Episode #67. Will Robot Workers Replace You? - How Automation Is Changing Work & Jobs with Marianela Nanninga
About this episode
The robots are here. Are they useful? Are they ethical?
In this episode of The Value Creators Podcast, Hunter Hastings speaks with Marianela Nanninga, CEO of ToDo Robotics. Marianela shares her journey from global tech sales to building one of the most innovative commercial robotics ventures in the U.S. Focused on usefulness over hype, she explains how robots are transforming hospitality, healthcare, and food service by performing real work—with real ROI.
From AI-driven cleaners in 24/7 casinos to chip-delivering restaurant bots, this episode explores the entrepreneurial mindset, systems integration, and human-centered design needed to lead in the robotics revolution.
Key insights include:
- Why “Usseful Robotics” is about integration, not hype
- How automation complements (not replaces) human work
- What ethical deployment really means in practice
Whether you're leading innovation, exploring automation, or rethinking operational strategy, this conversation is filled with insights for the future.
Resources:
➡️ Learn What They Didn’t Teach You In Business School: The Value Creators Online Business Course
Learn more about ToDo Robotics
Connect with Marianela Nanninga on LinkedIn
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