Global Quantum Forum
A Conference on the Global Implications of Quantum
July 23-24, 2025 | Chicago, Illinois
2025 is the year of quantum. The idea behind quantum technology is more than 50 years old, but it is only in recent years that the idea is moving from theory towards reality. By the end of this decade, a few short years from now, quantum computing will likely be ubiquitous in scientific research, business, and government.
Join us for two days of discussions covering topics such as national security, policy, AI, energy, workforce, and more.
Event Schedule
Day 1: Wednesday, July 23
| Time | Agenda |
| 9:00 - 10:00 am | Site visit to Xchange Chicago Training Cener |
| 10:00 - 11:00 am | P33 TechRise Pitch Competition |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | Networking lunch |
| 1:15 - 1:30 pm | Opening remarks |
| 1:30 - 5:30 pm | Panel sessions |
| 5:30 - 6:30 pm | Cocktails |
| 6:45 pm | Dinner |
Day 2: Thursday, July 24
| Time | Agenda |
| 8:00 - 9:00 am | Breakfast and networking |
| 9:30 am - 12:15 pm | Panel sessions |
| 12:30 - 2:00 pm | Networking lunch |
| 2:30 - 5:15 pm | Panel sessions |
Speakers
Attendees will hear from the following speakers, with more to be announced soon.
- James Appathurai, NATO Deputy Assistant Secretary General for Innovation, Hybrid, and Cyber
- JB Pritzker, Illinois Governor
- Christopher Womack, CEO, Southern Company
- Jon Finer, Former Deputy National Security Advisor
- Arvind Krishna, CEO, IBM
- Bobby Mehta, Board Chair, JLL
- Jenny Scanlon, CEO, UL Solutions
- Dr. Peter Shadbolt, Ph.D, Chief Scientific Officer and Co-Founder, PsiQuantum
- Penny Pritzker, former US Secretary of Commerce; Founder & Chairman, PSP Partners
- Michael O’Grady, CEO, Northern Trust
- Jeremy O'Brien, CEO, PsiQuantum
Ticket Pricing
$395 General Conference Admission
Access to the panels and breakfast/lunch networking sessions July 23-24.
$25 Xchange Chicago Tour (Add-On)
Wednesday, July 23 (Transportation provided)
- 9:00 - 10:00 am: Tour Xchange Chicago, an innovative onshore IT delivery center opening its $20 million tech hub and training center on the South Side of Chicago in late 2025.
- 10:00 - 11:00 am: P33 TechRise Pitch Competition featuring local early-stage startups in quantum-related areas, including security, AI, energy, and more.
$125 Dinner (Add-On)
Reserve your seat at the dinner on Wednesday, July 23, at 6:45 pm with a special guest speaker to be announced.
Chicago is Leading the Global Charge
Illinois stands posed to lead the global charge in quantum technology and advanced microelectronics. With the collaborative power of regional research, industry partners, and significant federal investment, we’re building pathways for quantum research to become commercially viable, scalable solutions. Read more about quantum in Chicago through these various news outlets:
Presenting Partners
Founded in 1922, the Council is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing knowledge and engagement in global affairs. Our in-depth analysis and expert-led public opinion research influence policy conversations and inform the insights we share with our growing community. Through open dialogue of diverse, fact-based perspectives, we empower people to shape our global future.
P33 is dedicated to building programs, partnerships, advocacy, and coalitions that promote inclusive economic growth for the city and region.
Regional Priorities works to inclusively build and activate regional Deep Tech ecosystems, identifying and pushing forward promising emerging markets while continuing to advance existing scientific fields.
The only statewide economic development organization focused on bringing new business, jobs, and investment to Illinois. Intersect Illinois helps companies navigate the site selection process by providing data, location assistance, connections, and more.
The partnership has mobilized more than 20 organizations and institutions, with 100+ individuals contributing to its efforts.