State of the Global Quantum Industry: Government Leadership Forum

State of the Global Quantum Industry: Government Leadership Forum

April 15, 2026 @ 11:20 am - 11:50 am

  • Convene Hamilton Square, Forum
  • QED-C Quantum Summit

About Session

Senior government leaders examine how public sector priorities align with industry needs, including research investment, infrastructure, workforce development, and international strategy. The discussion connects the report’s findings to the policy decisions shaping the future of quantum.

Moderator: Celia Merzbacher, Executive Director, QED-C

Speakers:

  • Ethan Klein, U.S. Chief Technology Officer
  • Dario Gil, Under Secretary for Science, U.S. Department of Energy
  • Erwin Gianchandani, Assistant Director, National Science Foundation

Speakers

Ethan Klein

Ethan Klein

United States Chief Technology Officer
Erwin Gianchandani

Erwin Gianchandani

Assistant Director, Directorate of Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP), National Science Foundation
Dario Gil

Dario Gil

Under Secretary for Science, Department of Energy
Celia Merzbacher

Celia Merzbacher

Executive Director, QED-C