In this episode of "Building Brand Gravity," Steve Halsey interviews Kim Losey, CEO of Rapid Robotics, about her journey from designer to marketer to one of Silicon Valley's few female CEOs. The discussion centers on the transformative power of AI-driven manufacturing and the importance of design thinking, customer experience and bold innovation. 

Kim shares insights from her diverse career, including her time at Hasbro, where she learned to integrate design thinking into business strategy. She explains how Rapid Robotics is revolutionizing manufacturing with adaptable, scalable and efficient AI and robotics solutions. The concept of "smart fields," which are dynamic, ever-evolving manufacturing environments, is highlighted as a key innovation.

Kim also emphasizes the need for robotics to be intuitive, cost-effective and able to handle the variability of modern business demands. She advocates for a customer-centric approach, ensuring that technology serves a clear purpose and delivers tangible results. 

Highlights of this episode include: 

• Losey’s transition from creating toy robots at Hasbro to developing real-world automation solutions at Rapid Robotics. 

• The concept of "smart fields" in manufacturing, which are adaptable and scalable environments optimized for efficiency. 

• The importance of design thinking and customer-centricity in driving innovation. 

• The challenges and opportunities in the AI-driven robotics industry. 

• The need for transparency and simplicity in deploying and scaling robotics solutions.