The Quantum Spin

Postdoc researcher Joel Hutchinson discusses quantum materials and innovative science communication with host Veronica Combs in this episode of The Quantum Spin by HKA. Joel is an experimentalist at the University of Basel who specializes in 2D quantum materials. He is also a science communicator who helped to build the “Save the Cat'” quantum quest, a game that incorporates physics puzzles as well as history lessons in scientific discovery. He and host Veronica Combs cover the Hubbard Model as well as the power of games to level the educational playing field. 00:00 Introduction to Season Four00:29 Interview with Joel Hutchinson: Exploring 2D Quantum Materials02:00 Global Quantum Communities: A Comparative Insight04:33 Save the Cat: A Quantum Quest13:08 The Future of Quantum Computing20:55 Advice for Aspiring Quantum Researchers21:33 Conclusion and Podcast InformationJoel Hutchinson is a Canadian postdoctoral researcher at the University of Basel working on the theory of two-dimensional quantum materials. He earned his PhD from the University of Alberta in 2019 and has since conducted research on quantum technologies in France and Switzerland. His work focuses on applications of spin-orbit coupling, superconductivity, and strongly-correlated electrons. He is a passionate science communicator and educator and has delivered a TEDx talk on the holographic principle. When he’s not busy with science he finds other avenues of exploration; last year he published a novella and rode his bike 4000km across Western Europe.Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with HKA Marketing Communications on LinkedIn athttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hka-inc--public-relations/ or on our website at ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.

Anurag Saha Roy, the Chief Product Officer of Qruise, found the perfect place to combine his two interests of physics and science: building hardware solutions for quantum computers. In this conversation with host Veronica Combs, Anurag describes the complexities of booting up a quantum computer and the necessity for continuous calibration. Qruise works with researchers and quantum hardware engineers to make this process quicker and more reliable. Anurag also explains the need for a broader community for quantum software development as well as what classical software engineers can contribute.00:00 Introduction to Quantum Spin Season Four00:29 Exploring Quantum Software with Anurag from Qruise02:56 The Role of Digital Twins in Quantum Computing11:25 Building a Quantum Software Developer Community19:21 Future Prospects and Challenges in Quantum Computing23:16 Conclusion and FarewellAnurag Saha Roy is the Chief Product Officer at Qruise. He is an experienced engineer and entrepreneur with a background in machine learning and various quantum technology platforms. At Qruise, he leads a team of physicists and software engineers developing tools to automate and accelerate the development of quantum devices through the use of digital twins for faster and better calibration and characterisation.Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with HKA Marketing Communications on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hka-inc--public-relations/ or on our website at ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.

In this episode, host Veronica Combs talks with Michaela Eichinger, PhD, a Product Solutions Physicist at Quantum Machines. The company builds advanced quantum control technologies to ensure classical and quantum components work together seamlessly. Michaela also is a skilled scientific communicator, posting detailed and easy-to-understand explanations of quantum tech on LinkedIn. The conversation ranges from the excitement of working in a dynamic industry and the career opportunities for quantum-curious people at every skill level to the challenges of fabricating quantum chips and the importance of collaboration.00:00 Introduction to Quantum Spin Season Four00:29 Interview with Michaela Eichinger from Quantum Machines00:52 Quantum Machines' Hybrid Control Solutions01:49 Real-Time Operations and Qubit Modalities04:24 Out-of-the-Box Workflows and Customer Support07:03 Global Quantum Ecosystem and Industry Trends11:05 Advice for Aspiring Quantum Industry Professionals16:42 Future of Quantum Computing and Science Fiction18:41 Conclusion and Podcast InformationMichaela Eichinger is a Product Solutions Physicist at Quantum Machines, where she drives the adoption of advanced quantum control technologies across research and industry. She holds a Ph.D. in Experimental Quantum Physics from the Niels Bohr Institute in Copenhagen, Denmark, with a background in superconducting qubits and circuits developed in the labs of Charlie Marcus and Morten Kjaergaard. At Quantum Machines, she shapes product development and technological strategy, manages key client relationships, and creates high-impact technical content that makes complex innovations in quantum control accessible and actionable.Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with HKA Marketing Communications on LinkedIn athttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hka-inc--public-relations/ or on our website at ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.

During its annual March meeting, APS celebrated the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology with a week-long Quantum Fest. The two directors of the event combined their scientific expertise with their love for art to tell stories of quantum physics. Smitha Vishveshwara, PhD and Marilena Longobardi, PhD, brought acrobats, musicians and scientists together on stage to display the wonder and power of nature from a subatomic to a cosmic scale. In this episode, host Veronica Combs and the two physicists discuss how the event came together and how hands-on experiences reveal the awe of scientific discovery. 00:00 Opening Ceremony and Global Cooperation18:35 Challenges and Community in Science18:47 Maintaining Faith and Perseverance18:50 The Importance of CommunityProfessor Smitha Vishveshwara is a faculty member of the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and also affiliated with the university’s Materials Research Laboratory and Beckman Institute. She is a member of the International Year of Quantum steering committee and organized the Quantum Fest celebration at the APS March Meeting. She is also the co-author with her father of the book, “Two Revolutions: Einstein’s Relativity and Quantum Physics.”  In 2021, Marilena Longobardi joined the University of Basel, where she currently serves as Managing Director of the NCCR SPIN. She is recognized as an expert in innovation and international scientific relations and holds multiple leadership roles on various boards. She was named one of the Inspiring Fifty Women in Tech in 2021 and 2023, and was elected an American Physics Society Fellow in 2022. She designed and co-directed with Smitha Vishveshwara, the Quantum Fest for the APS Global Physics Summit in 2025. Marilena holds a Ph.D. in Quantum Physics from the University of Salerno, Italy.  Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Human biology is complex and doctors can always use a new tool to understand everyday illnesses, diagnose rare diseases and personalize treatment. Dr. Frederik F. Flöther, Chief Quantum Officer, QuantumBasel, is working with pharma companies and quantum startups to build new data tools for physicians and researchers that use the power of quantum technology. In this episode of The Quantum Spin by HKA, Frederik and Veronica Combs discuss the collaborations that are developing these new tools as well as the ethics that should guide this work.00:00 Introduction to Quantum Spin Podcast00:34 Special Coverage: APS Global Physics Summit00:58 Interview with Dr. Friedrich Flother01:09 Roles and Responsibilities at Quantum-Basel02:54 Quantum Computing in Healthcare04:10 AI Ethics and Quantum Technology06:03 Challenges and Opportunities in Quantum Computing08:10 The Future of Quantum Technology11:54 Ethics and Regulation in AI and Quantum19:11 Science Fiction Inspirations20:31 Upcoming Initiatives at Quantum-Basel25:40 Conclusion and FarewellDr. Frederik F. Flöther is Chief Quantum Officer at QuantumBasel, the first commercial quantum hub of Switzerland, and a member of the University of Basel Center for Quantum Computing and Quantum Coherence (QC2). Prior to that, Frederik has over 7 years with IBM, most recently responsible for healthcare and life sciences at IBM Quantum. He was elected to the IBM Academy of Technology and appointed Master Inventor and Qiskit Advocate.Frederik’s research interests include technological applications as well as philosophical/societal implications of quantum computing and AI. He holds a PhD in physics, with a focus on photonic quantum computing, and a MA, MSci, and BA from the University of Cambridge as well as a professional certificate in quantum computing applications from MIT. In total, Frederik has authored over 40 filed patents, peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and white papers. He has lived/worked in Switzerland, USA, United Kingdom, Belgium, and Germany.Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Recorded live at the APS Global Quantum Summit in Anaheim, California in March 2025Quantum hardware isn’t quite ready for server racks in data centers, but that is the vision driving engineers at Qblox. This Dutch company builds control electronics for all qubit modalities. In this episode of The Quantum Spin by HKA, Niels Bultink, co-founder and CEO of Qblox, explains how he built a team that helps researchers and entrepreneurs get the highest performance out of quantum hardware. He also describes how the quantum ecosystem in the Netherlands grew out of strong academic institutions and why collaboration is a key value for the sector.00:00 Introduction to Quantum Spin Podcast00:36 Interview with Niels Bultink, CEO of Qblox00:42 Understanding Qubit Control Electronics02:11 Challenges and Opportunities in Quantum Technology03:55 Qblox's Role in the Quantum Ecosystem07:59 Future of Quantum Computing and Industry Trends13:46 Closing Remarks and Contact InformationNiels Bultink is the CEO and co-founder of Qblox, a leading provider of scalable quantum control stacks. Niels has a PhD from TU Delft in quantum information processing. He specializes in controlling quantum computers, performing the first feedback on solid-state qubits in 2012. His PhD research with Leonardo DiCarlo at TU Delft has led to more than ten scientific publications centred around fault-tolerant quantum computing with superconducting circuits. With Qblox's industrialized generation of control stacks, and building and scaling Qblox, Niels is paving the way for quantum computer integrators worldwide to reach practical applications in quantum computing.  Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this episode of The Quantum Spin by HKA, host Veronica Combs speaks with Cierra Choucair, a quantum journalist and analyst at The Quantum Insider. Cierra shares her unique journey from working in data science to becoming a self-taught expert in quantum computing. She discusses the motivations behind her switch to quantum journalism and the challenges of presenting complex scientific concepts to a broader audience. The episode also delves into her founding of The Daily Qubit newsletter and her insights from the Expanse event in Abu Dhabi. Listeners will gain valuable advice on breaking into the quantum field, the importance of interdisciplinary skills, and fostering a community within the quantum industry. 00:00 Welcome to The Quantum Spin 00:36 Meet Cierra Choucair: A Quantum Journalist 00:52 The Journey to The Quantum Insider 02:51 Highlighting Research in The Daily Qubit 05:27 Educational Background and Career Path 09:01 Expanse Conference Experience 14:00 Building Community in Quantum Industry 18:09 Future Trends in Quantum Computing 21:00 Advice for Aspiring Quantum Enthusiasts 22:15 Working with the Large Hadron Collider 25:41 Conclusion and Farewell Cierra Choucair is a deep tech journalist and data analyst for The Quantum Insider and a passionate advocate for deep tech. She has carved her own path in science and technology and believes that access to science and discovery is a fundamental right.  She created The Daily Qubit newsletter to highlight important research in quantum computing and to make this complex field more accessible to a wider audience. As the founder of Universum Labs, she is building a platform that uses emerging technologies to drive scientific discovery and innovation with open-access tools.  She was a finalist for the 2025 Quantum Innovation Summit’s Femtum Leap Quantum Rising Star award.She is an active member of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C) and recently joined the advisory council for Girls in Quantum.  Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of The Quantum Spin by HKA, host Veronica Combs talks with Matt Johnson, CEO and co-founder of QC Ware, a software company that builds tools for drug discovery and materials design. Matt also convenes the quantum community three times a year at Q2B conferences in Silicon Valley, Paris and Toyko. They discuss the groundbreaking developments announced at the December 2024 Q2B Silicon Valley conference, including Google's new high-reliability qubit technology. The conversation also covers QC Ware's molecular design software, Promethium, designed to expedite drug discovery through high-performance simulations. They also discuss early quantum use cases, chemistry research and the value of building a strong industry ecosystem. 00:00 Welcome to The Quantum Spin 00:36 Introducing Matt Johnson and QC Ware 01:19 Google's Quantum Breakthrough 01:52 Understanding Qubits and Modalities 06:01 Global Quantum Conferences and Keynotes 08:12 The Global Quantum Landscape 12:45 QC Ware's Molecular Design Software 18:48 Looking Ahead: The Future of Quantum Computing 22:37 Closing Remarks and Contact Information Matt Johnson is the CEO and co-founder of QC Ware, a leading quantum computing software and services company. In addition to his role at QC Ware, Matt previously served on the governing board of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C).  He earned his BS from the U.S. Air Force Academy, followed by five years of active-duty service. Afterward, he completed his MBA at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Matt transitioned into finance, where he became a managing director in private equity at Apollo Management.  Since co-founding QC Ware in 2014, Matt has been driving the company's mission to become the world’s premier quantum software provider. Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

What does it take to persuade the biggest companies in the world to start exploring quantum technology? Twenty years in deep tech consulting is a great place to start. Jean-Francois Bobier is a partner and director at the Boston Consulting Group in Paris. He uses his expertise in identifying use cases, endless curiosity and computer science background to help Fortune 500 executives understand the quantum world. In this episode of “The Quantum Spin by HKA,” host Veronica Combs discusses story telling and technology with Jean-Francois. 00:00 Introduction to Quantum Spin Podcast 00:36 Interview with Jean-Francois Bobier 01:06 Challenges in Convincing Clients 02:07 Deep Tech and Quantum Innovations 03:21 Quantum Use Cases and Client Engagement 05:30 IBM's Success in Quantum Computing 07:25 Factors for Success in Quantum Adoption 14:55 Global Quantum Computing Landscape 18:52 Future of Quantum Computing 20:14 Conclusion and Farewell Jean-François Bobier is a Partner and Vice President at the Boston Consulting Group expertise center on deep tech, where he leads research and has authored key publications. He advises Fortune 500 companies on adopting deep technologies, notably quantum computing, synthetic biology, at scale for both competitive advantage and climate & sustainability. Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of 'The Quantum Spin by HKA', Veronica Combs discusses upskilling and reskilling with Professor Dr. Helena Liebelt from the Deggendorf Institute of Technology (DIT). Dr. Liebelt shares her extensive experience in both academia and industry, highlighting the importance of upskilling and preparing a workforce capable of advancing in the quantum and HPC sectors. At DIT, Dr. Liebelt founded the first master’s degree in HPC and quantum computing, designing a program with workforce needs in mind where students spend half the week in classes and the other half working with quantum industry leaders. The episode also covers the challenges and opportunities within the quantum computing landscape, the role of HPC in quantum's future, and practical advice for those seeking to enter the field. 00:00 Introduction to Quantum Spin Podcast 00:36 Introducing Professor Dr. Helene Liebelt 01:02 Overview of the New Master's Program 02:23 Challenges and Opportunities in Quantum Computing 03:34 Building the Quantum Workforce 06:01 Professor Liebelt's Industry Experience 09:40 The Role of HPC and Quantum Computing 10:33 Insights on Quantum Chips and Mass Production 12:19 Details of the Master's Program 15:09 Germany's Investment in Quantum Technology 16:37 Advice for Aspiring Quantum Professionals 17:57 Conclusion and Application Information Professor Dr. Helena Liebelt Helena founded her first digital start-up company at the age 18, while still studying Computer Science. She started her Intel career in 2005 as an Application Engineer within the Software and Solutions Group (SSG), developing good understanding of software products and the ISV market. She moved on building a SW lab supporting internal engineering community as well as external customers. Initially starting out as a local service unit, she lastly was managing a worldwide operating SW enabling lab, supporting, with her constantly growing team, a variety of SSG and SMG (as in press and marketing support) departments along the way. She gained marketing experience during a 6-month rotation to Portland where she was responsible for the definition of an application harvesting process for scale media apps and games, definition of benefits and the design and implementations of a program for ISVs and Intel. Since 2010 Helena was leading the HPC Market in Germany. Working with the in-country resources as well as collaborating and leveraging off the central enabling, marketing and platform teams to grow German HPC business. In 2018 Helena received the prestigious Intel Achievement Award for her contribution to HPC. She has Doctorate in Economics (“Strategic change management in post crisis environment”) as well as formal education in Business Administration and Computer Science. In 2018 Helena received a tenured position as a full Professor of Computer Science at her Alma Mater, the Deggendorf Institute of Technology (DIT), where she is building a new HPC department. Helena is also the director of the IT-Centre in charge of University IT. Helena founded the first HPC/QC Technology master courses at the DIT in autumn 2021 with a high demand of students. As of 1st of June 2023, Helena founded a new Institute of Future Technologies in Deggendorf as part of the DIT, being its director since then. Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of 'The Quantum Spin by HKA,' host Veronica Combs discusses how to support women in the quantum industry with Biljana Rajevic, Head of Strategy, Corporate Development, and Public Relations at Quantum Brilliance and the founder of Quantum Women. The conversation explores the motivations and initiatives of Quantum Women, including mentoring, networking, and raising the visibility of women’s work in quantum sciences. Biljana also shares her strategies for building relationships, and her thoughts on responsible quantum computing. Tune in to learn about her efforts to create an inclusive, equitable environment in the quantum industry and her insights on the vibrant quantum ecosystem in Australia. 00:00 Introduction to Quantum Spin Podcast 00:36 Meet Biljana Rajevic: Quantum Brilliance and Quantum Women 01:18 Empowering Women in Quantum: Initiatives and Goals 05:00 Power and Influence in the Workplace 10:09 Building Relationships in the Quantum Industry 12:37 Responsible Quantum Computing 14:35 The Vibrant Australian Quantum Ecosystem 16:00 Communicating Quantum: Progress and Misconceptions 17:01 Conclusion and Call for Volunteers About Biliana Rajevic Biliana is a seasoned executive with more than 25 years of experience across financial services, technology, and quantum technology.  She has held leadership roles in large organisations, boutique firms, and start-ups across Australia, the U.S., and Europe. Biliana began her career in New York as a B2B SaaS Product Manager before transitioning to Wall Street, specialising in capital markets, leveraged finance, and structured finance.  After 18 years in New York, she relocated to Australia, where she continued her impactful career.  Currently, she is the Strategy and Corporate Development Lead at Quantum Brilliance, a full-stack quantum technology company, directing strategic corporate and partnership initiatives.  She is also the Co-founder and Director of Quantum Women, a not-for-profit professional organisation dedicated to empowering women in quantum technology.  Biliana serves as Co-Chair of the Australian Quantum Alliance, sits on the Swinburne Industry Research Advisory Board, and is a Working Group Member of the World Economic Forum’s Quantum Applications Hub initiative. Previously, Biliana led strategic engagement at QuintessenceLabs, an Australian quantum cybersecurity company and played a pivotal role at Sydney Quantum Academy as their inaugural Industry Engagement Manager. Biliana holds an MBA from the Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University. Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The US has 10 federal quantum research centers and four of them are in or near Chicago (California has only two). That’s only one reason the city was named a U.S. Regional and Innovation Technology Hub for quantum tech. Science writer Meredith Fore covers the quantum scene including national labs, universities and startups for the Chicago Quantum Exchange. She shares stories of scientists and technical advances in the region. Meredith Fore is a science writer at the Chicago Quantum Exchange, a consortium of academic institutions, national labs, and corporate partners with the collective goal of advancing quantum information technology. She became a full-time science writer after leaving the physics PhD program at the University of Washington in Seattle, participating in the 2019 AAAS Mass Media Fellowship program at WIRED and freelancing for publications such as Physics, LiveScience, and Symmetry. She enjoys sci-fi television, anime, and hiking and backpacking with her partner and Brownie, their dog. You can find her on Twitter, LinkedIn and at her personal website. Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HKA Marketing Communications⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠⁠

Alex Challans started writing about quantum computing right before Google’s big announcement in 2019. Since then, he’s expanded his company from one publication–The Quantum Insider–to four and built a data intelligence company. He shares his assessment of the state of the quantum industry and advice on how to keep up with a steady flow of scientific advancements and patent filings. Alex Challans is the CEO and co-founder of Resonance. Resonance is the leading provider of market intelligence across deep technology verticals such as quantum, space, metaverse, climate and AI. The business serves hundreds of clients - ranging from startups to national governments - with its SaaS subscription intelligence, strategic advisory and marketing offerings. Alex was previously a Director in a UK based private equity fund, where he focused on data and tech investments.  Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠⁠ HKA Marketing Communications ⁠⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/⁠

Bard Professor Paul Cadden-Zimansky wants everyone from kindergarteners to CEOs to celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology in 2025. One of his goals for the initiative is to illustrate the many pathways to jobs in science and technology. He shares his own story that includes both a C in high school physics and a successful career as a professor and superconductivity researcher. Paul Cadden-Zimansky is an associate professor of physics and director of the Physics Program at Bard College. A condensed matter physicist, Paul earned his Ph.D. from Northwestern University and has held research appointments at Columbia University, Argonne National Laboratory, and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory.  Paul also has a background in the history and philosophy of science, holding a master's degree from the London School of Economics and is a former chair of the American Physical Society's Forum on the History and Philosophy of Physics.  He is currently a member of the International Year of Quantum Executive Committee convened by the Physical Society to coordinate a global celebration and public outreach campaign celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics in 2025. Learn more at Quantum2025.org. Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠⁠⁠ HKA Marketing Communications⁠⁠https://hkamarcom.com/

QAI Ventures just celebrated its first anniversary as a $50 million, early-stage venture fund and startup accelerator. Anca Albu is the chief marketing officer at QAI Ventures and works with entrepreneurs to help them craft compelling stories about their work. She helped build the largest and most active angel investor network in Switzerland, so she knows what it takes to build a community of funders, mentors and supporters around a new industry. In this episode, she explains lessons learned after one year, the importance of storytelling for quantum leaders, and what’s next for her team.  Anca Albu is the CMO of QAI Ventures, a Quantum Ecosystem Builder empowering Quantum Technologies’ global transformation with strategic startup investments and collaborative ecosystem building.  With extensive knowledge in ethical marketing and vast multicultural business acumen, Anca works towards creating a more positive present and building a healthy future.   In her former role as Managing Director of the Swiss ICT Investor Club, she built Switzerland's largest and most active angel investor network of more than 500 members. She was actively involved in developing the tech-entrepreneurial revolution that engulfed the world starting in 2010 as part of the core Startup Weekend team.  She is driven by the understanding that the development of new technologies comes with significant new ethical challenges that have to be addressed alongside. Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic and has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/⁠ HKA Marketing Communications https://hkamarcom.com/