From Quantum Promise to Quantum Impact
Join us at Pasqal Thoughts in Paris, on April 14, 2026 our annual flagship event uniting quantum pioneers, industry leaders, researchers, and innovators shaping the future.
Why Attend Pasqal Thoughts
- Exclusive Insights into Quantum & AI Synergy
Discover how the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence will redefine the next era of technological innovation. - From Science to Business Impact
Gain insight into how quantum is moving from research to real-world applications and commercial value. - Strategic Vision & Roadmaps
Gain clarity on industry trajectories, national strategies, and Pasqal’s roadmap for achieving quantum advantage. - Networking with the Quantum Ecosystem
Connect with government representatives, hyperscalers, and global partners during dedicated networking sessions and the closing cocktail.
Join the best quantum event, don’t miss it.
Confirmed Speakers
Adrien Signoles
Chief Hardware Officer
Pasqal
Alexandre Dauphin
VP Quantum Materials
Pasqal
Antoine Browaeys
Co-founder &
Research Director
CNRS
Christophe Legrand
SVP Global Business Development
Pasqal
Constantin Dalyac
Quantum Advantage Project Manager
Pasqal
Esperanza Cuenca-Gómez
Developer Relations Manager, Quantum Computing
NVIDIA
Félix Givois
Quantum Computing Projects Engineer
GENCI
Frédéric Barbaresco
Smart Sensing Segment Leader
THALES
Jaap Kautz
VP Product
Pasqal
Loïc Henriet
CEO
Pasqal
Madhavi Mantha
Head, Strategy & Partnerships
PINQ2
Marco Horanieh
Moderator
Minseong Lee
Scientist
MagLab
Mourad Beji
Chief Software Officer
Pasqal
Paco Martin
STSM and Global Lead, ISVs & Technical Integrations
IBM Quantum
Pascal Scholl
Hardware Technology Owner
Pasqal
Ryan Abronski
Senior Associate
Morgan Creek Capital Management
Sara Marzella
Direzione HPC Supercalcolo
CINECA
Véronique Dentan
Chief Engineering and Production Officer
Pasqal
Wasiq Bokhari
Executive Chairman
Pasqal
Preliminary Agenda
13:00
Welcome & Check-in
14:05
Keynote
The Vision of Pasqal
- Wasiq Bokhari, Executive Chairman of the Board at Pasqal
14:20
Interview
Quantum + AI: Powering the Next Computing Era
- Loïc Henriet, CEO at Pasqal
- Esperanza Cuenca-Gómez, Developer Relations Manager, Quantum Computing at NVIDIA
14:40
Keynote
From Lab to Reality: The Science Behind Neutral Atoms
- Antoine Browaeys, Co-founder & Research Director at CNRS
14:55
Panel Discussion
Demonstrating Quantum Advantage & Our Material Science Results
- Constantin Dalyac, Quantum Advantage Project Manager at Pasqal
- Alexandre Dauphin, VP Quantum Materials at Pasqal
- Minseong Lee, Scientist at MagLab
15:15
Panel Discussion
Neutral-Atom Roadmap: What’s Next? + FTQC
- Loïc Henriet, CEO at Pasqal
- TBC
15:30
Keynote
From Promise to Impact: New Announcements, Market Insights & What’s Next
- Jaap Kautz, VP Product at Pasqal
- Christophe Legrand, SVP Global Business Development at Pasqal
16:00
Break
16:30
Panel Discussion
Hybrid Computing: When HPC Meets Quantum
- Sara Marzella, Direzione HPC Supercalcolo at CINECA
- Paco Martin, STSM and Global Lead, ISVs & Technical Integrations at IBM Quantum
- Félix Givois, Quantum Computing Projects Engineer at GENCI
16:40
Keynote
Quantum in Financial Services
- Ryan Abronski, Senior Associate at Morgan Creek Capital Management
16:55
Panel Discussion
Quantum Optimization
- Frédéric Barbaresco, Smart Sensing Segment Leader at THALES
- TBC
17:10
Panel Discussion
Our Global Quantum Ecosystem: Partners & Collaborations
- Madhavi Mantha, Head, Strategy & Partnerships at PINQ2
- TBC
17:20
Closing
Closing & Recap
- Wasiq Bokhari, Executive Chairman of the Board at Pasqal
17:40
Networking Cocktail
Be part of the Pasqal Thoughts experience.
Event Highlights
120+
Attendees
15+
Speakers
10+
Countries
Location
Le Cercle d’Aumale, 22 Rue d’Aumale, Paris – France
Located in the vibrant 9th arrondissement, Le Cercle d’Aumale offers an elegant and intimate setting for high-level discussions and networking among quantum leaders.
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