Machine Minds

Episode 38 | Transforming The Way We Build | Regis Vincent

Jul 20, 2024

53:15

In this episode of the Machine Minds podcast, we sit down with Regis Vincent, Senior Vice President of Engineering at Canvas - a company developing innovative technologies to improve the quality, affordability, and working conditions of the spaces we inhabit.

Regis shares his fascinating journey, from his early opportunity as a research scientist at the University of Massachusetts to his 15 years at the prestigious SRI International in Silicon Valley. He discusses how his deep passion for engineering and robotics has driven him to find solutions for dangerous and repetitive tasks that humans should not have to perform.

As the head of engineering at Canvas, Regis provides insights into the company's mission to create artificial intelligence software that will transform robots into truly useful machines. He delves into his vision of how these advancements can enhance the quality and accessibility of our workplaces, while simultaneously improving the working conditions of the people who build these spaces.

Join us as we explore Regis' remarkable career, his perspectives on the future of robotics and AI, and how Canvas is poised to revolutionize the workspaces of tomorrow.

00:00 Machine Minds Show Introduction

01:21 Regis’ background

03:53 Initial spark in the world of engineering and robotics

06:21 Academic background

07:47 SRI days

11:47 Joining Canvas

18:00 Innovations in technology

23:36 Balance between clients and teams

27:35 Qualities to look for in candidates

37:50 Trends emerging in robotics and automation

43:05 Challenges in the near future

46:35 Robotics and automation in the next 5 years