Leanne Cushing is an accomplished mechanical engineer with a passion for creating innovative products and solutions. With over 20 years of experience in designing robotic systems for various industries such as automotive, entertainment, automation, and consumer electronics, Leanne is a seasoned expert in her field. She studied at Rochester Institute of Technology and has worked at several notable companies, including OnePointOne, Bellwether Coffee, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Leanne has also co-founded and served as the CEO of domovi, a startup focused on developing smart home systems.

Leanne has a keen interest in the vertical farming industry and is working on creating warehouse solutions to feed the world. In addition to her professional pursuits, Leanne has also served as the Competitor and Captain of Team Valkyrie at BattleBots, where she applied her engineering skills to design a formidable robot. She has also been actively involved in mentoring and inspiring the next generation of innovators and teachers.