Sponsor & Exhibit At QWC
Quantum World Congress 2026 is where the world’s quantum ecosystem comes to do business, forge collaborations, and define what’s next. As the industry accelerates toward commercial scale, QWC offers unmatched access to the researchers, investors, technologists, policymakers, and global leaders shaping the future. Sponsorship at QWC 2026 isn’t just visibility — it’s influence. It’s your organization at the center of the conversation that moves the field forward. This is your moment to lead.
What’s Next in Quantum Starts Here.
Quantum World Congress 2026 is where the global quantum ecosystem comes together to accelerate discovery, deployment, and commercialization. From seminal research announcements to industry-shaping investments, from federal initiatives to startup breakthroughs, QWC is the convening that sets the tone for the next era.
Sponsorship at QWC isn’t just brand visibility — it’s platform, influence, and access at the heart of the world’s most dynamic quantum hub. In 2026, as we take the Congress to College Park, the center of quantum commercialization, your presence matters more than ever.
Sponsorship Tiers
Align your organization with Quantum World Congress at the highest level — unlocking premium visibility, thought leadership, and direct access to a global ecosystem of innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders.
Platinum
$95,000
As a Platinum Sponsor, you are not just supporting an event but aligning your brand with the forefront of quantum innovation and thought leadership. This elite level of sponsorship positions your organization at the heart of Quantum World Congress, offering unparalleled visibility and engagement with an audience of key decision-makers, industry experts, and global influencers in the quantum field. Benefits include:
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Press release announcing platinum sponsorship
Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Personalized sponsor webpage detailing relevant programming, speakers, and participation
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication
Pre-event principal interview feature
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15-minute plenary keynote
1-minute video shown during plenary
One Tier-A exhibit booth
20% discount on sponsorship add-ons
Two invitations to the exclusive VIP International Dinner
Headline listing on electronic screens
Principal media availability pitched to all on-site media
20 complimentary event passes
Unlimited discount event passes available at $400 off general attendee rate
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Author post-event email to attendees
Inclusion in the post-event press release
Keynote photos and video in post-event web, email, and social media
GOLD
$55,000
As a Gold Sponsor of Quantum World Congress, your organization becomes a key player in the quantum technology landscape. This distinguished sponsorship level showcases your commitment to advancing quantum innovation, providing significant exposure and opportunities for engagement with influential leaders, experts, and decision-makers in the field. By choosing the Gold Sponsorship, you place your brand among the leading voices ensuring impactful connections and visibility in this dynamic and rapidly evolving industry. Benefits include:
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Inclusion in the list of sponsors in pre-event advisories and press releases
Social media announcement
Website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in select outgoing social and email communication
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15-minute main stage keynote during the afternoon
One speaker in a breakout track session or panel
$9,000 credit towards sponsorship add-ons
15% discount on sponsorship add-ons above & beyond the $9K Credit
Headline listing on electronic screens
One invitation to the exclusive VIP International Dinner
10 complimentary event passes
Unlimited discount event passes available at $400 off general attendee rate
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Inclusion in the post-event press release
Photos and video in post-event web, email, and social media
SILVER
$20,000
As a Silver Sponsor at Quantum World Congress, your organization will be recognized as a vital contributor to the advancement of quantum technology. This respected sponsorship level grants your brand valuable exposure and networking opportunities with prominent figures in the quantum community. By selecting the Silver Sponsorship, you position your company as an engaged participant in the quantum dialogue, connecting with industry experts and thought leaders. Your involvement at this level signifies a strong commitment to the quantum field, offering meaningful interactions and visibility within this innovative sphere. Benefits include:
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Inclusion in the list of sponsors in pre-event advisories and press releases
Website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in select outgoing social and email communication
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$4,500 credit towards sponsorship add-ons
10% discount on sponsorship add-ons above & beyond the $4.5K Credit
Headline listing on electronic screens
5 complimentary event passes
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Inclusion in the post-event press release
Photos and video in post-event web, email, and social media
bronze
$5,000
As a Bronze Sponsor at Quantum World Congress, your organization gains focused brand visibility at one of the world’s leading quantum industry gatherings. This branding-centered sponsorship level positions your company alongside global innovators, researchers, policymakers, investors, and emerging talent, demonstrating your support for the advancement of quantum technologies. Bronze Sponsorship offers meaningful recognition across select event materials and digital platforms, providing consistent exposure and credibility within the quantum ecosystem—an ideal opportunity for organizations seeking strong brand presence and alignment with the future of quantum innovation. Benefits include:
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Inclusion in the list of sponsors in pre-event advisories and press releases
Website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in select outgoing social and email communication
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10% discount on sponsorship add-ons
Headline listing on electronic screens
2 complimentary event passes
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Inclusion in the post-event press release
exhibition opportunities
Showcase your technologies, solutions, and capabilities on the expo floor — engaging directly with attendees, partners, and decision-makers driving the future of quantum and advanced technologies.
exhibit
Tier-A: $11,500
Tier-B: $9,000
Tier-C: $7,250
As an Exhibitor at Quantum World Congress, your organization becomes a visible and integral part of the quantum community's vibrant exchange of ideas and innovations. Exhibiting in our expo, you will have the unique opportunity to showcase your products, services, and advancements directly to a diverse and engaged audience of quantum technology professionals and enthusiasts. Your presence as an Exhibitor amplifies your brand visibility and opens doors for meaningful interactions, collaborations, and the forging of new business relationships in the quantum field. This participation signifies your active role in the quantum technology ecosystem, connecting you with key players and potential clients. Benefits include:
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Website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication where exhibitors are listed
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Professional photography of your booth
Exhibitor booth space
8 x 10 Booth: Tier-A & Tier-B
8 x 8 Booth: Tier-C
Complimentary event passes:
2 passes: Tier-A, Tier-B & Tier-C
Lead retrieval
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Inclusion in post-event press release where exhibitors are listed
global participation
Join a truly international platform. Engage with country delegations, global partners, and cross-border collaborations that are shaping the worldwide quantum ecosystem.
Country
Pavilion
Pavilion A: $50,000
Pavilion B: $40,000
The Country Pavilion sponsorship at the Quantum World Congress offers a unique platform to showcase your country's advancements in quantum technology. This premier sponsorship positions your nation at the heart of the exhibit hall, not just as a display but as an interactive passthrough and seating area. It's an ideal space to highlight your country's achievements and innovations in quantum technology and to put individual companies in the spotlight as desired. In addition, this sponsorship includes a co-designed 45-minute breakout track panel, allowing you to collaborate with the Quantum World Congress programming team to create a session that reflects your country's vision and expertise in the quantum field. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication
Dedicated panel promotion across email and social media
Personalized QWC webpage detailing relevant programming, speakers, and participation
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45-minute breakout panel co-designed with QWC programming team
Large expo-hall feature pavilion
Pavilion A: 4 Tier-A Booths
Pavilion B: 4 Tier-B Booths
Headline listing on electronic screens
One invitation to the exclusive VIP International Dinner
Interview opportunity pitched to all on-site media
15 complimentary event passes
Additional event passes available at $400 off general attendee rate
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Inclusion in the post-event press release
Country
Showcase
$20,000
The Country Showcase sponsorship at the Quantum World Congress provides an excellent opportunity for your country to highlight its strides in quantum technology on an international stage. This sponsorship offers a 45-minute session in our breakout track, co-created with our programming team. This session is a perfect platform to delve into your country's unique contributions to the quantum field, allowing for in-depth discussion and engagement with an audience of experts and enthusiasts. The Country Showcase sponsorship is an ideal way to position your country as a critical player in the global quantum community, fostering international collaboration and visibility. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication where international participation is mentioned
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45-minute breakout panel co-designed with QWC programming team
Headline listing on electronic screens
One invitation to the exclusive VIP International Dinner
10 complimentary event passes
Additional event passes available at $400 off general attendee rate
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Inclusion in the post-event press release
signature Sponsorships
Create high-impact brand moments across the attendee experience. From curated networking events to immersive activations, these opportunities position your organization at the center of connection, conversation, and visibility.
Fueling
innovation
Café & BaristA
$55,000
As the Fueling Innovation Café & Barista Sponsor at Quantum World Congress, your organization will be prominently featured in multiple capacities around the Cafe and Barista Area including signage, printed collateral, coffee sleeves, and coffee foam art. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication where sponsors are mentioned
Attendee names and organizations
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Headline listing on electronic screens throughout Capital One Hall
Printed signage in cafe and barista area
Printed collateral available to attendees on barista bar and cafe tables
Your logo on coffee sleeves and written in foam (as available)
Dedicated social media promotion
5 complimentary event passes
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Inclusion in the post-event press release
Startup pitch
competition
presenting sponsor
$50,000
As the presenting sponsor of the Quantum Startup Pitch Competition at the Quantum World Congress, your organization takes center stage in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the quantum sector. This unique sponsorship opportunity positions your brand as a catalyst for emerging talent and cutting-edge ideas. By supporting this dynamic competition, you gain significant visibility and the chance to connect with pioneering startups and influential figures in the quantum community. Your sponsorship demonstrates a commitment to nurturing the next generation of quantum innovators, placing your brand at the intersection of opportunity and advancement. Benefits include:
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Press release announcing presenting sponsorship of this year’s startup pitch competition
Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication where pitch competition is mentioned
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Startup Pitch Competition welcome remarks
One seat on judges panel
Award ceremony participation
Headline listing on electronic screens
One invitation to the exclusive VIP International Dinner
Interview opportunity pitched to all on-site media
Booths available at all levels for 50% discount
5 complimentary event passes
Additional event passes available at $400 off general attendee rate
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Inclusion in the post-event press release
Access to applicant pitch decks
reception
presenting SPONSOR
Opening Reception: $50,000
Closing Reception: $35,000
As the Presenting Sponsor of a Reception at the Quantum World Congress, your organization will have the exclusive opportunity to engage attendees during one of the event’s most high-profile moments. Whether you sponsor the Opening Reception, setting the tone for the conference, or the Closing Reception, providing a memorable finale, your brand will be front and center. This sponsorship positions your company alongside key networking opportunities with industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers. Your brand will gain prominent visibility across the reception space, event materials, and digital platforms, ensuring maximum exposure and alignment with the cutting-edge spirit of the Quantum World Congress. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication where the reception is mentioned
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Welcome remarks at the reception
Headline listing on electronic screens
One invitation to the exclusive VIP International Dinner
Social media mentions anytime the reception is mentioned
5 complimentary event passes
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Inclusion in the post-event press release
event app
and registration
$25,000
As the sponsor of the Event App and Registration Area at the Quantum World Congress, your organization gains a unique opportunity to be the first point of contact for every attendee. This sponsorship places your brand at the forefront of the event experience, starting from the moment participants register and throughout their engagement with the official event app. Your brand will be prominently displayed, offering continuous visibility and association with the essential tools attendees use to navigate and enhance their conference experience. This strategic positioning amplifies your brand’s visibility and aligns it with innovation and convenience, mirroring the cutting-edge nature of the Quantum World Congress itself. This sponsorship is an unparalleled opportunity to embed your brand in the attendees’ journey, from start to finish, at one of the most significant gatherings in the quantum technology field. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication where sponsors and/or event app are mentioned
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Headline listing on electronic screens
Logo placement on the attendee event app
Logo signage in the registration area
Main stage shout-out and thank you when speakers mention the event app
Social media mentions anytime the event app is mentioned
Event passes available at $400 off general attendee rate
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Inclusion in post-event press release where sponsors are mentioned
QWC event
Lanyard
$20,000
As the Lanyard Sponsor at Quantum World Congress, your organization will receive high-visibility branding across all event lanyards worn by attendees. Your logo will be prominently featured on the lanyards, ensuring your brand is front and center throughout the event. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Ongoing logo inclusion in outgoing social and email communication where sponsors are mentioned
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Logo branded on conference lanyards
Headline listing on electronic screens
Logo placement on the attendee event app where sponsors are mentioned
Event passes available at $400 off general attendee rate
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Inclusion in post-event press release where sponsors are mentioned
QWC VIP
breakfast
$20,000
Start the day at the center of connection and conversation. The VIP Breakfast is an exclusive, invite-only gathering that brings together senior leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the global quantum ecosystem for curated discussion and high-value networking. Designed as an intimate, high-impact experience, this sponsorship positions your organization alongside the voices shaping the future of quantum—while giving you the opportunity to lead one hour of sponsor-controlled programming during the breakfast. Whether through a curated discussion, fireside chat, or executive briefing, this platform enables your organization to shape the dialogue and engage directly with a highly targeted, influential audience. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Inclusion in select pre-event email and digital marketing campaigns
Recognition in promotional materials where VIP programming is featured
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Exclusive branding within the VIP Breakfast space
One hour of sponsor-led programming (fireside chat, panel, or executive remarks)
Opportunity to provide welcome remarks or introduce speakers/panelists
Curated access to senior-level attendees, speakers, and invited guests
Headline listing on electronic screens throughout the venue
Dedicated acknowledgment during the breakfast program
Includes 75 attendees, with the ability to expand the experience to up to 150 total guests ($125 per additional attendee)
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Inclusion in post-event press release and sponsor recognition
Brand visibility in post-event content (recaps, social media, and digital assets)
Continued association with one of the Congress’s most exclusive networking experiences
drinks &
networkinG
Happy hour
$20,000
Unwind and connect at the close of the day’s programming. The Drinks & Networking Happy Hour Reception brings together attendees, speakers, and industry leaders in a relaxed, high-energy setting designed to spark meaningful conversations and new connections. Taking place on September 23rd following the conclusion of programming, this reception offers your organization a prime opportunity to engage with a broad cross-section of the Quantum World Congress community—positioning your brand at the center of one of the event’s most well-attended networking moments.Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Inclusion in select pre-event email and digital marketing campaigns
Recognition in promotional materials where networking events are featured
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Exclusive branding in the reception space
Opportunity to provide brief welcome remarks to kick off the reception
Curated access to attendees, speakers, and industry leaders in an informal setting
Headline listing on electronic screens throughout the venue
Positioning as the host of a marquee networking moment on Day 1 (September 23rd)
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Inclusion in post-event press release where sponsors are mentioned
Brand visibility in post-event content (recaps, social media, and digital assets)
Continued association with one of the Congress’s premier networking experiences
QWC lunch
sponsorship
$20,000
Keep your brand front and center across the full attendee experience. The Lunch Sponsorship offers consistent, high-impact visibility during one of the most active and highly trafficked times of each day. Spanning all three days of Quantum World Congress, this opportunity ensures your organization is integrated into the daily rhythm of the event—reaching attendees as they gather, recharge, and connect. As a branding-focused sponsorship, it delivers repeated exposure at scale, reinforcing your presence across the entire conference. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Inclusion in select pre-event email and digital marketing campaigns
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Branding prominently displayed in designated lunch areas across all three days
Logo placement on lunch bags distributed to attendees
High-visibility exposure during peak attendee gathering times
Consistent brand presence across all three days of the conference
Headline listing on electronic screens throughout the venue
Dedicated acknowledgment as the official Lunch Sponsor
Two (2) complimentary event passes
Unlimited additional event passes available at $400 off the general attendee rate
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Inclusion in post-event press release and sponsor recognition
Brand visibility in post-event content (recaps, social media, and digital assets)
ice cream
experience
$15,000
Deliver a moment attendees won’t forget. The Ice Cream Experience transforms a classic treat into a live, interactive activation—featuring a liquid nitrogen ice cream bar that captures attention, sparks curiosity, and brings attendees together. As one of the most talked-about experiences at Quantum World Congress, this activation blends science, creativity, and fun—creating a high-energy environment where your brand is front and center. Positioned during a peak networking window, it offers a unique opportunity to engage attendees through a shared, memorable experience. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Inclusion in select pre-event email and digital marketing campaigns
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Exclusive branding at the Ice Cream Experience station and surrounding activation area
Custom branded elements at point of service (cups, napkins, signage, or wraps)
Live, interactive experience that draws consistent attendee traffic
High-visibility engagement during a peak networking break window
Natural gathering point for attendees, speakers, and industry leaders
Headline listing on electronic screens throughout the venue
Dedicated acknowledgment as the Ice Cream Experience Sponsor
Opportunity for informal brand interaction in a relaxed, high-energy setting
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Inclusion in post-event press release and sponsor recognition
Brand visibility in post-event content (recaps, social media, and digital assets)
Water Bottle
Sponsorship
$15,000
Put your brand in every attendee’s hand. The Water Bottle Sponsorship offers continuous, high-visibility exposure by integrating your brand into a practical, reusable item that attendees carry throughout the event and beyond. Distributed to attendees and supported by branded hydration stations, this sponsorship reinforces your presence across the full conference experience—aligning your organization with sustainability, convenience, and everyday utility. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Inclusion in select pre-event email and digital marketing campaigns
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Logo placement on reusable water bottles distributed to attendees
Branding at water bottle filling stations throughout the venue
Continuous brand visibility as attendees carry bottles across sessions, networking areas, and expo spaces
High-frequency exposure tied to a practical, everyday-use item
Headline listing on electronic screens throughout the venue
Dedicated acknowledgment as the Water Bottle Sponsor
Two (2) complimentary event passes
Event passes available at $400 off general attendee rate
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Inclusion in post-event press release and sponsor recognition
Brand visibility in post-event content (recaps, social media, and digital assets)
Continued brand exposure beyond the event as attendees reuse bottles post-conference
DESSERT
sponsorship
$10,000
Add a memorable touchpoint to the attendee experience. The Dessert Table Sponsorship offers a high-visibility branding opportunity during key afternoon and networking moments across all three days of Quantum World Congress. Positioned as a consistent, crowd-drawing feature, dessert stations naturally bring attendees together—creating repeat exposure and positive brand association in a relaxed, social setting. This sponsorship delivers strong visibility at scale while aligning your brand with one of the most enjoyable moments of the day. Benefits include:
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Social media announcement
Prominent website logo placement
Inclusion in select pre-event email and digital marketing campaigns
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Branding prominently displayed at dessert stations across all three days
Branded food tags and menu displays at point of service
Branded napkins and table displays
High-visibility exposure during peak afternoon and networking periods
Consistent brand presence across all three days of the conference
Headline listing on electronic screens throughout the venue
Dedicated acknowledgment as the Dessert Table Sponsor
Two (2) complimentary event passes
Unlimited additional event passes available at $400 off the general attendee rate
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Inclusion in post-event press release and sponsor recognition
Brand visibility in post-event content (recaps, social media, and digital assets)
To talk with our sponsorships team, please contact us at quantum@connecteddmv.org
Our Legacy of Sponsors
Over the years, QWC has been powered by an extraordinary coalition of global leaders who are shaping the quantum era. Past sponsors have included:
