Iryna Terekh, the 34-year-old CEO of Fire Point, a leading Ukrainian drone manufacturer, has become a pivotal figure in Ukraine’s defense industry since Russia’s invasion in 2022. Originally trained as an architect, Terekh shifted her focus from designing outdoor spaces to producing drones after witnessing the destruction of her hometown, Irpin, by Russian forces. Teaming up with businessman Denys Shtilerman and film producer Yehor Skalyha, Terekh co-founded Fire Point to develop long-range attack drones. Initially producing 20 drones per month, the company has significantly contributed to Ukraine’s military efforts by targeting Russian airfields and supply depots. Terekh’s transition from civilian life to defense manufacturing highlights the broader transformation within Ukraine as individuals adapt their skills to support the war effort.
QUESTION: How might the skills and experiences of individuals in non-military fields be utilized in times of national crisis?
Ukrainian woman designing a ballistic missile to put Moscow in reach
