Quantum Tech Applications: Is the future here now?

​In this panel, we will explore the question – will the ChatGPT moment of Quantum Tech come soon? How are industry leaders thinking about investing in, developing, and integrating Quantum Tech today? How do you drive a deep-tech focused business forward, when it is nearly impossible to assess ROI?

​Panelists:
Albert Green, PhD President & CEO, QuantumCT
Ray Smets, President & CEO, Quantum Circuits, Inc
Michael C. Kunkel, PhD, Director of Technologies at Emerging Technologies, Travelers Insurance

​Agenda:
4:10-5:20 Panel
5:20-6:00 Networking Reception

​This event is hosted by Yale SOM AI Association, supported by Yale Quantum Institute and Yale Undergraduate Quantum Club.

​The Networking Reception is made possible through the support of Tahoe Quantum www.tahoequantum.com

​About the Speakers:

​Albert Green,PhD - President & CEO, QuantumCT

​Dr. Albert Green is a physicist, entrepreneur, and innovation leader with over 30 years of experience driving technological and economic transformation. As President and CEO of QuantumCT, he is leading Connecticut’s charge to become a national hub for quantum innovation through strategic partnerships between academia, industry, and government. Dr. Green previously served as CEO of Kent Displays, where he transformed a university-developed technology into the Boogie Board eWriter brand, growing the company’s revenue 20-fold and generating over $200 million in global sales. He is also the founder of AMG Consulting Group, where he advised startups and corporations on innovation strategy, and co-founder of MATCorp, securing federal R&D contracts for advanced technology commercialization. Earlier in his career, he led multimillion-dollar advanced materials and nanotechnology programs at SAIC. A holder of 26 patents and recipient of numerous honors including the Ohio Exporter of the Year and Cleveland Tech Award, Dr. Green holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Stanford University and a B.A. in Physics from the University of Chicago, and has served on national innovation councils to shape the future of U.S. manufacturing and technology policy.

​Ray Smets - President & CEO, Quantum Circuits, Inc

​Ray Smets is President and CEO of Quantum Circuits and a member of the board.

​Prior to joining Quantum Circuits, Ray held executive leadership positions in companies spanning multiple high-tech domains, including computing, security, and networking. Most recently, Ray was CEO of Napatech A/S, a publicly listed network interface market share leader servicing global enterprise, data center, cloud, and telecom customers. Previously, he held leadership positions driving Cisco’s $1B+ wireless LAN business, Motorola’s cable modem business, McAfee Security’s network probes and security business, and AT&T’s cloud networking business.

​Ray graduated from the University of Florida College of Engineering in Computer Science, earned an MBA, and is an alumnus of Stanford University’s Executive Program.

​Michael Kunkel, PhD - Director of Technologies at Emerging Technologies, Travelers Insurance

​Dr. Michael C. Kunkel is a physicist and quantum technology specialist with nearly 15 years of experience in product R&D and scientific research. With a deep focus on quantum computing, quantum networking, and hybrid quantum-AI systems, he brings a unique blend of academic rigor, applied research, and strategic vision to the forefront of emerging technologies. Dr. Kunkel earned his Ph.D. in Nuclear and Particle Physics from Old Dominion University and holds certifications from the University of Chicago and MIT in quantum science and algorithms.

​Currently serving as the Director of Technologies for Emerging Technologies at Travelers Insurance, Dr. Kunkel explores quantum-enabled disruption across the insurance industry and leads initiatives on quantum deep learning, quantum cybersecurity, and optimization. His past research includes high-performance computing, Monte Carlo simulations, and advanced AI modeling, including quantum-enhanced methods, developed during his tenure as a postdoctoral scientist at Forschungszentrum Jülich in Germany.

​Before his civilian career, Dr. Kunkel served as a United States Marine, where he led over 50 Marines in maintaining AH-1W and UH-1N aircraft—a leadership foundation that continues to influence his professional approach today. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Kunkel remains committed to community service through active volunteerism, demonstrating his dedication to excellence in all aspects of his life.