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Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day 2025

Where Innovation Meets Impact

Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day 2025

Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day is one of the nation’s premier robotics showcases, attracting thousands of attendees eager to explore cutting-edge technologies, discover new solutions, and connect with industry leaders.

Now Co-Located with The Global Impact Forum

This year, we’re partnering with The Global Impact Forum (TGIF), a gathering of thought leaders from education, entrepreneurship, and technology sectors who share a vision for accelerating meaningful change. This sister conference will address Workforce Readiness in the Age of AI and Automation.

TGIF is presented by founding partners Global Silicon Valley and Penn State University.

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Why Exhibit?

Be part of this unique opportunity where robotics innovation and global impact come together.

Showcase Innovation – Demonstrate your robotics, AI, or advanced manufacturing solutions to an engaged audience.
Expand Your Network – Connect with decision-makers, investors, educators, and industry pioneers.
Forge Strategic Partnerships – Meet collaborators and customers actively seeking cutting-edge technology.
Gain Global Insights – Benefit from TGIF’s expert discussions on scaling impact through technology and entrepreneurship.

Who You’ll Meet

Business Leaders & Investors
Robotics & AI Innovators
Manufacturers & Tech Providers
Educators & Workforce Developers
Global Impact Experts

Maximize Your Visibility

Live Demonstrations

Bring your technology to life with hands-on exhibits.

Thought Leadership

Join conversations shaping the future of automation and global innovation.

Cross-Sector Collaboration

Bridge the gap between robotics, AI, and real-world impact.

Apply to Exhibit

Showcase your innovations at Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day.

Connect with industry leaders, investors, and future talent while gaining unparalleled visibility.

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Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day 2024

2025 Details & FAQs

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Discovery Day + TGIF

Co-occupying the David L. Lawrence Convention Center with Penn State University’s The Global Impact Forum

The Global Impact Forum (TGIF) is a meeting place for thought leaders from education, entrepreneurship, and technology sectors who share the goal of accelerating meaningful change. This event is designed to help attendees diversify networks, build local-to-global connections, and provide actionable insights, tools, and resources to facilitate positive impact at scale.

Audience

Discovery Day attracts a diverse audience from across the robotics, AI, and advanced manufacturing ecosystems, with a strong representation from decision-makers.

In 2024, 45% of registered guests held leadership roles, including

  • C-Suite executives
  • Founders
  • Directors
  • Managers
  • Engineers
  • Business Development Professionals

‍The wide range of domain registrations—from universities and research institutions to robotics firms, manufacturing companies, and technology innovators—demonstrates the event’s appeal to key industry stakeholders looking to explore emerging technologies, forge partnerships, and drive commercialization efforts.

Cost

Booth spaces start at $3,000.
Existing silver core members, companies located in Pittsburgh, booth for free!

Additional Information

Review our Robotics Discovery Day FAQs for more details about the event, registration, and venue.

Last Year's Exhibitors Included

Apply to Exhibit

Showcase your innovations at Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day.

Connect with industry leaders, investors, and future talent while gaining unparalleled visibility.

Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day is an initiative led by the Pittsburgh Robotics Network in partnership with Innovation Works, and supported by the Southwestern Pennsylvania New Economy Collaborative as part of a $62.7 million Build Back Better Regional Challenge grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

This website was prepared by SWPA New Economy Collaborative using Federal funds under award 01-79-15316 URI 121596 from U.S. Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. The statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Economic Development Administration or the U.S. Department of Commerce.