Swissnex Quantum Summit 2025

The summit is one element of Swiss Quantum Week, a series of events in Geneva inviting the world to connect with Swiss excellence in quantum research, innovation, education, and governance.

Connecting Ecosystem Builders

The Swissnex Quantum Summit seeks participants actively shaping quantum ecosystems and supporting the growth of this new technology in their respective countries, including those from:

• Universities developing quantum education and translation programs
• Quantum research centers involved in developing the broader ecosystem
• Government agencies involved in quantum strategies, infrastructure, and funding
• Quantum accelerators, incubators, and innovation centers
• Quantum startups, corporations, and industry associations
• Investors targeting quantum technologies and applications
• Industry players active in developing use cases for quantum

Objectives

The summit will work to fulfill three objectives:

• Exchange best practices across borders | Presenting the key examples from various countries and identifying best practices in building quantum ecosystems
• Build international collaborations | Finding multi-country synergies and joining forces on specific initiatives, such as accelerators or talent-building programs
• Experience Swiss quantum | Learning and engaging with the best of Swiss quantum education, research, and innovation

Format

The interactive one-day summit will be limited to around 70 participants, in order to seek the active participation of all attendees through:

• Topical panels | A series of panel discussions on challenges and best practices in building and connecting quantum ecosystems. Topics will include: national quantum strategies, fostering cross-sector knowledge exchange, the role of accelerators and investors, and fostering a value pipeline from quantum talent to commercial applications.
• Flash talks | 5-minute introductions to key researchers, companies, centers, and ecosystem builders.
• Breakouts | A series of moderated “conversation cafés” – interactive discussions in sub-groups – to address common challenges and opportunities.
• Networking | The ability to schedule individual or small-group side meetings, as well as ample networking time during breaks, lunch, and a closing reception.