Brett Adcock

Brett Adcock is a technology entrepreneur and founder of Figure AI, where he leads the development of general-purpose humanoid robots designed to address labor shortages in manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, retail, and residential settings. These robots interact safely with various environments and perform end-to-end operations for clients such as BMW, reflecting Adcock's focus on integrating artificial intelligence with robotics to transform multiple industries. Adcock has assembled teams from organizations including Boston Dynamics, Tesla, Google DeepMind, and Apple, contributing to advancements in robotics and automation.

Before founding Figure AI, Adcock established Archer Aviation, a company focused on urban air mobility through electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. He oversaw the development of multiple prototype generations, secured significant funding, led the company through a public offering, and negotiated a major agreement with United Airlines, demonstrating expertise in scaling aerospace ventures and electric aviation technology. Earlier in his career, Adcock launched Vettery, an AI-powered talent marketplace acquired by The Adecco Group, which matched companies with specialized talent and showcased early applications of AI in human capital management.

Adcock's entrepreneurial work also includes Cover, an AI security firm utilizing NASA technology to improve school safety, and Hark, a self-funded venture advancing AI models and next-generation hardware. As a frequent speaker on leadership in artificial intelligence and robotics, Adcock shares insights on overcoming business challenges and building technology enterprises, offering practical strategies for developing and scaling innovative solutions in the AI and robotics sectors.