportation technology," said Mr. Satterley. "I've seen firsthand how Holland & Knight lawyers and policy professionals effectively partner with innovative companies and help pave the way, through advocacy, for them to be successful. I'm excited to join their leading transportation policy team and look forward to helping a wide variety of clients achieve their goals in Washington."
Mr. Satterley earned a B.S. degree from St. Lawrence University and participated in the Washington Semester Program of American University.