Quantum Computing in Business and Private Equity
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">November 17, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET</h3>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Quantum computing is moving from theory to real-world impact. In this one-hour webinar, experts from science and business will cut through the hype to explore where the technology stands, how it&#8217;s being applied in sectors like logistics and cybersecurity, and what to expect next. We will also examine how private equity and venture capital are investing in quantum—and which industries are poised to benefit most from its breakthroughs.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>This roundtable discussion will explore:</strong></p>



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<li><strong>Market impact:</strong>&nbsp;How the pace of development is influencing global markets and the role of private equity and venture capital in accelerating quantum breakthroughs.</li>



<li><strong>Quantum’s evolution:&nbsp;</strong>Moving rapidly from theoretical physics to a transformative technology with real-world impact.</li>



<li><strong>Industry influence:&nbsp;</strong>Reshaping sectors, driving innovation, and attracting major investment.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Series Moderator</h2>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Josh Lerner</h5>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">The Jacob H. Schiff Professor, Harvard Business School; Director, Private Capital Research Institute</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Panelists</h2>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Matthew Kinsella</h5>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">CEO,&nbsp;Infleqtion</p>
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<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Reed Sturtevant</h5>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">General Partner, The Engine Ventures</p>
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<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Bill McMahon, PhD</h5>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Minnow Venture Partners</p>
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<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Shahin Farshchi, PhD</h5>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">Partner, Lux Capital</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">All: Free</h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">About the Series</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The “Private Capital and Discovery: Strategic Investing in Scientific Innovation” series is brought to you by The New York Academy of Sciences and The Private Capital Research Institute. Through expert panels and thought-provoking discussions, the series examines how private equity is uniquely positioned to drive transformative advancements—while also exploring the ethical and strategic dilemmas that can arise when financial incentives influence the trajectory of science. <strong><a href="/shaping-science/event/private-capital-and-discovery-series/" title="">Learn more about the series</a>.</strong></p>



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