Andrew Ashur

Andrew Ashur is a driven robotics entrepreneur and AI innovator, having founded Lucid Bots (YC S19), a company focused on creating robots for dull, dirty, and dangerous industrial tasks. His vision is to extend human capabilities by integrating AI with physical robotics, aiming to solve labor shortages and improve safety in sectors like cleaning and construction. Lucid Bots has achieved significant growth, earning recognition on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and the Inc. 5000. andrewashur+5

Despite lacking formal engineering training, Andrew is a self-taught mechanical, electrical, and software engineer, driven by curiosity and a relentless commitment to building real-world machines. His journey began with a personal mission to make dangerous jobs safer through technology, evolving into a leader in the robotics manufacturing space with Lucid Bots, which designs, builds, and supports its systems in the U.S. andrewashur+2

Andrew demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and mentorship within academic communities. As the Innovator in Residence at The Hurt Hub@Davidson and Co-Founder of Persto, Inc., he actively guides aspiring entrepreneurs, teaches workshops, and develops software to support mentoring communities. He is passionate about dispelling the myth that entrepreneurship is limited to specific majors and leverages his extensive network to support innovation. andrewashur+3

An alumnus of Davidson College, Andrew triple-majored in Economics and Spanish while playing Division I baseball and working multiple jobs, showcasing exceptional discipline and time management skills. His liberal arts background and early experiences at the Hurt Hub significantly shaped his problem-solving approach and leadership philosophy, which is centered on creating value for others and leveraging technology for positive societal impact. andrewashur+3