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Join me as I speak with repeat guest and the founder of Vecna, Mass Robotics, Mekable, and Twisted Fields, Daniel Theobald, about startups, VCs, "Founder's Mode," and more. People interested in learning more about one of the finest robotics accelerators in the world should check out Mass Robotics. Those interested in robots for warehouse logistics should check out Vecna Robotics. For insights into a research farm with a soul, please check out Twisted Fields and Rotate 8. If you need help with your automation journey, please consider hiring Mekable. If you enjoyed this episode and want to see / hear more like it please subscribe to Collaborative With Spencer Krause today. You'll get notified every time a new episode releases and it's the best way to support the channel! Companies looking to outsource difficult field robotics engineering problems should consider SKA Robotics. They sponsor this podcast and solve some of the most difficult robotics engineering problems in the world.

Join me as I speak with repeat guest and the founder of Vecna, Mass Robotics, Mekable, and Twisted Fields, Daniel Theobald, about startups, VCs, "Founder's Mode," and more. People interested in learning more about one of the finest robotics accelerators in the world should check out Mass Robotics. Those interested in robots for warehouse logistics should check out Vecna Robotics. For insights into a research farm with a soul, please check out Twisted Fields and Rotate 8. If you need help with your automation journey, please consider hiring Mekable. If you enjoyed this episode and want to see / hear more like it please subscribe to Collaborative With Spencer Krause today. You'll get notified every time a new episode releases and it's the best way to support the channel! Companies looking to outsource difficult field robotics engineering problems should consider SKA Robotics. They sponsor this podcast and solve some of the most difficult robotics engineering problems in the world.

Over the last few years, VC Ben Horowitz has donated at least $7.6 million to fund police department purchases - including the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's new drones from a16z-backed Skydio. Skydio is not the first of a16z's portfolio companies to benefit from these donations, either.Today, on TechCrunch's Equity podcast, hosts Kirsten Korosec, Devin Coldewey and Margaux MacColl dug into the implications of Horowitz's approach and why others in the VC world should maybe hold off on praising the controversial move.Listen to the full episode to hear about:Elon Musk's new role in the Department of Government Efficiency. The crew wondered how much change Musk and co-lead Vivek Ramaswamy will actually be able to enact. And yes, DOGE jokes were made. Klarna's plans for a U.S. IPO. Unfortunately, it looks like we'll have to wait for 2025 before we get another IPO, but Margaux has a theory about what might be behind the slowdown.Vecna Robotics' $14.5 million raise and the CEO choice that caught Kirsten's attention. Starfish Space's latest round and impressive batch of contracts for its full-size Otter spacecraft.Who's joining the unsolicited bidding war over Cursor-maker Anysphere.Equity will be back next week, so stay tuned!Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Wednesday and Friday. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts. You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.

Join me as I speak with Danial Theobald about starting Vecna, Mass Robotics, and Twisted Fields. We also talk about growing up to become a roboticist and the reward in influencing the next generation of engineers.People interested in learning more about one of the finest robotics accelerators in the world should check out massrobotics.org.Those interested in robots for warehouse logistics should check out Vecna Robotics.For insights into a research farm with a soul, please check out Twisted Fields. If you need help with your automation journey, please consider hiring Mekable If you enjoyed this episode and want to see / hear more like it please subscribe to Collaborative With Spencer Krause today. You'll get notified every time a new episode releases and it's the best way to support the channel! Companies looking to outsource difficult field robotics engineering problems should consider SKA Robotics. They sponsor this podcast and solve some of the most difficult robotics engineering problems in the world.

Join me as I speak with Danial Theobald about starting Vecna, Mass Robotics, and Twisted Fields. We also talk about growing up to become a roboticist and the reward in influencing the next generation of engineers.People interested in learning more about one of the finest robotics accelerators in the world should check out massrobotics.org.Those interested in robots for warehouse logistics should check out Vecna Robotics.For insights into a research farm with a soul, please check out Twisted Fields. If you need help with your automation journey, please consider hiring Mekable If you enjoyed this episode and want to see / hear more like it please subscribe to Collaborative With Spencer Krause today. You'll get notified every time a new episode releases and it's the best way to support the channel! Companies looking to outsource difficult field robotics engineering problems should consider SKA Robotics. They sponsor this podcast and solve some of the most difficult robotics engineering problems in the world.

Daniel's been building robots for 20 years. He's sold 100s of AI robots-as-a-service to Walmart, FedEx, & DHL amongst others. Last month, he raised a $40M round.6 years ago, he realized  why robots weren't getting massively adopted. Builders like him were trying to build perfect robots that always worked. But every situation has edge cases. What if you designed robots to work only 80% of the time and use humans for the other 20%?That one unique insight changed everything and was the reason he started Vecna. His robots can tell when they need help and ask humans to assist in real-time. Like most capital-intensive startups, Daniel played on hard-mode. Here's how he built hardware, robotics and AI, sold enterprise contracts, and grew to $10s of millions in revenue.TakeawaysWhy as a founder you need to trust your gut and stick to your convictions.How to be objective and create an accurate model of the world to predict the future and make informed decisions.How to bootstrap even a capital intensive company in roboticsKeywordsVecna Robotics, robotics, warehouse industry, automated forklifts, reliability, safety, customer adoption(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:05) The Beginning of Early Robotics(00:06:00) Edge Cases in Robotics(00:08:15) Robots Shouldn't be Perfect and AI Isn't Intelligent(00:14:05) Technology Empowers Humans(00:18:19) When Robots Need Help(00:21:29) The First Pilot and Customers(00:29:49) Covid Slowed Everything(00:33:52) Finding Product Market Fit(00:34:45)One Piece of AdviceSend me a message to let me know what you think!

Michael Bearman is the chief customer and administrative officer and general counsel at Vecna Robotics. For the Waltham, Massachusetts-based company he manages customer deployments and helps ensure the successful adoption of autonomous mobile robots. Before Vecna, he served as the chief operating officer at Vecna Technologies and is a member of the ASTM Committee 45 on Robotics, Automation and Autonomous Systems Executive Subcommittee. He joined Smart Industry's managing editor, Scott Achelpohl, to talk “robot wranglers” and how Vecna's Pivotal Command Center and other products like it can remotely monitor the machines 24/7/365 and almost eliminate the need for humans to intervene in plants and warehouses, drawing people toward other, higher-value tasks and away from all that “wrangling.”

The best kinds of technology are often those created to make life better for everyone. This is what drives Daniel Theobald, harnessing the power of technology to revolutionize the world. He is a thought leader in the space of robotics, founding companies Vecna Robotics and MassRobotics. In this episode, Daniel sits down with Doctor Awesome to discuss the evolution of the field and what the future holds for us as it continues to grow. From humanoid robots to the recent surge in investor interest, Daniel shares his optimism about technology's potential to solve global issues. One key area he highlights is agriculture automation, where he talks about his passion project at Twisted Fields and its open-source farming robot, Acorn. Daniel then further dives deep into the challenges in agriculture, enhancing human abilities through technology, and the importance of optimizing processes. Whether it is in agriculture or self-driving cars, robotics has undeniably shaped the world's transformations. Let Daniel's insights show you its significant impact not just today but also in the future!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://thefuturistsociety.net/

In this engaging episode of the Player Engage Podcast, host Greg welcomes Veronica Rose, a seasoned customer support expert with an impressive background at companies like Bose, WB Games, and Vecna Robotics. Veronica shares insightful experiences from her journey in customer support, starting with her time at Bose. She discusses the unique challenges of supporting high-end audio products and the nuances of catering to a discerning customer base.Shifting gears to her role at WB Games, Veronica delves into managing support teams for beloved video games such as Lord of the Rings Online and Dungeons and Dragons Online. Her stories from this period highlight the intricate balance of maintaining player satisfaction and managing game-related support complexities.Veronica's career path then leads her to Vecna Robotics, a pioneering warehouse robotics company. Here, she confronts a whole new set of challenges in supporting robotic forklifts. She details the criticality of advocating for the user in such a high-tech environment and discusses her strategic decision to outsource support, partnering with Keywords Studios to assemble a team adept at handling the company's sophisticated support requirements.A key theme throughout the episode is the significance of proactive customer support and establishing strong connections with customers. Veronica recounts a particularly moving story about transforming a player's negative behavior into a positive gaming experience, illustrating the profound impact of empathetic and effective support.This episode is a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone in the realm of customer support, offering a deep dive into the dynamic nature of support across various industries and reinforcing the timeless principle of prioritizing the customer's needs. Veronica's wealth of experience and wisdom makes this a must-listen for professionals in the support sector and those aspiring to join this vital field.

Vecna Robotics, MassRobotics, Twisted Fields, and Mekable - an illustrious array of ventures founded by Daniel Theobald. Staying true to his passion, Daniel is driving the democratization of robotics, aiming for universal accessibility. His founding of MassRobotics marks a pivotal step in this direction. The MassRobotics Standard promotes interoperability among Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) from various manufacturers, fostering seamless information exchange, including location data. Another significant milestone is the establishment of Vecna Robotics. At its core, the Vecna System boasts AMRs featuring Pivotal™ autonomous navigation. This journey is a riveting success story, brimming with inspiration. More topics covered: - Daniel's 3Ms hypothesis of robotics & automation - The 99:1 rule of robot deployment - The significance of pre-competitive collaboration for the entire industry - Vecna Robotics' commitment to purpose-driven operations - The developmental trajectory of Mass Robotics in the next decade - Mass Robotics vs. VDA5050 Debate - Initiating successfulrobot projects and much more… Discover more in the podcast. Tune in now! About our guest: Daniel has decades of experience leading research scientists and teams of engineers in developing cutting-edge robotics technology. He has 67 issued patents and over 30 patents pending. In 2018 he founded Vecna Robotics, now a global leader in autonomous solutions for the logistics industry. In 2014 he co-founded MassRobotics, a non-profit dedicated to the global advancement of the robotics industry. He is dedicated to the idea that technology can be used to improve life for everyone on the planet. Connect with Victor and Daniel Theobald on Linkedin: Victor Splittgerber: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-splittgerber-93547290 Daniel Theobald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-theobald/ More information about WAKU Robotics, the expert for mobile robots in logistics and production, can be found at www.waku-robotics.com. Bezahlte Partnerschaft.

In today's episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, we have the privilege of welcoming Anthony Moschella, the Senior Vice President of Product Management at Vecna Robotics. Vecna Robotics is at the forefront of warehouse automation, specializing in vehicular robotics for warehouse, distribution, and manufacturing centers. What sets Vecna Robotics apart is its commitment to a human-centric approach in robotics, aiming not to replace humans but to collaborate with them, enabling advanced workflows and greater efficiency. In this conversation, we'll delve into the current state of warehouse automation, explore user experience in the industrial sector, and uncover Vecna Robotics' exciting partnership with Geodis. So, if you're eager to discover how cutting-edge robotics are shaping the future of warehousing while enhancing the human element, listen to the full episode.Visit Bar Code Depot for 15% off your first RF equipment repair with promo code "Repair15" Free floor tape and floor sign samples from Mighty Line! Get yours here.Follow us on LinkedIn here for more content.Support the show

In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Daniel Theobald, the visionary entrepreneur and founder of Vecna Robotics and Mekable, shared his remarkable journey from growing up in Silicon Valley to pioneering autonomous forklifts and revolutionizing the robotics industry.

Our guest on this week's episode is Craig Malloy, CEO of Vecna Robotics. With the current shortage of labor, many companies are rushing to fill the gaps in their distribution operations with automated systems. But, how do they get started and what are the barriers to achieving their goals? Our guest today has some insights.Mezzanines and work platforms are used in warehouses and distribution centers to primarily hold either equipment or people and serve as a way to maximize space in a facility.  While not much has changed with them in the past 10 or 20 years, they nevertheless remain a warehouse  staple. It turns out that as distribution operations become more automated, demand is on the rise for steel support structures like these that can be integrated with the latest material handling technologies.A new report highlights the growing shift to move many manufacturing operations from China and other Asian countries closer to home, particularly to Mexico. We share the details from the report and what types of logistics companies might benefit from manufacturing that is being nearshored.DC Velocity's sister publication CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly  offers a podcast series called Supply Chain in the Fast Lane.  It is co-produced with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals.  A new eight-part series on Transportation Tech launches this Tuesday. Go to your favorite podcast platform to subscribe.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:Vecna RoboticsMezzanines make the differenceNearshoring trend shifts trade lanes from China to Mexico.Global trade seeks safer shores in "friendshoring" trendVisit DCVelocity.com for the latest news Get episode transcripts.Visit Supply Chain QuarterlyListen to CSCMP and Supply Chain Quarterly's Supply Chain in the Fast Lane podcastListen to Supply Chain Quarterly's Top 10 Supply Chain Threats podcastSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@dcvelocity.comPodcast is sponsored by: PERC: The Propane Research CouncilOther linksAbout DC VELOCITYSubscribe to DC VELOCITYSign up for our FREE newslettersAdvertise with DC VELOCITYTop 10 Supply Chain Management Podcasts

Welcome to The Robot Industry Podcast, edition #84. Daniel  Theobald is my guest. He  is the Chief Innovation Officer and founder of Vecna Robotics, a flexible, intelligent material handling automation company.  Daniel has decades of experience leading research scientists and teams of engineers in developing cutting-edge technology. He has 67 issued patents and more than 30 patents pending.    Daniel  has been on the forefront of robotics for more than 20 years, working closely with DARPA, DOD, NASA, NIH, USDA and many others to advance the use of robots and AI software to improve supply chain automation. In addition to founding Vecna Robotics, Daniel  also co-founded MassRobotics, a non-profit dedicated to the global advancement of the robotics industry. Daniel is dedicated to the idea that technology can be used to empower people worldwide to live more fulfilling lives. Here are some of the questions that we talk about on the pod: Let's talk about what is going on in the industry from a high level at Vecna (trends, etc) Interoperability, how did we get here? How do we fix it? What are company motivations? Cultural motivations in the robotics industry. How does Mass Robotics fit into this? How do you actually do this – invent a standard? When you are not writing standards what do you like to do? How can people get a hold of you? To find out more about Vecna, Mass Robotics or you would like to reach out Daniel, here is his LinkedIn profile. We mentioned the incorrect email address for MassRobotics during the podcast, so the correct email is theo@massrobotics.org Enjoy the podcast. Thanks for subscribing, thanks for listening. Regards, Jim Jim Beretta Customer Attraction Industrial Marketing & The Robot Industry Podcast Thanks to our partners: A3 The Association for Advancing Automation and PaintedRobot. If you would like to get involved with The Robot Industry Podcast, would like to become a guest or nominate someone, you can find me, Jim Beretta on LinkedIn or send me an email to therobotindustry at gmail dot com, no spaces. Our sponsor for this episode is Ehrhardt Automation Systems. Ehrhardt builds and commissions robotic turnkey automated solutions for their worldwide clients. With over 80 years of precision manufacturing they understand the complex world of automated manufacturing, project management, supply chain and delivering world-class custom automation on-time and on-budget. Contact one of their sales engineers to see what Ehrhardt can build for you at info@ehrhardtautomation.com Keywords and terms for this podcast: Vecna Robotics, Robot Interoperability, Mass Robotics, Robert Theobald, Jim Beretta, #therobotindustrypodcast, "how to take your warehouse from no bot to

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Daniel Theobald of Vecna Robotics and MassRobotics at Modex 2022. They discuss Vecna's new automated offerings, the emergence of so many robotics companies and MassRobotics efforts for interoperability in the robotics space. 

Top startups news to follow this week: - Esusu becomes unicorn with SoftBank Vision Fund 2-led $130M funding. Esusu, a fintech that targets immigrant and minority groups and provides rent reporting and data solutions for credit building, said Thursday it has raised $130 million in a Series B fundraising round. - Intellect, the Singapore-based mental health startup focused primarily on Asia-Pacific markets, announced today it has raised a $10 million Series A. The company's services, including self-directed mental wellness programs in 15 languages and online therapy sessions, are available through two channels: as an employee benefit and through Intellect's consumer app. - Massachusetts-based Vecna Robotics is among those firms looking to bring autonomy to pallet moving and other forklift-centric warehouse activities. As Techcrunch reportedThe firm has already raised a decent chunk of change, including a $50 million Series B back in January 2020 — just before the pandemic did its number on the U.S. That round brought its funding north of $60 million, a figure it's more than doubled with a new Series C. - Entertainment platform, Fever, has just raised €200 million in a round led by Goldman Sachs Asset Management's growth investment fund. This round, which is regarded as the largest ever in the live entertainment tech category, brings Fever to unicorn status. - Dutch climate startup Sensorfact has just scored €13 million for its intelligent energy management and energy saving solution. Investment companies FORWARD.one, Korys and SET Ventures are all participating in the funding. -------------- More from the Startup Monday here Subscribe to Newsletter not miss out on the latest tech trends, startup news, weekly VC overview, tech jobs, and many more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hyetechminds/message

On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the Freedom Convoy protest over cross-border vaccine mandates. “Armchair Attorney” Matthew Leffler talks about 18-year-olds the law behind noncompetes.  Daniel Theobald, founder and CIO at Vecna Robotics, joins the show to discuss five key themes for logistics robotics in '22. Craig Leinauer, inland marine claim manager at Travelers, clears up misconceptions about liability and reefer freight. Plus, California's governor is committed to prosecuting UP smash-and-grab cargo criminals; FMCSA plans to cut carrier highway safety fees by 27%; a logistics analyst makes the cubicle a mountain retreat; DHL saves lions; and more. Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the Freedom Convoy protest over cross-border vaccine mandates. “Armchair Attorney” Matthew Leffler talks about 18-year-olds the law behind noncompetes.  Daniel Theobald, founder and CIO at Vecna Robotics, joins the show to discuss five key themes for logistics robotics in '22. Craig Leinauer, inland marine claim manager at Travelers, clears up misconceptions about liability and reefer freight. Plus, California's governor is committed to prosecuting UP smash-and-grab cargo criminals; FMCSA plans to cut carrier highway safety fees by 27%; a logistics analyst makes the cubicle a mountain retreat; DHL saves lions; and more. Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

We're back for Part 2 of our 2021 AMRs and Logistics Conference double feature. This time we've got 6 more interviews with leaders from across the robotics and logistics world. These conversations were recorded live at A3's recent show in Memphis, TN, where hundreds of leaders from across the industry converged for a long-awaited reunion full of keynotes, demos, and plenty of hallway conversations. Jake Hall “The Manufacturing Millennial” joins us again as we talk shop with our next round of guests, including: ·     Daniel Theobald, Founder and CIO of Vecna Robotics ·     Jason Walker, Co-Founder and CEO of Waypoint Robotics ·     Ben Waters, Co-Founder and CEO of WiBotic ·     Melonee Wise, CEO of Fetch Robotics ·     Michael Patrick Perry, VP of Marketing at Dexterity ·     Aaron Prather, Senior Technical Advisor at FedEx Once again, we owe a big thanks to A3 – https://www.automate.org/?utm_source=show+notes&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=manufacturing+happy+hour (The Association for Advancing Automation) – for bringing these amazing folks together. Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com (ManufacturingHappyHour.com) for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Matt Cherewka of Vecna Robotics about their new Mark 3 software upgrade, AMR demand, increase in speed for AMR's and interoperability standards.

The mass adoption of industrial robots has yet to take place. Automation has been supporting human efforts on manufacturing floors in warehouses for years. However, that shift is going to change by 2030 exponentially. The relationship between robots and humanity will get increasingly attractive as PwC estimates that 70% of global GDP growth by 2030 will come from what we could call the machine economy. Daniel Theobald is the CEO and Founder of Vecna Robotics. Daniel has decades of experience leading research scientists and teams of engineers in developing cutting-edge technology. He has 67 issued patents and more than 30 patents pending. Daniel has also been at the forefront of robotics for more than 20 years, working closely with DARPA, DOD, NASA, NIH, USDA, and others to advance the use of robots and AI software to improve warehouse automation.The journey will be incredibly complex for humanity and robotics, and it has sometimes been damaged by the way Hollywood portrays complex interactions in overly simple ways.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this podcast, Bruce Morey, Senior Technical Editor for Manufacturing Engineering Magazine discusses with Jeff Huerta, VP of Sales at Vecna Robotics about how to deal with difficulties with hiring and high staff turnover rates. These are two of the top problems manufacturing facilities are facing today. To effectively address these challenges, leading facilities are increasingly turning to self-driving equipment like Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) to extend the staff they already have and increase growth opportunity.

This is a first! It's the first time I've had the opportunity to interview both a founder and an investor in the same episode. I wasn't sure how it would go, but after conducting the interview, I think this might be an interesting format to consider moving forward. We obviously discussed all the details about Vecna Robotics, the autonomous mobile robot and workflow orchestration company, but it was really interesting to learn the story behind the investment. It was like a live version of those common “why we invested” blog posts the VC often write to detail their thought process behind their investment. As you'll hear, the background story of each person and how they got to where they are today really sets the stage for why I love doing this podcast. It would be hard to find other individuals who have more expertise in their respective fields and why this is a perfect match to hopefully build a massive company. In this episode of our podcast, we also cover: * What the future holds for mobile robots and autonomous vehicles. * The founding story of Vecna and why they spun out Vecna Robotics. * Use cases and why the market is ready for the solutions provided by Vecna Robotics, plus the company's growth plans ahead. * The details on Blackhorn Ventures and what Trevor is targeting for investments. * Common pitch mistakes entrepreneurs make while raising funding for robotics companies. * And so much more. If you like the show, please remember to subscribe and review us on iTunes, Soundcloud, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Play.

Jeff Huerta is the Vice President of Sales at Vecna Robotics, a Boston based software company that helps retail and distribution companies automate their facilities. Jeff brings more than 15 years of automation leadership experience to Vecna Robotics, with a strong track record of building world-class sales operations. Prior to joining Vecna Robotics, Jeff was Vice President of North America Sales at Balyo, where he led the go-to-market strategy for the company's self-guided trucks. Previously, Jeff held sales and marketing positions with SICK, where he managed and developed the OEM packaging sales team for the North American market. Vecna Robotics delivers Automated Material Handling, Hybrid Fulfillment, and Workflow Optimization solutions featuring self-driving vehicles operated by their learning Autonomy Stack. Their solutions deliver value for customers in the distribution, e-commerce, warehousing, and manufacturing sectors. Their unique orchestration engine technology, Pivot.al, allows diverse robot types and humans to work together seamlessly and to flexibly yield an adaptive business solution, capable of meeting the increasingly unpredictable market needs. Vecna's technology goes beyond traditional automation and focuses on maximizing human and robot capability to create fulfilling jobs, increase productivity, and encourage innovation. We talk about: Following The Pallet. The challenge of attracting and retaining forklift drivers New forklift drivers and the opposite of an UBER driver Ergonomics and safety The boring task of sitting on a forklift, 8 hours a day 24 month payback in Autonomous Mobile Robot Industry The importance of collecting and reporting data The future of forklift autonomous industry: sensors and software Vecna only builds their automation around new fork lifts, they partner with OEMs to build the robots. If you are operating a material handling and would like to get in touch with Matt, you can find him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-huerta-3463b030/ and if you would like to find out more about the company, https://www.linkedin.com/company/vecna-robotics/ and https://www.vecnarobotics.com/connect/ Thanks to our Jeff, and our partners, A3 The Association for Advancing Automation, PaintedRobot (dot com) and our sponsor, Ehrhardt Automation Systems. Enjoy the podcast! Jim Customer Attraction | The Robot Industry Podcast If you would like to get involved with The Robot Industry Podcast, would like to become a guest or nominate someone, you can find me, Jim Beretta on LinkedIn or send me an email to therobotindustry at gmail dot com, no spaces. Our sponsor for this episode is Ehrhardt Automation Systems. Ehrhardt Automation builds and commissions turnkey automated solutions for their worldwide clients. With over 80 years of precision manufacturing they understand the complex world of automated man

On today's episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking with MassRobotics and Vecna Robotics about the first open source autonomous mobile robot interoperability standards, which will enable AMRs from multiple vendors to integrate and work together seamlessly to support safe and efficient operations in global factories, warehouses, distribution and fulfillment centers.Velociti Inc. opens its new Velociti Innovation Lab to drive FreightTech development.Find out how Trux is building the foundation for SaaS-based construction logistics.Plus, double brokering schemes; Lordstown Motors stuck in reverse; the great pistachio heist; Prime Day starts today; and more.They're joined by special guests Tom Ryden, executive director of MassRobotics; Daniel Theobald, Founder/CIO of Vecna Robotics and co-founder of MassRobotics; Bart Ronan, CEO of TRUX; and Deryk Powell, president of Velociti.Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

On today's episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking with MassRobotics and Vecna Robotics about the first open source autonomous mobile robot interoperability standards, which will enable AMRs from multiple vendors to integrate and work together seamlessly to support safe and efficient operations in global factories, warehouses, distribution and fulfillment centers.Velociti Inc. opens its new Velociti Innovation Lab to drive FreightTech development.Find out how Trux is building the foundation for SaaS-based construction logistics.Plus, double brokering schemes; Lordstown Motors stuck in reverse; the great pistachio heist; Prime Day starts today; and more.They're joined by special guests Tom Ryden, executive director of MassRobotics; Daniel Theobald, Founder/CIO of Vecna Robotics and co-founder of MassRobotics; Bart Ronan, CEO of TRUX; and Deryk Powell, president of Velociti.Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

Join us as we speak with Vecna Robotics' Director of Business Development, Matthew Cherewka, about Vecna Robotics, aspiring to work with technology from an early age, speculations about the past, present, and future of robotics, and ethical business practices that simultaneously generate profit and good-will.

Join us as we speak with Vecna Robotics' Director of Business Development, Matthew Cherewka, about Vecna Robotics, aspiring to work with technology from an early age, speculations about the past, present, and future of robotics, and ethical business practices that simultaneously generate profit and good-will.

In this episode we sit down and learn about the Robot Operations Group with co-founders Florian Pestoni and Joe Wieciek. In the second half of the show we discuss one vendor's experience as part of the working committee for the recent R15.08 Safety Standard when we talk to Mike Bearman from Vecna Robotics.

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Matt Cherewka of Vecna Robotics at ProMatDX. They discuss what Vecna was showcasing at ProMatDX, the current state of automation and also what is in store for the future of automation and robotics.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=PT7mU4_SaQlWJLQbdhvpmmyAeCdusbdFECFdobnmlvKzdNoOv-vvvrIsb9ACG35f-xAmEG&country.x=AU&locale.x=AU)

In this episode host Kevin Lawton is joined by Jeff Huerta who is the Senior Vice President of Sales for Vecna Robotics. They discuss how Vecna has done through the pandemic and Vecna's new counter balanced fork truck, the Silverback.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=PT7mU4_SaQlWJLQbdhvpmmyAeCdusbdFECFdobnmlvKzdNoOv-vvvrIsb9ACG35f-xAmEG&country.x=AU&locale.x=AU)

Daniel Theobald, founder & CEO of Vecna Robotics and a founder of MassRobotics, joins us to talk about his passion for agriculture and the state of autonomous mobile robots. We also recap robotics investments and acquisitions from August 2020 and check in with Brady Watkins, Senior VP & GM at SoftBank Robotics America.

In this episode host Kevin Lawton is joined by Daniel Theobald the CEO and Founder of Vecna Robotics to discuss how robots are helping companies get through the COVID-19 pandemic.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=PT7mU4_SaQlWJLQbdhvpmmyAeCdusbdFECFdobnmlvKzdNoOv-vvvrIsb9ACG35f-xAmEG&country.x=AU&locale.x=AU)

In this episode, host Kevin Lawton is joined by CEO and Founder of Vecna Robotics, Daniel Theobald. They discuss Vecna Robotic's origins, the importance of flexibility, Pivotal orchestration engine and also Daniel's role at MassRobotics.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=PT7mU4_SaQlWJLQbdhvpmmyAeCdusbdFECFdobnmlvKzdNoOv-vvvrIsb9ACG35f-xAmEG&country.x=AU&locale.x=AU)

Vecna Robotics is hiring for one of its most important positions, and Director of HR Diandra Oliveira said the fictional character who best would fit the profile is someone like Hermione Granger thanks not only to her smarts, but also her strong moral code. “She's a friend and team player, an overachiever who does excel academically. I'd say some of those traits do embody our team,” Oliveira said. “But something else that embodies Hermione is that she's a very moral and upright person. She may be brilliant, but she's also good. Being good and just and having good judgement is another area of our company that's important.” That extends to Vecna's culture, as well. While many companies speak about their environment without putting in the work to build the culture, Vecna looks to actually do what it says it will with an impressive benefits package. “They are top-notch,” said Oliveira, who said Vecna's benefits are one of her favorite things to pitch candidates on. “We pay for 100% of medical and dental premiums for all levels of enrollment, whether someone's enrolling as an individual all the way through a family plan with no deductions whatsoever.” Offering all that, the company hopes they can find a wizard who skillfully can conjure wise business strategies for one of the most important products Vecna, which specializes in warehouse automation, produces. Other responsibilities beyond division strategy include product execution and delivery, budgeting and finance, and leadership and development.

Adaptability is one of the most important skills you can have in today's business world. No one was expecting a pandemic to shut business down and create new challenges, but those who have been able to change on the fly have weathered the storm well. Not only is Vecna Robotics flexible, said David Clear, the company's Chief Revenue Officer, it's flexible in a pair of key ways. “We use the word flexibility quite a bit, and it can mean two broad things. Flexibility of the technology means being capable of completing a number of different tasks using the same robot,” he said. “With our technology, we have a considerably higher degree of flexibility in terms of the range of tasks we can perform at a single site.” Vecna's innovative autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, are reshaping how work is done by adapting to their environment and changes in instructions, obstacles and more in real time. And this automation may be more attainable for operations than most realize, providing ways to be agile and future-proof. “The other side is the ability to adjust to changes in demand. That can be growth of a company – if your business continues to grow, you can flex with that. You don't have a maximum capacity by virtue of having invested in a particular type of automation. The other one is some of those seasonal peaks and demands.” With a remote deployment and evaluation process for industrial automation projects, Vecna makes sure work can continue even at a time like this, when the coronavirus pandemic has made business travel all but impossible and letting crews into your facility means increased safety hazards. They also can go from start to finish in just four weeks, making sure you can change with the times - or as demand increases or declines.

Recorded on 04-09-20 The COVID-19 lockdown is stressing e-Commerce related logistics networks as brick and mortar retail has ground to a halt. We spoke with leadership from Vecna Robotics and Locus Robotics – two innovative providers of increasingly critical autonomous and collaborative logistics and warehouse robotic technologies. Topics discussed include: -How customers (and potential customers) are re-thinking their workflows in light of COVID-19 related implications and how robotic go to market strategies and pitches have adjusted to highlight their increasing relevance? -Understanding the potential for increases in per-capita productivity that is possible through deployment and the timelines and costs involved. -Changes in target reception to being an early adopter of technology as labor shortages in logistics persist and extreme circumstances demand high throughput with human restrictions. Moderator: Joseph Giordano, CFA Industrials, Automation & Robotics Analyst, Cowen Guest Speakers: -Daniel Theobald, Founder & CEO, Vecna Robotics, also Co-founder & President, MassRobotics -David Clear, Chief Revenue Officer, Vecna Robotics -Karen Leavitt, Chief Marketing Officer, Locus Robotics For Disclosures, click here bit.ly/3cPHkNW

In this episode, host Kevin Lawton is live from Vecna Robotics's headquarters discussing the robotics industry and all things Vecna with David Clear and Josh Ornstein.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=PT7mU4_SaQlWJLQbdhvpmmyAeCdusbdFECFdobnmlvKzdNoOv-vvvrIsb9ACG35f-xAmEG&country.x=AU&locale.x=AU)

In this episode, host Kevin Lawton shares part five of his interviews from the floor at ProMat 2019. Including interviews with Berkshire Grey, Locix, GreyOrange, Pineberry Manufacturing, VARGO, Vecna Robotics, and ROEQ.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=PT7mU4_SaQlWJLQbdhvpmmyAeCdusbdFECFdobnmlvKzdNoOv-vvvrIsb9ACG35f-xAmEG&country.x=AU&locale.x=AU)

Daniel Theobald, co-founder of Mass Robotics and Chief Innovation Officer for Vecna Robotics in Cambridge, MA, discusses how robots will affect our daily lives over the coming years.