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Cypherbridge offers robust security solutions for embedded system to protect connected devices and data.
DLS is a leading technology solutions & service provider supporting evolving business requirements of public & private sectors in the areas of end-to-end infrastructure design, deployment, virtualization, cybersecurity, endpoint devices & cloud computing.
ID Quantique is a world leader in quantum-safe crypto solutions providing quantum-safe network encryption, secure quantum key generation and quantum key distribution solutions and services to the financial industry, enterprises and government organizations globally.
Intrinsic ID is a leading provider of security IP for embedded systems based on physical unclonable function or PUF technology. Their technology provides an additional level of hardware security utilizing the inherent uniqueness in every silicon chip.
Keyfactor is a leader in cloud-first PKI-as-a-Service and crypto-agility solutions. Its Crypto-Agility Platform™ empowers security teams to seamlessly orchestrate every key and certificate across their entire enterprise.
Packetcraft provides solutions that enable semiconductor and product companies to achieve greater product differentiation with more features and customization. Their portfolio implements the latest specs, is extensively tested, and is Bluetooth qualified.
PX5 enables developers to reduce the cost and effort of porting software stacks to a wide range of applications and IoT platforms. The POSIX API and programming model is widely used in systems and applications, including desktop and embedded Linux.
Quside designs, develops, manufacturers and maintains QRNG technology using quantum physics for both cyber security & compute randomized workload acceleration markets.
QuintessenceLabs is a global leader in the commercial development of cybersecurity products and solutions based on quantum technology, tackling the most difficult security challenges for organizations.
Renesas Electronics Corporation
Renesas Electronics Corporation is a leading global provider of microcontrollers. They combine our expertise in embedded processing, analog, power, and connectivity to deliver complete semiconductor solutions. These Winning Combinations accelerate time to market for automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT applications, enabling billions of connected, intelligent devices that enhance the way people work and live.
Reticulate Micro is an advanced defense tech company with broad commercial applicability. Their mission is to revolutionize video communications with seamless and secure video compression technology that operates on any device, over any transport and in any environment.
STMicroelectronics are creators and makers of semiconductor technologies, devices, and solutions. They help customers and partners address their challenges and opportunities, and the need to support a more sustainable world. ST is committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2027.
Channel Partners
AIE IO specializes in AI platforms that are force multipliers for managers working in the Cyber Security area. Whether it is for Collection or Detection their platforms deliver speed and insight to get the job done.
Advanced Chippewa Technologies Inc.
Advanced Chippewa Technologies Inc. provides managed procurement strategies and vehicles to focused IT software publishers and IT manufacturers globally.
Blackhills Quantum is a pioneering quantum tech company that provides advice and tailor-made quantum safe security solutions, enabling a complete digital transformation that leverages the latest technologies and best practices to ensure ultra-privacy and compliance for their clients.
Calian Advanced Technologies develops, designs, manufactures and integrates complex, high-reliability communications and electronic systems, products, and software for mission-critical applications.
Carahsoft Technology Corp. is The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, supporting Public Sector organizations across Federal, State and Local Government and Education and Healthcare. As the Master Government Aggregator® for our vendor partners, we deliver solutions for Cybersecurity, MultiCloud, DevSecOps, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Open Source, Customer Experience and Engagement, and more. Working with our reseller partners, our sales and marketing teams provide industry leading IT products, services and training through hundreds of contract vehicles.
Curtiss-Wright’s technology supports today’s most demanding airborne platforms and applications. They provide data concentrators, flight test equipment, air data systems, and recorders found aboard fixed-wing, rotorcraft, and UAV platforms.
A leading data protection organization trusted by 100 + Fortune 500 corporations with unparalleled expertise in PKI, HSM, Key Management, Code-Signing, and more.
Evergreen Innovations LLC specializes in C4ISR, networked communications and cloud-based services. Evergreen serves government customers, including the U.S. Department of Defense, National Guard Bureau and Federal Agencies, as well as a variety of customers in the commercial and international markets.
Jera Group specializes in transformative technology and business solutions, fostering growth and efficiency through strategic innovation.
World Wide Technology (WWT) is a technology service provider with the ability to advise and execute, align business and technology, and blur the lines between physical and digital, simplifying the transformation journey.
Academic Partners
Carleton University is a dynamic, research-intensive university, located in Ottawa, Canada. Its creative, interdisciplinary, and international approach to research has led to many significant discoveries in science, technology, business, and governance.
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
We acknowledge the support of the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
Global Affairs Canada manages Canada’s diplomatic relations, provides consular services to Canadians, promotes the country’s international trade, and leads Canada’s international development and humanitarian assistance.
McGill University is a public research university located in Montreal, Canada. McGill University owes its reputation to its 50 research centres and institutes, 400+ programs, rich history, and a thriving alumni network of 250,000 people around the globe.
The National Research Council of Canada
The National Research Council (NRC) is the primary public research organization in Canada that supports industry through collaborative research in a wide variety of fields such as manufacturing, information and communication, alternative fuels & aerodynamics.
Quantum Industry Canada is a consortium of Canadian quantum technologies companies. It was created to ensure that Canada remains a global leader in new emerging industry and seizes the opportunity created by public investment into scientific research.
Technology Partners
Cypherbridge is a cybersecurity expert, offering robust security solutions for embedded systems to protect connected devices and data.
DLS is a leading IT service provider, offering tailored technology solutions to meet the unique needs of businesses and organizations.
ID Quantique is a trailblazing leader in quantum-safe cryptography, safeguarding data and communications against emerging cyber threats.
Keyfactor’s identity-first security solutions enhance digital trust for both humans and machines in today’s interconnected world. Their approach simplifies PKI, automates certificate management, and secures all devices, workloads, and entities.
Packetcraft delivers “baseband to application” embedded software, including full source code, to meet the constant evolution of short-range wireless technologies including Bluetooth LE and UWB.
The PX5 RTOS features a native implementation of the industry standard POSIX pthreads API. Developers can leverage the technology PX5 RTOS provides to verify function return addresses, function pointers, system objects, global data, and memory pools.
Australian-based world-leading quantum cybersecurity company, recognized for quantum-safe data protection including quantum-enabled key generation and ultra-secure key management,. They empower enterprises and governments across the globe.
Quside develops quantum technologies for secure connectivity and efficient computation. They pioneer in producing high quality QRNG’s with the ability to accurately measure and monitor the entropy output to enhance customer’s cybersecurity postures.
Channel Partners
AIE IO is a provider of Open-Source intelligence solutions delivering targeted collections, AI-enabled Risk Analytics and PQC solutions.
Advanced Chippewa Technologies Inc.
Advanced Chippewa Technologies Inc is a trusted provider of critical infrastructure and technology solutions, ensuring the secure and efficient operation of vital systems.
Blackhills Quantum is a pioneering quantum tech company focused on advancing secure communication and quantum computing technologies.
Calian is a Canada-based company having expertise in delivering innovative solutions in healthcare, IT, training, and engineering services. They serve clients across various domains providing essential support & advanced technological solutions.
Curtiss-Wright is a global leader in engineering and technology solutions, delivering innovative products across diverse industries worldwide.
Evergreen Solutions is a premier consultancy, specializing in sustainable services that drive operational excellence and long-term success.
Jera Group specializes in transformative technology and business solutions, fostering growth and efficiency through strategic innovation.
World Wide Technology, a global tech solutions provider, offers cutting-edge IT solutions and services to drive business success
Academic Partners
The National Research Council of Canada
The National Research Council of Canada is a premier research organization advancing science and technology for the nation’s benefit. They partner with Canadian industry to take research impacts from the lab to the marketplace.
Quantum Industry Canada (QIC) is a consortium of Canadian quantum technologies companies that includes developers of technologies for quantum computing, quantum communications and cryptography, quantum sensing and quantum-safe cryptography as well as companies using and developing applications of these technologies.
Global Affairs Canada plays a pivotal role in shaping Canada’s international relations, promoting diplomacy, trade, and global cooperation. They also lead international development, humanitarian, and peace and security assistance efforts.
Technology Partners
Cypherbridge is a cybersecurity expert, offering robust security solutions for embedded systems to protect connected devices and data.
DLS is a leading IT service provider, offering tailored technology solutions to meet the unique needs of businesses and organizations.
ID Quantique is a trailblazing leader in quantum-safe cryptography, safeguarding data and communications against emerging cyber threats.
Keyfactor’s identity-first security solutions enhance digital trust for both humans and machines in today’s interconnected world. Their approach simplifies PKI, automates certificate management, and secures all devices, workloads, and entities.
Packetcraft delivers “baseband to application” embedded software, including full source code, to meet the constant evolution of short-range wireless technologies including Bluetooth LE and UWB.
The PX5 RTOS features a native implementation of the industry standard POSIX pthreads API. Developers can leverage the technology PX5 RTOS provides to verify function return addresses, function pointers, system objects, global data, and memory pools.
Australian-based world-leading quantum cybersecurity company, recognized for quantum-safe data protection including quantum-enabled key generation and ultra-secure key management,. They empower enterprises and governments across the globe.
Quside develops quantum technologies for secure connectivity and efficient computation. They pioneer in producing high quality QRNG’s with the ability to accurately measure and monitor the entropy output to enhance customer’s cybersecurity postures.
Channel Partners
AIE IO is a provider of Open-Source intelligence solutions delivering targeted collections, AI-enabled Risk Analytics and PQC solutions.
Advanced Chippewa Technologies Inc.
Advanced Chippewa Technologies Inc is a trusted provider of critical infrastructure and technology solutions, ensuring the secure and efficient operation of vital systems.
Blackhills Quantum is a pioneering quantum tech company focused on advancing secure communication and quantum computing technologies.
Calian is a Canada-based company having expertise in delivering innovative solutions in healthcare, IT, training, and engineering services. They serve clients across various domains providing essential support & advanced technological solutions.
Curtiss-Wright is a global leader in engineering and technology solutions, delivering innovative products across diverse industries worldwide.
Evergreen Solutions is a premier consultancy, specializing in sustainable services that drive operational excellence and long-term success.
Jera Group specializes in transformative technology and business solutions, fostering growth and efficiency through strategic innovation.
World Wide Technology, a global tech solutions provider, offers cutting-edge IT solutions and services to drive business success
Academic Partners
The National Research Council of Canada
The National Research Council of Canada is a premier research organization advancing science and technology for the nation’s benefit. They partner with Canadian industry to take research impacts from the lab to the marketplace.
Quantum Industry Canada (QIC) is a consortium of Canadian quantum technologies companies that includes developers of technologies for quantum computing, quantum communications and cryptography, quantum sensing and quantum-safe cryptography as well as companies using and developing applications of these technologies.
Global Affairs Canada plays a pivotal role in shaping Canada’s international relations, promoting diplomacy, trade, and global cooperation. They also lead international development, humanitarian, and peace and security assistance efforts.
Quantropi is proud to be part of the Creative Destruction Labs 2020 Quantum Stream Cohort. In addition, we are partnering with third parties within two streams – academic and industry – to review and validate our technology, and stand up Proofs Of Concept (POCs) in real-life environments.
Sacha Gera possesses a deep understanding of the industry’s nuances through extensive experience in the cybersecurity sector. The Ottawa-based leader and Forty Under 40 recipient has nearly twenty years of experience in SaaS industries, professional services, and M&A, working in technology for both start-ups and large multinational organizations, such as IBM, Nortel, CGI and Calian. He currently also holds the position of CEO at JSI and Director at CENGN & Ottawa Board of Trade BOD.
Randy holds a doctorate in quantum physics. His research findings have been published in top international journals and named “Kuang’s semi-classical formalism” by NASA in 2012. With a career spanning IT, including with Nortel as senior network researcher & developer, he co-founded inBay Technologies in 2009, serving as CTO of the cybersecurity platform. As the first recipient of a patent for two-level authentication (2011), Randy is a prolific inventor, with 30+ U.S. patents in broad technology fields, such as WiMAX, optical networks, multi-factor identity authentication, transaction authorization, as well as concepts, technologies and industrial applications for quantum key distribution.
Cory brings a breadth of experience to the Quantropi team, working fractionally with multiple SaaS technology companies as CFO, and as the CFO with Celtic House Venture Partners. Prior to these roles, Cory was CFO and COO at Solink, and played a lead role in the metrics-led pivot to a direct-sales SaaS model, followed by multiple VC-backed funding rounds and their recognition as one of the fastest growing start-ups in Canada. He qualified as a CPA while serving technology, VC & PE-fund clients at Deloitte, and earned his Bachelor of Commerce at Queen’s University.
A seasoned technology executive, business builder and angel investor, Raj has held operational and advisory roles in Recognia (Trading Central), Belair Networks (Ericsson), March Networks (Infinova), Sandvine (Procera), Neurolanguage (ADEC), Bridgewater Systems (Amdocs), Vayyoo (Cafex), TenXc (CCI), 1Mobility (Qualys) and others. Having divided his time among North America, EMEA and Asia-Pac for over 20 years, Raj speaks several languages. He grew up in Asia, Europe, South America and Canada, and holds a B.Eng degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Ottawa. He is also a co-founder and Charter Member of the Ottawa chapter of TiE (the Indus Entrepreneur).
Before joining Quantropi, Mike was Managing Director and co-founder of Accenture Ventures, where he grew a global portfolio of strategic partnerships and 38 equity investments in emerging technology startups.
During his nearly 30 years with Accenture, he incubated and launched technology innovations for enterprises across multiple geographies and industries. Ever-passionate about bold ideas with game-changing results, he speaks frequently on the impact of emerging technology on large organizations.
With a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Princeton, and a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern, Mike is a former member of the Board of Directors for the Accenture Foundation and Board Observer for startups Maana and Splice Machine.
Eric Chan a.k.a. EEPMON is a Crypto / Digital Artist with 15 years in the industry – and Quantropi’s Creative Emissary. His hybrid fractal/digital creations have been seen in fashion, comics to museums and has exhibited worldwide. EEPMON’s collaborations include Canada Goose, MARVEL, Snoopy, Microsoft Xbox, Canada Science & Technology Museum and was a TEDx performing artist. In 2018 he represented Canada on its first Creative Industries Trade Mission led by Canada’s Minister of Heritage and serves on the Canadian Museums Association‘s Board of Directors. At the same time, he is currently completing his Master of Information Technology – Digital Media at Carleton University.
Jeff’s distinguished career includes an extraordinary track record of successfully navigating and spearheading expansions and transforming companies into industry giants. Jeff was the President and CEO of Giant Tiger Stores for 10 years. In this capacity, Jeff helped grow the business from a regional discount chain with 250 million in sales to 1.4 billion in sales nationally as Canada’s third largest discount chain. In 2009, Jeff joined Farm Boy with a mandate to expand the business. Under his leadership, the company grew from a nine-store chain in the Ottawa region to 26 stores in Ottawa, Kingston, the GTA and Southwestern Ontario. Farm Boy was acquired by Sobeys’ parent company Empire Company Limited for $800 million in 2018.
Dat Nguyen has executive experience with top global consultancies such as IBM, Accenture, Ernst & Young (EY), and decacorn start-up Grab at C-Level roles.
During 20 years of consulting, Dat has worked with multiple companies across Canada, the USA, the Caribbean, and the Asia Pacific with CEO roles and leadership such as CEO for Accenture Vietnam, CEO of Grab Vietnam, and Partner of EY Consulting leading the technology practice (including Cybersecurity) in Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia).
Dat is a tech entrepreneur, a co-founder, and a digital ecosystem builder. He is passionate about new and innovative technologies and is involved in multiple companies across verticals such as AI, Blockchain, Web3, Cybersecurity, InsurTech, and FinTech. Dat is currently a member of the ASIA CEO Club.
Dat earned the Executive Education at Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School, and received the Executive Certificate in Public Leadership in 2018.
Renato has 30 + years of experience as a trusted legal advisor and strategist. As an executive he has assisted numerous companies and their Boards of Directors to plot out and implement significant growth, diversification and reorganization plans in challenging circumstances. He was lead counsel on the sale of Zarlink Semiconductor’s $680 million dollar business as part of a takeover bid. At Zarlink he negotiated significant development, manufacturing, supply, distribution and IP licensing agreements with leading suppliers (eg Cisco, Nokia, Ericsson, Medtronic, Starkey, TSMC, Global Foundries, etc.). Renato has been involved in M&A, restructuring, financings and commercial contracts for dozens of companies. He also provides legal support in regards to intellectual property, securities, real estate leasing and employment law. He represents clients mostly in the SaaS, wireless, proptech, quantum, renewables, e-commerce, engineering and real estate conversion space.
James Nguyen is a Co-Founder and the CEO of Quantropi, a quantum-secure communications company established in 2018. Alongside Dr. Randy Kuang, he aims to uphold truth and trust in the digital economy on a global scale. In 2021, James was officially recognized as a recipient of Ottawa’s Top Forty Under 40 Award, and he holds a degree in Economics from Carleton University.
With a profound understanding of banking and global finance, James actively invests in and advises early-stage companies in the fields of Fintech, Graphene, and Quantum Technologies, particularly in emerging markets. Prior to his role at Quantropi, he served as the Chief Investment Officer and VP of Asia Operations for a diverse group of private and public interests involved in real estate, mining, energy storage, and manufacturing. In this capacity, he was responsible for strategy, banking, and global expansions, successfully securing substantial investments and partnerships to commercialize graphene applications across various industries.
James participates as a speaker and panelist at international conferences focused on quantum technology, cybersecurity, and investment. He also contributes to the community as a volunteer and mentor, leveraging his expertise and experiences to benefit others.