Sam Bertram is the CEO and cofounder of OnePointOne, a company focused on automating vertical farming to address the global demand for fresh produce through advanced technologies in Plant Science, Robotics, and Machine Learning. Bertram has served on the advisory boards of Santa Clara University and Stanford University, contributing to engineering education and innovation. An experienced professional in robotics, automation, and control systems, Bertram has held roles such as Teaching Assistant and Graduate Research Assistant at Santa Clara University and Stanford University. Additionally, Bertram has experience in the sports sector as a Tennis Professional. Academic qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Mechatronics and Robotics, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, both from Santa Clara University.