Michael Patrick Perry is Head of Commercial Strategy at Persona AI, where he is building the commercial engine for deploying humanoid robots in heavy industrial environments: including shipbuilding, steel manufacturing, and offshore operations. He leads structured engagement models that help the world's largest industrial companies assess, plan for, and adopt humanoid automation at scale.
Previously, Michael led commercial strategy, business development, and marketing at robotics and automation leaders including Dexterity, Boston Dynamics, and DJI, transforming cutting-edge R&D into enterprise-ready solutions adopted by Fortune 500 customers around the globe. With deep experience in customer discovery, go-to-market design, and ecosystem growth, he builds high-performing teams that turn breakthrough technology into lasting commercial impact.
Humanoid robots have captured the world's attention, attracting billions in investment and generating excitement about the future. But beyond the viral videos and ambitious promises, where does the technology really stand?
This keynote brings together industry leaders to examine the current state of humanoids through the lens of real-world deployment. The discussion will explore the capabilities humanoids are delivering today, the technical and operational challenges that remain, and the lessons emerging from early industrial implementations. Panelists will also address key topics including safety, standards, economics, and the milestones that must be reached before humanoids can achieve widespread adoption across manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics.
Attendees will leave with a clear, practical understanding of where humanoids create value today and what it will take for the technology to scale.
