Robotics 24/7, the web’s foremost destination for the latest news on robotic technology and automation systems in manufacturing, logistics, and industrial applications, in partnership with Peerless Media, has officially unveiled the speaker roster and session agenda for the highly anticipated 2025 Robotics Application Conference (RAC ’25).
This virtual, one-day event is scheduled for September 17, starting at noon EDT. It will feature insightful discussions from industry leaders on the applications, deployments, and trends shaping the landscape of robotics and automation across various sectors.
2025 Robotics Application Conference Overview
RAC ’25 marks the fourth edition of the virtual summit organized by Robotics 24/7 and Peerless Media. The event promises to deliver a dynamic platform where experts share valuable insights regarding the operational impact of robotics in real-life applications. Attendees can expect a rich array of discussions designed to enhance their understanding of how these innovations drive productivity and efficiency.
Featured Keynote Presentation
One of the initial highlights of RAC ’25 is a keynote presentation focused on materials handling. Titled “From robotic uptime to fulfillment outcomes: Warehouse orchestration at scale,” this session will delve into the intricate relationships between hardware, software, and human agents. Participants can look forward to actionable insights aimed at maximizing return on investment in robotic applications.
The Keynote will feature:
- Akash Gupta, co-founder & CEO of GreyOrange
- Jason Minghini, Senior VP of Supply Chain Solutions at Kenco
This engaging session begins at noon EST on September 17. Those interested canregister here.
Agenda of the RAC ’25 Virtual Conference
Editorial Director Tim Culverhouse from Robotics 24/7 will be the moderator for the keynote presentation along with all the subsequent sessions throughout the virtual conference. Following the keynote, audiences can engage in a variety of sessions organized by different topics and robotic technologies.
Registration Information
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Click on the session numbers below to learn more and register for each session.
- Session 1: 1 p.m. EDT – Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Computer Vision: “The AI Revolution: How artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision drive robotics innovation” featuring Tom Bonkenburg, Director of European Operations at St. Onge, and Ryan Chesterfield, Founder of Auto-FC.
- Session 2: 1:30 p.m. EDT – Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems: “Streamlined order fulfillment: How ASRS and mobile robots move materials into and out of the warehouse” featuring Tom Ryden, Executive Director of MassRobotics, and Alex Shikany, Executive Vice President of the Association for Advancing Automation (A3).
- Session 3: 2 p.m. EDT – Facility and Inventory Management/Monitoring: “Keeping tabs: The symphonic relationship between hardware and software in facility and inventory monitoring and management” featuring Dwight Klappich, former Gartner Analyst and Strategic Advisor at Roboteon, Suchi Pandey, MBA, PMP, Technical Program Manager, and Aaron Prather, Director of Robotics & Autonomous Systems Program at ASTM International.
- Session 4: 2:30 p.m. EDT – Goods to Person: “Goods to person: Where we were, where we are, and where we’re going” featuring John Santagate, Senior Vice President of Robotics at Infios.
This session is sponsored by Infios. - Session 5: 3 p.m. EDT – Industrial Manufacturing: “On the assembly line: The state of robotics in industrial manufacturing” featuring Dr. Abdalla Nassar from FSU InSPIRE, Samantha Mou, Senior Analyst at Interact Analysis, and Jeff Burnstein, President of A3.
- Session 6: 3:30 p.m. EDT – Automated Pallet Operations: “Built to flex: Automation for the new fulfillment normal” featuring Shaun Edwards, Co-founder & CTO at Plus One Robotics and Alex Lee, Automation & Robotics Strategy Consultant.
This session is sponsored by Plus One Robotics.
All sessions will be available for on-demand viewing following the event, making it easier for attendees to catch critical discussions they might have missed during the live event.
“I am very excited to take part in RAC 25,” Culverhouse expressed. “The event is going to be a day filled with important conversations that touch on a lot of areas throughout the robotics industry. We’ve worked diligently to assemble an all-star speaker lineup from some of the biggest associations, academic institutions, research groups, and vendors in the world. We’re going to have in-depth conversations about ongoing trends and automation innovations that viewers can use in their day-to-day lives. I’m thankful for our sponsors and speakers, and cannot wait to get underway.”
RAC ’25 is backed by prominent sponsors:
- Platinum Sponsor: GreyOrange
- Gold Sponsors: Infios and Plus One Robotics