Robots and Recognition: How One Leader is Changing the Game

In the world of technology and innovation, one name stands out: Kate McAfoose. She's the president of Chang Robotics and co-founder of Curabotics. Recently, she won two big awards at the Stevie Awards for Women in Business. These awards are a big deal, celebrating women who are making waves in business and technology. McAfoose didn't just win one award, she won two gold Stevie Awards. One for being the most innovative woman in technology and another for her achievements in technology innovation. These awards are given to women from all over the world, and this year, more than 1, 500 nominations were received. Winning these awards shows that McAfoose is making a real difference in her field. So, what does McAfoose do? She leads engineering projects that bring automation to hospitals and factories. One of her biggest achievements is the Curabotics Nurse Assist Bot. This robot helps nurses by delivering supplies, freeing up their time to focus on patient care. She also works on big projects like one of the world's largest autonomous robotic systems in manufacturing. McAfoose believes in mentorship, accountability, and faith. She leads Chang Robotics with these values and is committed to creating solutions that help workers and communities. Under her leadership, Chang Robotics has become a national player in 2024 and 2025. The company has been recognized as one of the best workplaces for innovators by Fast Company and one of the best in business by Inc. Magazine. Chang Robotics is a robotics and engineering firm that focuses on advanced manufacturing, collaborative robotics, and automation. Founded in 2017, the company has grown rapidly, providing innovative solutions and deploying autonomous systems. Curabotics, a division of Chang Robotics, focuses on healthcare technology. It uses robots to solve workforce challenges in hospitals and care facilities.