Chris Harbert

Chris Harbert is a veteran sales and business development leader with over 20 years of experience driving growth in robotics, automation, and manufacturing technology. Known as “The Automation Whisperer,” Chris has helped operations leaders across industries modernize their facilities through practical, right-sized automation that empowers people and enhances performance. His leadership spans pivotal roles at Rethink Robotics, Locus Robotics, GreyOrange, ForwardX Robotics, ANSCER Robotics, and Tompkins Solutions — where he’s consistently transformed emerging technologies into real-world operational results. A frequent advisor and industry voice, Chris is passionate about bridging the gap between innovation and implementation, and helping organizations build resilient, human-centered ope...