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Berkshire Grey

Founded 2013 · 377 employees · 6 known investors

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Berkshire Grey builds robotics, machine vision, and control software for warehouse and distribution operations, automating tasks such as trailer unloading, picking, sorting, and outbound shipment preparation. Its systems handle irregular items, mixed cartons, polybags, and fragile goods for operations teams seeking to reduce labor and increase throughput.

AI & Machine LearningLogistics & Supply ChainRobotics

Founders & leadership

Berkshire Grey was founded in 2013 by Tom Wagner, Ph.D..

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Tom Wagner, Ph.D.Chairman of the Board and Founder2025–2025Tom Wagner holds a Ph.D. in computer science and artificial intelligence from UMass Amherst and served as CTO at iRobot before founding Berkshire Grey, a robotics and automation company for warehouse and distribution operations; he also led AI and robotics programs at DARPA and held roles at Honeywell and University of Maine.
DPDavid Paratore
David ParatoreChief Executive OfficerHe has held operating and leadership roles in industrial products, manufacturing, and automation companies spanning robotics, advanced materials, and warehouse automation, with experience raising capital and negotiating partnerships that resulted in exits to U.S. Steel and Caterpillar. He holds a BS in mechanical engineering and an MBA, and teaches technology entrepreneurship at Brown University.
MFMark Fidler
Mark FidlerCFO
PVPeter Van Alstine
Peter Van AlstineChief Commercial OfficerPeter Van Alstine serves as Chief Commercial Officer at Berkshire Grey. He has held leadership roles in sales, customer operations, and product development across technology services, fintech, manufacturing, and retail sectors, with experience scaling and exiting multiple companies.
EBEllen Bossert
Ellen BossertSenior Vice President of StrategyEllen Bossert held executive roles in product development and business growth at companies including Philips, Color Kinetics, NanoSteel, and Mach49, where she worked across lighting, energy, autonomous mobility, and emerging technology sectors. She is Senior Vice President of Strategy at Berkshire Grey.
BMBrad Meyer
Brad MeyerVice President, Customer ExperienceBrad Meyer has spent two decades in supply chain and software roles, with experience in operations, process engineering, and team leadership across project management and director positions. He serves as Vice President of Customer Experience at Berkshire Grey, which develops robotics and software systems for warehouse automation.
CEChristian Ehrbar
Christian EhrbarVice President and General CounselHe brings experience in legal strategy, corporate transactions, and IP protection for technology companies.
CPChristine Phaneuf
Christine PhaneufVice President, TalentChristine Phaneuf is Vice President of Talent at Berkshire Grey, a robotics and automation company for warehouse operations. She has led human resources functions in high-growth technology companies and worked with large support teams in both domestic and international settings.
CHCraig Hattabaugh
Craig HattabaughVice President and General ManagerCraig Hattabaugh is Vice President and General Manager at Berkshire Grey, which develops robotics and machine vision software for warehouse automation, including systems for trailer unloading, picking, sorting, and shipment preparation that handle irregular items and mixed cartons.
RHRay Howard
Ray HowardVP of EngineeringRay Howard spent 30 years in engineering and product development roles across industrial sectors including appliances, automotive, biomedical, semiconductors, and heavy machinery, with experience leading mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams at both startups and large manufacturers. He holds patents in product innovation and has manufacturing expertise in design, production processes, and scaling from prototypes to high-volume operations.
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Tom WagnerFounder

Investors · 6

New Enterprise Associates (NEA)listed by New Enterprise Associates (NEA)Menlo Park · $200K – $40M

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Perot Jainlisted by Perot JainDallas · $500K

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SoftBank Vision Fundlisted by SoftBank Vision FundLondon
Khosla VenturesreportedMenlo Park · $100K – $20M

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SoftBank GroupreportedTokyo

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$263M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2020

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Founder mafia

2 people who came through Berkshire Grey went on to found or lead other companies.

Jack SwisherMachine Learning InternFounded BelugaDavid ParatoreCEOFounded Nanosteel

In the news

Berkshire Grey Enters into Equity Purchase Agreement for up to $75 Million with Lincoln Park Capitalglobenewswire.com · Oct 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Berkshire Grey do?
Berkshire Grey builds robotics, machine vision, and control software for warehouse and distribution operations, automating tasks such as trailer unloading, picking, sorting, and outbound shipment preparation. Its systems handle irregular items, mixed cartons, polybags, and fragile goods for operations teams seeking to reduce labor and increase throughput.
Who founded Berkshire Grey?
Berkshire Grey was founded by Tom Wagner, Ph.D. in 2013.
Who are Berkshire Grey's investors?
Berkshire Grey's investors include Canaan Partners, New Enterprise Associates (NEA), Perot Jain, SoftBank Vision Fund, Khosla Ventures, SoftBank Group.
How much funding has Berkshire Grey raised?
Berkshire Grey has disclosed $263M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.