In recent years, on-site construction robotics has emerged as a game-changing technology in the construction industry, promising increased efficiency, safety, and cost savings. This panel discussion will bring together experts, and founders from the fields of robotics, construction, and engineering to discuss the current state and future prospects of on-site construction robotics.The panelists will share their insights on the latest advancements in cutting-edge construction robotics that are transforming the way buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained. They will discuss real-world examples of successful implementation of on-site construction robotics in various construction projects, highlighting the benefits and challenges associated with the use of these technologies.The panelists will also explore the potential impact of on-site construction robotics on the construction workforce, safety regulations, and sustainability practices. They will discuss the opportunities and limitations of incorporating robotics into construction processes and address the concerns related to job displacement, safety standards, and environmental implications.This panel discussion is a must-attend for professionals involved in construction, robotics, engineering, and anyone interested in the future of construction technology. Join us to gain valuable insights into the current state and future trends of on-site construction robotics and learn how this transformative technology is shaping the future of the construction industry.
Hannu Lindberg is a former Walt Disney Imagineer, and current Global Director of Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) at DPR Construction. Hannu’s primary responsibilities are overseeing the implementation of VDC best practices, field technology and construction technologies across DPR’s family of companies.
In recent years, on-site construction robotics has emerged as a game-changing technology in the construction industry, promising increased efficiency, safety, and cost savings. This panel discussion will bring together experts, and founders from the fields of robotics, construction, and engineering to discuss the current state and future prospects of on-site construction robotics.The panelists will share their insights on the latest advancements in cutting-edge construction robotics that are transforming the way buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained. They will discuss real-world examples of successful implementation of on-site construction robotics in various construction projects, highlighting the benefits and challenges associated with the use of these technologies.The panelists will also explore the potential impact of on-site construction robotics on the construction workforce, safety regulations, and sustainability practices. They will discuss the opportunities and limitations of incorporating robotics into construction processes and address the concerns related to job displacement, safety standards, and environmental implications.This panel discussion is a must-attend for professionals involved in construction, robotics, engineering, and anyone interested in the future of construction technology. Join us to gain valuable insights into the current state and future trends of on-site construction robotics and learn how this transformative technology is shaping the future of the construction industry.
Derrick is a professional engineer turned management consultant and entrepreneur. He has 18 years of experience in engineering, construction and B2B services and is the founder and CEO of Rugged Robotics, a venture-backed startup developing intelligent automation for commercial construction. Rugged's first product tackles the challenge of field layout, and replaces slow, error-prone, manual layout, with an autonomous rover that marks fully coordinated designs directly onto unfinished concrete floors.
Before Rugged, Derrick spent four years at Samsung Group headquarters in Seoul, S. Korea, where he served as an internal strategy consultant, leading multinational teams tackling some of the Samsung’s largest challenges. He started his career in construction, as a fire protection engineer and building code consultant, specializing in large-scale commercial and institutional development. He holds an MBA from MIT and a BS/MS from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Danielle A. Proctor joined the Advanced Construction Robotics, Inc. (ACR) team in 2020 as Director of Business Development and was named Chief Executive Officer in 2021, bringing over 25 years of technology, construction, new product development, and operational leadership experience. Danielle directs business strategy and operations, making ACR’s robots a commercial reality in the field.
Danielle got her start at the beginning of the software boom, working in product management and business development for business intelligence and analytical software firms, including Management Science Associates and FreeMarkets (later acquired by Ariba). Her entrepreneurial spirit quickly took over and, at the age of 28, she founded Amelie Construction & Supply, a certified Woman/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (W/DBE) construction firm providing structural rehabilitation, erection, and foundation services where she served as President & CEO until selling her ownership in 2015. Danielle continued to pursue her passion of being involved with start-ups by forming several smaller ventures as well as providing consulting and private funding to companies during their critical formation stages until finding the perfect fit of launching new products into the construction industry with ACR.
Danielle obtained a B.S. in Industrial Management from Carnegie Mellon University.
12 years in the Construction industry where I drove Hilti’s digital/ VDC strategy with Hilti North America’s largest customers. I have worked for the last 4 years partnering with VDC departments in better enabling workflows to meet the needs of the industry and field teams alike. Focused on Robotics and Hilti’s growing BIM Services to enable productivity gains and implement change management.
