Anchorage, ALASKA
What happens when robots stop looking like machines—and start working alongside us? Find out at the UAA Library, Wednesday, November 18th 2026. UAA’s College of Business and Public Policy will host a presentation on the future of the workspace and robotics from 11:30 am to 1:00pm at the UAA/APU Consortium Library, Room 307. Lunch will be provided. Register at Online to Attend In-Person or via Zoom
The presentation titled ‘Humanoid Robots: Machines as Teammates’ plans to explore the future of the work environment with humans and robots working together. The event will feature Boston Dynamics Former Vice President Michael Perry as he brings expertise from real-world deployment of mobile robots.
Event Details
🗓️ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Wed, Nov 18, 2026
📍 UAA/APU Consortium Library
UAA Library, Room 307
In 2020, Boston Dynamics famously launched ‘Spot,’ a four-legged mobile robot originally designed to automate routine industrial inspections and data collection in hazardous and remote environments. The robot is currently used in automotive, construction, tech, foundry, security, and a variety of other industries.
The presentation will highlight current real-world uses of humanoid robots and implementation in the workspace and the future of possibilities for businesses, workers, and society.
Michael Perry is currently the Director of Commercial Strategy at Persona AI, an industrial humanoid robot manufacturer for heavy industry.
UAA College of Business & Public Policy
Accredited by AACSB, UAA CBPP college offers expert-led programs from associate to master’s levels, plus certificates in business analytics, leadership, and more.
