TEAM
We have assembled a world-class, multidisciplinary team of
experts in robotics, artificial intelligence, engineering,
and business.
Our strength comes not only from the talent we have brought together, but also from a unique heritage: more than two decades of pioneering research in humanoid robotics and Physical AI at the Italian Institute of Technology.
Our strength comes not only from the talent we have brought together, but also from a unique heritage: more than two decades of pioneering research in humanoid robotics and Physical AI at the Italian Institute of Technology.
- ~80 talented professionals blending technological and business expertise
- 600+ years of combined experience in robotics and ai (PHYSICAL ai)
- 350+ peer-reviewed publications in robotics and related fields
- 2+ patents in humanoid robotics technologies
- 50+ humanoid robot prototypes developed to date
- 75+ years of combined startup and business leadership experience, with $1b+ in capital raised by our executives
A leading researcher in humanoid robotics and AI, named among MIT’s Innovators Under 35. With more than a decade of work in artificial and mechanical intelligence, he drives the company’s technological vision
Daniele Pucci
CEO & Co-Founder
Davide Rota
Executive Chairman & Co-Founder
An experienced entrepreneur with over 30 years in business. He has raised more than 685 million dollars and previously led a company beyond $230 million in annual revenue. He guides the company’s governance
Andrea Pagnin
Chief Business Development & Co-Founder
A specialist in technology transfer and innovation strategy with over 20 years of experience. Former Head of Innovation at IIT and board member of more than ten innovation hubs and labs, he leads business strategy and development
Alessio Del Bue
Chief AI Officer & Co-Founder
An internationally recognised expert in AI and computer vision with more than 20 years of research. Author +200 scientific papers, he oversees the development of our advanced AI and data driven systems
Marco Maggiali
Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder
A veteran engineer with more than two decades in mechatronics and robotics. He has managed major robotics programs, including joint labs exceeding €10 million, and ensures our innovations become reliable, scalable technologies