Parker Conroy is the Head of Product Management at Apptronik, makers of the AI-powered humanoid robot Apollo. He has worked in robotics for more than a decade, guiding product management teams to design and deploy thousands of autonomous mobile robots, robotic arms, drones, and now, humanoid robots.
More broadly, his focus is on how new autonomous technologies can be developed in a way that benefits both the developers and a workforce increasingly augmented by robots.
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.
