Episode 55: From takeout gadgets to the building the robot workforce of the future – Michael Chen (YC24)

Michael Chen is the Co-Founder and CEO of Yondu AI, a robotics startup developing general-purpose AI-powered robots for industrial automation. A graduate of MIT's robotics program and alumnus of Y Combinator (YC24), Michael is helping bring artificial intelligence into the physical world by building robots capable of performing repetitive warehouse and manufacturing tasks alongside human workers. Michael's passion for robotics began in childhood while helping his family's restaurant, where he built simple machines to make everyday work easier. Today, he leads Yondu AI's mission to create affordable, adaptable robotic systems that help businesses overcome labor shortages while unlocking new opportunities for productivity and growth.