JOSEPH F. ENGELBERGER AWARDS DINNER AND CEREMONY
Wednesday May 14, 2025 | 5:15 – 8:30 PM
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A CELEBRATION OF EXCELLENCE IN AUTOMATION
Join us for the automation industry's most prestigious event of the year. Enjoy a gala cocktail reception with the most influential figures in automation followed by an elegant dinner experience and the highlight of the night — the awards ceremony honoring outstanding contributions to the field of automation and robotics. Reserve your ticket(s) during registration or update an existing registration.
Individual ticket: $150 Table of 10: $1,500
THE 2025 ENGELBERGER ROBOTICS AWARD WINNERS
Stuart “Stu” C. Shepherd has been selected as the 2025 winner in the Leadership category for his visionary work over more than 46 years advancing robotic automation across the Americas. A past chair of both the RIA and Association for Advancing Automation (A3), and a key figure in companies like FANUC, KUKA, and Universal Robots, Shepard’s influence spans decades of innovation, growth, and advocacy for the industry.
Dr. Peter Corke, distinguished professor emeritus at Queensland University of Technology, is the 2025 recipient in the Education category. Known globally for his “Robotics Toolbox” software, bestselling textbook Robotics, Vision, and Control, and the Robot Academy video series, Peter has empowered generations of engineers with accessible robotics education and groundbreaking research.
Be Part of Industrial Automation History
Named after the founding force of robotics, the Joseph F. Engelberger Awards recognize the individuals whose vision, creativity, and hard work have propelled automation technology to new heights. Meet some of the extraordinary pioneers and winners of previous years.