Lakewood, CO – May 8, 2025 – Prime Robotics, Inc., a premier provider of end-to-end automation solutions for distribution centers and warehouses, today announced the appointment of Emily Stephens as Vice President of Software and Support Engineering, effective May 8, 2025. Stephens brings over 15 years of proven experience in building and scaling complex systems across robotics, telecommunications, and cloud infrastructure to Prime Robotics’ headquarters in Lakewood, Colorado.
“Emily’s appointment represents a significant milestone in Prime Robotics’ continued growth and innovation,” said Eric Rongley, CEO of Prime Robotics. “Her exceptional track record of transforming engineering organizations and architecting next-generation platforms aligns perfectly with our mission to revolutionize warehouse and supply chain operations. Emily’s deep technical expertise and strategic vision will be instrumental in advancing our software capabilities and delivering best-in-class automation solutions to our clients.”
In her new role, Stephens will lead Prime Robotics’ software engineering and support engineering teams, overseeing the development and optimization of the company’s comprehensive robot and execution software solutions. She will focus on scaling engineering operations, enhancing product architecture, and ensuring seamless integration of Prime’s automation technologies across diverse warehouse environments.
Stephens joins Prime Robotics from Mersive, where she served as Senior Vice President of Product Engineering. During her tenure, she successfully transformed a struggling engineering organization into a high-performance team, launched a new international development center, and architected a next-generation product platform. Her leadership approach combines deep technical fluency with keen insight into system design, team dynamics, and long-term product strategy.
“The warehouse automation industry is at an inflection point, with businesses increasingly recognizing the critical importance of integrated software and robotics solutions,” said Stephens. “Prime Robotics has built an impressive foundation with their end-to-end approach to warehouse automation. I’m excited to join this talented team and help scale our engineering capabilities to meet the growing demand for intelligent automation solutions that truly transform operational productivity.”
Throughout her career, Stephens has specialized in transforming engineering organizations by aligning teams, addressing technical debt, and driving delivery excellence without compromising architectural integrity. She holds multiple patents in access control and Bluetooth mesh networking, demonstrating her commitment to innovation and technical advancement.
Stephens’ appointment comes as Prime Robotics continues to expand its market presence and enhance its comprehensive suite of automation solutions. The company’s integrated approach to warehouse automation—combining advanced robotics with sophisticated execution software—has positioned it as a leader in transforming fragmented workflows and unlocking operational efficiency for distribution centers worldwide.
Prime Robotics’ solutions are designed to address the complex challenges facing modern warehouses and distribution centers, from labor shortages to increasing demand for faster fulfillment. The company’s technology platform integrates seamlessly with existing warehouse management systems, enabling clients to optimize their operations while maintaining flexibility and scalability.
About Prime Robotics, Inc.
Prime Robotics is a premier provider of end-to-end automation solutions tailored for distribution centers and warehouses. Prime’s suite of robot and execution software solutions transform fragmented workflows, empowering clients to unlock operational productivity and efficiency. Committed to revolutionizing warehouse, supply chain, and factory operations, Prime strives to elevate businesses through best-in-class automation solutions and services.
For more information about Prime Robotics, visit https://www.primerobotics.com
