MassRobotics offers a variety of international immersion programs ranging from a few days to a month. The MassRobotics International Immersion Program is built for international startups who are ready to launch in the United States and is built specifically for companies that have raised venture capital funding, have a prototype and want to learn more about the Boston Robotics Community. If you are interested in sponsoring a program for your startups reach out to info@massrobotics.org. Keep reading to learn more about our month-long international immersion program with the ARM hub!
A Month of Momentum: Dominic Lindsay and Nexobot at MassRobotics
Australia’s first AI and Robotics Sprint, was a call to action for startups, scaleups, and innovations to boost the development of their solutions.
ARM Hub’s Propel-AIR Accelerator, hosted the first sprint which provided business opportunities for a selected group of robotics companies and culminated in each company virtually pitching their solution to an international panel of experts. The winning pitch secured an opportunity to travel to MassRobotics in Boston for a one-month residency.
While all participants received business development assistance, including VC mentoring, product market fit assessments, and media opportunities, Dominic Lindsay, founder and CEO of Nexobot, was selected for a one month residency at MassRobotics headquarters in Boston, MA. Dominic joined us in October 2025, gaining exposure to global markets, industry mentors, and strategic partners.
October was an action-packed month for Dominic, from mentor sessions and site visits to networking events and national conferences. Dominic experienced five weeks of total immersion across the North American robotics ecosystem
About Nexobot
Nexobot builds the world’s lowest-cost and most accessible parcel and item sorting solution. For the first time small-to-medium sized operations can look to automate and larger operations can solve their main pain points without overhauling their entire operation.
Week 1: Orientation and Early Connections
The month began with orientation at MassRobotics, where Dominic met the team and received an introduction to the programs and community. He kicked off his mentorship journey with one-on-one meetings with Executive Director Tom Ryden and MassRobotics staff, including Marita McGinn. The week wrapped up with an Igus demo and open office hours, offering hands-on insight into advanced motion systems and components.
Week 2: Deep Dives and Industry Visits
The second week focused on mentorship, marketing, and industry exposure. Dominic met with experts like Patty Katsaros for marketing strategy, Marita McGinn for investor readiness, and Jen Audeh for investing fundamentals. A highlight of the week was the Advanced Motion Control Lunch & Learn and a welcome dinner with the MassRobotics team, fostering strong community ties ahead of the upcoming conference.
Week 3: RoboBusiness and Silicon Valley Visits
The third week took Dominic to Santa Clara California for RoboBusiness — a leading robotics industry conference. Dominic showcased his innovations, attended speaking sessions, and participated in the Pitchfire competition. The week concluded with site visits to the Stanford Robotics Lab and Analog Devices, giving Dominic a first-hand look at cutting-edge research and industry applications.Dominic then joined MassRobotics staff members Joyce Sidopoulos and Hannah Shapiro for an afternoon of fun in San Francisco before heading back to Boston.
Week 4: Building Investor and Community Networks
Back in Boston, Dominic joined the Manufacturing Mash-Up and participated in one-on-one mentoring before showcasing Nexobot’s progress at the MassRobotics Investor Open House. The week closed on a high note with the Women in Robotics Gala — a celebration of women driving innovation and leadership in the field.
Week 5: Wrapping Up with Tough Tech Week
The month concluded with Tough Tech Week, where Dominic engaged with investors, industry leaders, and fellow innovators. Highlights included the Tough Tech Demo Day and a special send-off for Nexobot, marking the end of a successful and inspiring month of growth.
From hands-on demos to high-profile events, October showcased the power of collaboration, mentorship, and community within the MassRobotics ecosystem. We’re proud of Dominic and Nexobot for their incredible progress and can’t wait to see what’s next.