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Robotics & Embodied AI keynote speakers

Robotics and embodied AI keynote speakers bring the physical side of artificial intelligence to the stage: machines with faces, bodies and hands, and the people who build them. Their sessions suit technology conferences, healthcare and care events, and any audience curious about how people will live and work alongside robots. David Hanson, founder of Hanson Robotics, has created more than 50 original robots. Matt McMullen has built lifelike human figures since founding Abyss Creations in 1997 and gave them conversational AI in the Harmony companion robot. Gustav Hoegen is an animatronics designer and founder of Biomimic Studio, and Niamh Donnelly co-founded Akara Robotics to bring autonomous technology into hospitals. For a robot on stage, see our humanoid robot speakers, including Sophia. Compare the speakers below, then check availability for your date.

Niamh Donnelly

Co-Founder and CTO, Akara Robotics

Co-Founder and CTO, Akara Robotics

AI in HealthcareAI Strategy & LeadershipRobotics & Embodied AI

Fee: On request

Gustav Hoegen

Gustav Hoegen is an animatronics designer and creature FX artist, and the founder of Biomimic Studio. After starting out at London special effects house Artem in 1998, he spent twelve years freelancing on films including Terry Gilliam’s Brothers Grimm, Tim Burton’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Ridley Scott’s Prometheus, before Lucasfilm approached him to run the Creature FX department on the new Star Wars films, where he supervised the animatronic department under Neal Scanlan. He has worked with Hanson Robotics, Universal Pictures, Lucasfilm and DNA Films.

AI & Creativity / InnovationRobotics & Embodied AI

Fee: On request

Matt McMullen

Founder of Abyss Creations; creator of the Harmony AI companion robot

Chief Creative Officer of Realbotix and founder of Abyss Creations, Matt McMullen is a visionary artist revolutionizing human-robot interaction. With two decades creating the world’s most realistic humanoid robots and mannequins, including the Harmony AI robot, Matt combines Hollywood special effects artistry with cutting-edge AI technology. His creations feature lifelike expressions, programmable personalities, and sophisticated AI capable of conversation and companionship. Featured in over 20 television shows and 10 films including Lars and the Real Girl, Matt’s work pushes boundaries of robotics, AI ethics, and the future of human-robot relationships. As a keynote speaker, he explores artificial intelligence, robotics, intimacy, and the ethical implications of companion AI.

Robotics & Embodied AI

Fee: On request

David Hanson

PhD roboticist and AI pioneer

PhD roboticist and AI pioneer

Robotics & Embodied AI

Fee: from $30,000

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