The Future of Ag Robotics: How Robotics and AI are Reshaping Farming

On February 27, come join the Northwest Robotics Alliance and founders from four local and leading agriculture robotics companies, Aigen, Carbon Robotics, TerraClear, and TRIC Robotics for an exciting panel discussion on how robotics and AI are reshaping the future of farming.
You won't want to miss this panel as we dive deep into founder stories, solution development journeys, customer acquisition, AI and other rapidly advancing technologies, and more!
Panel discussion will be followed by networking, beverages, and food sponsored by TacoTime.

• Hosted at Fresh Consulting's Bellevue Headquarters
• Free, with RSVP required for entry
• Free on-site parking

This event continues the Northwest Robotics Alliance's mission to leverage the Northwest’s unique people, companies, organizations, geography, and resources to accelerate robotics advancement. To learn more or join, visit https://www.northwestroboticsalliance.com/

, Co-founder & CEO of Aigen Robotics

Redmond-based Aigen Robotics is accelerating the transition to regenerative agriculture by launching the world’s first AI-driven, network-connected robotic fleet, powered entirely by the elements. Aigen is building a future with no harmful chemicals in our food. Backed by NEA, GFC, AgFunder, Regen.vc, and Bessemer Ventures.

Kenny Lee is a mentor, advisor, and board member of early-stage startups and non-profit organizations that share his vision and values. He has co-authored a publication on IT governance for financial institutions, and has co-founded two previous ventures. He holds a MBA from MIT with a focus on sustainability and data analytics.

Paul Mikesell, Founder & CEO of Carbon Robotics

Carbon Robotics, the leader in AI-powered farming, empowers farmers to cut costs, increase production and boost profits with precision agriculture products. Its LaserWeeder product line combines computer vision, AI deep learning technology, robotics and lasers to identify and eliminate weeds with millimeter accuracy. LaserWeeders are in operation by leading growers across the U.S., Canada, Europe and Australia.

Paul Mikesell is the founder and CEO of Carbon Robotics. Paul has deep experience founding and building successful technology startups. Paul co-founded Isilon Systems, a distributed storage company, in 2001. Isilon went public in 2006 and was acquired by EMC for $2.5 billion in 2010. Paul holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from the University of Washington. He was named the 2024 Foster School Of Business UW Entrepreneur of the Year and previously was recognized with the 2023 UW Alumni Impact Award.

Vivek Nayak, Co-founder & VP of Strategy/Ops at TerraClear

Headquartered in Issaquah, TerraClear imagines, designs, and builds solutions that control costs, automate crop production, and free farmers to focus on the high value aspects of farm production and management.

Vivek is co-founder and VP Engineering at TerraClear, where he leads the team developing the rock picker. Prior to this, he co-founded and ran operations at Tuusso Energy, a utility-scale solar power developer, where the team successfully developed 145MW of grid-connected solar power plants over the United States. Vivek has an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, an MS in ME from the Missouri University of Science and Technology, and a B.Tech in ME from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay.

Adam Stager, Founder & CEO of TRIC Robotics

TRIC Robotics is committed to revolutionizing agriculture through automation, driving efficiency and sustainability on the farm. Their innovative solution harnesses the power of ultraviolet light for strawberry farmers, offering a highly effective, chemical-free alternative for pest control. With their technology, farmers can achieve more with less, while preserving the environment for future generations.

Founder & CEO Agam Stager has over a decade of experience building and deploying autonomous systems. Adam holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Delaware, where he developed robotics platforms for search and rescue, autonomous driving, and agriculture. Adam has authored patents and won federal grants.

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