Benoît Gerber, Ecosystem Program Manager, ABB Robotics

Benoît Gerber holds a Master of Science in Microtechnologies from EPFL and has been with ABB Robotics since 2009. He began his career in technical sales support in Switzerland and spent a year in Canada in 2013 as a Product Specialist. Over the years, Benoît has held several roles at ABB Robotics, contributing to the launch of new products and serving as a key link between global R&D and local markets.

Currently based in Munich, Germany, Benoît serves as Robotics Ecosystem Program Manager, where he drives strategic partnerships and innovation initiatives across the robotics landscape.

František Takáč, Global Strategic Partnerships Manager - Robotic Vision, Photoneo

František Takáč is a passionate robotics and 3D vision expert with a dedicated focus on advancing industrial automation. In his role at Photoneo, he serves as a key representative and evangelist, helping robotic OEMs, manufacturers, and system integrators leverage cutting-edge 3D vision to solve complex automation challenges. František actively contributes to the global robotics community and holds a representative position in the General Assembly of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).

František is instrumental in driving the adoption of Photoneo's technology. He is responsible for strategic business development, promoting 3D vision-guided robotics integration, and fostering key partnerships that bridge the gap between advanced technology and real-world industrial applications. His work ensures that manufacturers can successfully deploy and maximize the benefits of automation in their operations.