Xavier Hayes

Background

About Xavier Hayes

Founder & CEO | Xavier Hayes Aerial Imaging (XHAI) June 2025 – Present | North Dinwiddie, VA • Lead all operations for a drone media and aerial imaging company specializing in real estate marketing, construction progress reporting, and mapping solutions. • Provide monthly aerial photo/video deliverables for major commercial projects, including Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia (Cordish Companies). • Designed and delivered visual asset portfolios for real estate professionals, municipalities, and developers, helping clients improve marketing reach and project documentation. • Built business brand identity, client acquisition strategy, and service agreements, establishing XHAI as a certified SWaM (Small, Women- and Minority-owned) vendor in Virginia. Founder | eXtensive Ag 2025 – Present | Virginia & North Carolina Region • Building a drone agriculture startup projected to serve 450–500 acres/month, with a first-year revenue goal of $100K+. • Fleet includes DJI Agras T50 sprayer drones and Mavic 4E imaging drones, enabling precision spraying, mapping, and NDVI analysis. • Developing partnerships with Virginia State University, NC State, Virginia Tech, and Richard Bland College to align agricultural technology with education and workforce pipelines. • Vision: “From the Soil to the Sky” — using drones to modernize agriculture while creating training opportunities for underrepresented youth and farmers. Senior Quality Assurance Coordinator | Capital One 2011 – 2016 | Richmond, VA • Led quality assurance processes for a Fortune 500 financial institution, ensuring compliance and accuracy in customer-facing operations. • Implemented process improvements that reduced reporting errors and improved overall department efficiency. • Trained and coached associates on quality standards, building a culture of accuracy and accountability across teams. Drone Pilot & Real Estate Media Specialist (Independent Consultant) 2013 – Present | Central Virginia • Over 10 years of experience providing aerial photography, videography, and 3D mapping for residential and commercial real estate. • Partnered with local realtors, developers, and businesses to create high-quality media content that increased property visibility and sales. • Specialized in interior/exterior imaging, editing, and digital delivery using tools like Photoshop, Pixieset, and cloud platforms.