Episode 57 | Innovation in Hospitality: Robotics and Labor Crisis | Micah Green
In this episode of Machine Minds, I sit down with Micah Green, founder and CEO of Tailos, to explore how his company is addressing the ongoing labor crisis in hospitality through robotics. Micah shares his journey from building robots in his dorm room to creating groundbreaking automation technology that’s now being deployed across the globe.
We dive into the challenges and successes Micah has faced along the way, including raising funds as a first-time founder, scaling internationally, and building a company that prioritizes both innovation and user experience. We also discuss the future of robotics in the hospitality industry, the impact of automation on labor, and the importance of self-care for entrepreneurs.
This episode is packed with valuable insights into what it takes to build and scale a robotics company while navigating the complexities of the labor market and technological innovation.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Machine Minds Show Introduction
02:15 The early days of Tailos: Building a robotics company in college
07:30 How the product evolved to meet the labor challenges in hospitality
12:50 Overcoming early setbacks and fundraising hurdles
18:45 The moment Micah realized Tailos had the potential to be something big
22:30 Building the right team and evolving the company culture
28:15 Tailos’ approach to user experience and why it sets them apart
33:10 Tackling concerns about automation and its impact on jobs
38:00 Exciting trends in robotics and the vision for interconnected ecosystems
44:30 Expanding globally and supporting customers in 12 countries
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