On August 4, 2025, Quantum Coast Capital, in partnership with Meaningful Ventures 2.0, co-hosted the Quantum Leadership Summit: Talent, Technology & Transformation in Montana. The retreat convened executives from Atom Computing, Quantinuum, D-Wave, and IonQ alongside investors, policymakers, and academic leaders for an unprecedented dialogue on the future of quantum technology.
The summit explored critical themes spanning AI integration, sensing technologies, supply chain resilience, and the intersection of capital, policy, and talent. Education and workforce development emerged as a central focus, with Montana’s growing photonics and quantum ecosystem—including the launch of QCORE at Montana State University—positioned as a vital contributor to U.S. quantum readiness.
“This gathering demonstrated that leadership in quantum will not be defined solely by machines, but by the partnerships, policies, and vision that connect science with national strategy,” said Matt Cimaglia, Founder and Managing Partner of Quantum Coast Capital.
The event also featured remarks from Senator Steve Daines, who emphasized Montana’s role in advancing national quantum leadership, noting: “By building these public-private partnerships and securing American leadership in the quantum space, we can ensure that the United States is at the forefront of innovation. Montana is proud to play a part in that future.”
With candid conversations, new alliances, and international perspectives—including NATO and UN-related discussions—the summit underscored the urgency of coordinated action. As one participant reflected, “This was about more than technology—it was about aligning the people and the strategies that will determine who leads the next era.”