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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 âThe Quantum Spin by HKA,â 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:â â â â â â â â https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/â â â â â â â â
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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 masterâs 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 LiebeltHelena 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 (âStrategic change management in post crisis environmentâ) 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.
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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 womenâs 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 Forumâs 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.
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In this episode of 'The Quantum Spin by HKA,' host Veronica Combs chats with Celia Merzbacher, Executive Director of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C). They discuss how identifying the gaps â in technology, workforce and policy â can lay the groundwork for winning government funding and making significant advances in the industry.
Early in her career, Celia learned the power of policy. She worked in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy as an Assistant Director for Technology R&D and was a vice president at the Semiconductor Research Corporation. Now she is applying those lessons to the quantum industry as the executive director of QED-C.
Key topics include:
The evolution of the quantum industry over the past five years
Networking benefits for QED-C members, and efforts to expand internationally
A discussion about practical applications of quantum technologies, potential uses, and the importance of being 'post-quantum' ready
An examination of the impact of export controls, regional investments in quantum, and the upcoming reauthorization of the National Quantum Initiative Act
Looking ahead, Celia discusses QED-C's focus on outreach, education, and developing a roadmap for quantum network applications. The episode concludes with reflections on the importance of consortiums in advancing the quantum sector.
Dr. Celia Merzbacher is Executive Director of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C), a consortium that aims to enable and grow the U.S. quantum industry. QED-C is supported by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and approximately 250 industry, academic and other members worldwide and is managed by SRI International. Dr. Merzbacher is on the CSIS Commission on U.S. Quantum Leadership and is U.S. Co-Chair of the Quad Investors Networkâs Quantum Center of Excellence. She also serves as an advisor to several quantum research organizations. Previously, she was the Assistant Director of Technology R&D at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and Executive Director of the Presidentâs Council of Advisors for Science and Technology. Dr. Merzbacher is a Fellow of the AAAS and served as Chair of the National Materials and Manufacturing Board of the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine.
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:â â â â â â â https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/â â â â â â â
HKA Marketing Communicationsâ â â â â â https://hkamarcom.com/â â â â
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In his role as Chief Analyst at Global Quantum Intelligence, David Shaw combines a PhD in physics with years of advising executives in tech, healthcare, energy, and financial services. This understanding of quantum mechanics and the technology life cycle gives him a unique perspective on quantum hardware. In this episode, he explains how many âchipsâ it will take to build a quantum computer, how far we are from modularity, and why quantum sensing should get more attention.
David Shaw has worked extensively across a wide range of sectors including Technology, Healthcare, Energy and Financial Services. He has held a number of senior executive roles in public and private companies. David studied Physics at Oxford, and has a PhD in Physics from UCL. He is a member of the Institute of Physics. David founded Fact Based Insight to provide insight and advisory services across the quantum technology sector. Now combined with the Quantum Computing Report and Interference Advisors, that journey continues as Global Quantum Intelligence.
Chief Analyst - Global Quantum Intelligence
www.global-qi.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidkshaw/
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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.
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The US has 10 federal quantum research centers and four of them are in or near Chicago (California has only two). Thatâs 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:â â â â â https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/â â â â â
HKA Marketing Communicationsâ â â â https://hkamarcom.com/â â
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Alex Challans started writing about quantum computing right before Googleâs big announcement in 2019. Since then, heâs expanded his company from one publicationâThe Quantum Insiderâto 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:â â â â https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/â â â â
HKA Marketing Communications â â â https://hkamarcom.com/â
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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.
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Brian Lenahan founded the Quantum Strategy Institute to demystify quantum technology for the global business community. As a Quantum Top Voice on Linked In, he does this via informative and interesting posts and through his three-times-a week newsletter, âQuantumâs Business.â In this interview, he explains why every organization needs a quantum strategist and why evaluating quantum solutions doesnât require a physics degree.
Brian Lenahan, founder and chair of the Quantum Strategy Institute, a global think tank, is a three time LinkedIn Quantum Top Voice and the author of 7 Amazon published books on artificial and quantum technologies. He is a consultant to corporate and scale-up organizations helping create technology roadmaps. Brian has been quoted in Forbes magazine and is active on social media with over 10,000 LinkedIn followers and thousands of Substack subscribers.
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: â â https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/â â
HKA Marketing Communications
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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 whatâs next for her team.
Anca Albu is the CMO of QAI Ventures, a Quantum Ecosystem Builder empowering Quantum Technologiesâ 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: â https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicacombs/â
HKA Marketing Communications
https://hkamarcom.com/
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Professor Chris Ferrie has straightforward advice when it comes to explaining quantum technologies to audiences of all ages: Keep it simple and keep it fresh. He also has some suggestions about how to finetune your BS detector and sort the hype from the real advancements in the quantum industry.
In this episode, Chris describes his writing strategy for his books ranging from âQuantum for Babiesâ to âQuantum Bullsh*tâ and shares some news about his own venture into the world of quantum startups.
Author Chris Ferrie is a quantum physicist by day and father by night. His passion for communicating science has led from the most esoteric topics of mathematical physics to more recently writing childrenâs books. His published works include âGoodnight Lab,â âBaby University Explore Science Board Book Set,â âQuantum Bullsh*t: How to Ruin Your Life with Advice from Quantum Physics,â and his newest release, â42 Reasons to Hate the Universe (and one reason not to).â
Chris is an Associate Professor at the University of Technology Sydney and Centre for Quantum Software and Information. His research interests include quantum estimation and control, and the use of machine learning to solve statistical problems in quantum information science. He has a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Institute for Quantum Computing and University of Waterloo.
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/
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Are we seeing now, or will we face a quantum winter? HKA asks research analyst James Sanders about quantum computingâs prospects into 2024. Well-read and informed, James has a deep understanding of the computing infrastructures that power enterprise workloads. He researches quantum computing and networks as well as public, hybrid and private cloud platforms to help clients make the right choices for their businesses â and to share what he learns with The Quantum Spin audience.James is a cloud and quantum computing analyst for CCS Insight. Prior to joining the firm, James was a research analyst with 451 Research of S&P Global Market Intelligence. He previously worked as an enterprise tech journalist at TechRepublic, where he first dove into quantum computing, developed his knowledge base and kick-started colleague Veronica Combsâ quantum journey, which led her to HKA.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.
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Quantum technology may do a lot for healthcare. Putting data to use in personalized and precision medicine, optimizing nurse scheduling and enabling doctors to see neurons sparking across the brain are a few examples. Nardo Manaloto is working to solve healthcare challenges using innovation, enterprise architecture and emerging tech to impact clinical care and improve business operations.
Managing Partner of Qubits Ventures, a VC firm specializing in early-stage quantum and photonics tech startups, Nardo is a healthcare and deep tech industry veteran with over 25 years of experience. He also serves as managing director of Quantum & Photonics Accelerator, and as CEO of Catalaize, advising and connecting innovators, investors, healthcare organizations and other industries to help them succeed.
Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing and tech clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic, where she was a senior writer. She has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.
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Sergio Gago works with quantum algorithms at Moodyâs Analytics and tracks quantum industry news in his popular Substack newsletter, Quantum Pirates. The serial interim CTO, investor, and entrepreneur has deep experience in tech but is not afraid to poke a little fun at the industry. In this episode of The Quantum Spin, Sergio shares his expertise in quantum computing and quantum information systems and how he applies quantum tech to risk management for finance, insurance and other major industries.
Sergio is Managing Director of AI, Machine Learning and Quantum Computing at Moody's Analytics. He founded, ran and sold Qapitan Quantum, an API marketplace. Sergio has studied quantum computing and quantum information systems, earning a degree in telecom engineering as well as an MBA. He enjoys teaching the next generation as Barcelona Technology School Master Director of Big Data and AI.
Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing and tech clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic, where she was a senior writer. She has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.
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Doug Finke has been pioneering what we know and how we think about supercomputing, high-performance computing and now quantum computing for nearly half a century. The renowned quantum computing journalist, analyst and expert tells The Quantum Spin about communicating and curating quantum news and why you donât want to write a press release to impress your mom.
Doug is an accomplished computer industry executive with background at some of the world's largest computer (IBM), semiconductor (Intel) and storage (Western Digital) companies. He currently serves as Publisher and Managing Editor of the Quantum Computing Report and Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer of Global Quantum Intelligence.
Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing and tech clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic, where she was a senior writer. She has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.
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Jacob Siderman is a member of the first-ever class of the UCLA Master of Quantum Science and Technology (MQST) program and a Quantum Optoelectronics Graduate Intern at HRL Laboratories. Jacob joins host Veronica Combs to talk about the new quantum masterâs program and what heâs learned at UCLA, HRL Laboratories and HKA, where he completed a previous internship.
Jacob is passionate about the development and deployment of novel and impactful quantum technologies. He has experience in Trapped Ion Qubit Research at UCLA, Quantum Optics, Ensemble Quantum Computing, Modeling/Simulation and Quantum Information & Algorithms. Jacob is preparing to join the workforce in quantum computing and laser physics.
Veronica is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing and tech clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic, where she was a senior writer. She has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.
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Host Veronica Combs asks Kenna Hughes-Castleberry about quantum marketing and communications, what's new at the emerging quantum hub of Boulder, CO and her fascinations with octopuses and crows.
Kenna is the Science Communicator at JILA, a joint institute of the University of Colorado Boulder and NIST (National Institute for Standards & Technology), and Editor-in-Chief of their journal Light & Matter. She is also a freelance science journalist; her beats include deep technology, quantum technology, AI, diversity within the tech industries, cephalopods and corvids. Kennaâs work has been featured in publications including Scientific American, New Scientist, Discover Magazine, Ars Technica, Astronomy Magazine, Leaps Magazine, ChemistryWorld, Physics.org, Colorado Magazine, Inside Quantum Technology, The Quantum Insider, The Deep Tech Insider, the Metaverse Insider, The Debrief and Octonation. She sits on the board of SWARM (Science Writers Association of the Rocky Mountains) and teaches science writing to graduate students at JILA.
Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing and tech clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic, where she was a senior writer. She has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.
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Host and HKA Account Manager Veronica Combs interviews her boss, HKA Executive Vice President Mike Kilroy. Both experienced marketers and trained journalists, they discuss how they communicate the quantum industry's complex subject matter and help companies share their quantum tech innovations and business growth with the world.
Mike is the backbone of HKA, guiding the quantum practice as well as client executives on best practices. For 25 years, he has been leading award-winning communications programs and making media magic for emerging, mid-sized and top-tier brands including Epson, Toshiba, Ericsson, Cisco and Ingram Micro.
Veronica is a quantum tech editor and writer who manages PR efforts for quantum computing and tech clients. She joined HKA from TechRepublic, where she was a senior writer. Veronica has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years. -
Welcome to The Quantum Spin, the #1 podcast at the intersection of quantum computing + technology and marketing + communications, where the ultimate quantum communicators talk media, messaging and emerging tech.
Host Veronica Combs is a quantum tech editor, writer and PR professional. She manages public relations for quantum computing and tech clients as an account manager with HKA Marketing Communications, the #1 agency in quantum tech PR. Veronica joined HKA from TechRepublic, where she was a senior writer. She has covered technology, healthcare and business strategy for more than 10 years.
Subscribe for Episode 1 on September 13, 2023: Veronica interviews her boss, HKA Executive Vice President Mike Kilroy, about keeping media hype in check, the next turning point in human history and what the Wright Brothers have to do with quantum technology.
