Special Presentations

Special Presentation: Chicago Quantum Exchange

Thanks again to Chicago Quantum Exchange’s Kate Timmerman and Emily Whitman Easton for joining this past Monday call to present on their organization’s work and the massive opportunity of quantum technology as a key emerging area for new research and investment leading to novel applications in supply chain optimization and much more! 

Here’s more information on Chicago Quantum Exchange, and make sure to connect with Kate and Emily directly should you wish to build off their great presentation on this past Monday call.

David Van Siclen, Project Operations Director

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