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18 July 2024

Gilwoo Lee, Founder & CEO of Zordi, to Speak at AgriNext Conference in Dubai

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Gilwoo Lee, Founder & CEO of Zordi, to Speak at AgriNext Conference in Dubai

We are excited to announce that Gilwoo Lee, Founder and CEO of Zordi, will be a featured speaker at the AgriNext Conference in Dubai on November 13-14, 2024.

About Gilwoo Lee


Gilwoo Lee is a distinguished full-stack roboticist specialising in the intersection of robotics and AI. She holds a Ph.D. from the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Washington, an M.S. from the Robotics Institute at Carnegie Mellon University, and both a B.S. in Math & Computer Science and an M.Eng from MIT. Before founding Zordi, Gilwoo worked at DreamWorks Animation and Meta Reality Labs, where she honed her expertise in cutting-edge technology and innovation.

About Zordi



Zordi is pioneering the world’s first robotic greenhouse solution to produce high-quality, sustainable food. Their innovative approach combines mid-tech greenhouses with advanced robotics and AI, achieving an unprecedented level of precision agriculture with significant labour reduction. Zordi’s solution reduces food miles and freshwater consumption, enabling the cultivation of flavorful varieties that traditional field farms cannot grow. Their premium strawberries are a testament to their success, consistently selling out across New York, New Jersey, and beyond.

About the AgriNext Conference


The AgriNext Conference is a leading event that brings together innovators, experts, and leaders from the global agriculture and food industry. Set to take place in Dubai on November 13-14, 2024, the conference will feature a series of engaging sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Attendees will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in agriculture and food production, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation.


Gilwoo Lee's Speaking Engagement:


We are honoured to have Gilwoo Lee share her insights and expertise at the AgriNext Conference. Her work at Zordi exemplifies the transformative potential of combining robotics, AI, and sustainable agriculture. Attendees will benefit from her vision and experience in driving innovation to address global food challenges.


Join us at the AgriNext Conference to hear from Gilwoo Lee and other industry leaders as they discuss the future of agriculture and food innovation.

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Next Business Media produces the AgriNext Awards & Conference series and reports on how enterprises put artificial intelligence to work across the Middle East, Asia and the US.

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