MILWAUKEE — Rockwell Automation announced a $12M, four-year commitment to FIRST® — For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology — founded to inspire young people’s interest and participation in science and technology.
“Through our technology and people, we are helping to inspire the next generation of innovators to fill the talent pipeline for our customers and for our company,” said Blake Moret, president and CEO, Rockwell Automation. “Our strategic partnership with FIRST helps us increase our reach and visibility to STEM students around the world.”
In addition to being a global sponsor of the FIRST® LEGO® League program and sole sponsor of the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Rockwell Automation Innovation in Control Award, nearly 200 Rockwell Automation employees around the world donate their time for the FIRST programs, and more than 300 employees volunteer for the organization in other capacities. The company also donates products integral to FIRST program games and scoring. These product donations are specifically used for the FIRST Robotics Competition playing fields and scoring systems, and they are included within the parts kits teams use to build their robots.
“This generous, multiyear commitment from Rockwell Automation will allow us to focus on the strategic aspects of our partnership while continuing to help scale our programs and expose students to a broader range of industry-leading products and applications,” said Donald E. Bossi, president, FIRST. “The company has a long, rich history of supporting FIRST.”
Blake Moret, Rockwell Automation president and CEO, FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Team 6022, “TBD,” FRC team FIRST Robotics Competition(FRC) Team 120, “Cleveland’s Team,” Don Bossi, president and CEO, FIRST and Jay Flores, Rockwell Automation global STEM ambassador. (Photo: Business Wire)
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