Quantum Venture Summit: Toronto
This summit is part of IEEE Entrepreneurship’s Venture Summit flagship event series. This Quantum Tech Venture Summit is designed to connect Quantum Tech founders (pre-seed, seed, and Series A) and researchers with funding sources and service providers.
* All applicants must first register for QCE26 before applying!
No cost to apply. Space is limited. Every attendee is vetted by quantum tech investors, thus, ensuring all those attending are part of the quantum tech innovation ecosystem and can discuss and share the challenges and realities of quantum tech.
Event Details: IEEE Quantum Week 2026
Venue: TBD, Toronto, Canada
Dates: TBD, during Quantum Week 13 -18 September 2026
Get a Feel for the (2025) Summit Vibe
- Limited audience size to ensure a meaningful engagement with all those in attendance.
- Stringent vetting process managed by Hard Tech investors
- At the inaugural 2025 Summit, there was a ratio of 2:1 Hard Tech startup to investor.
- Don’t take our word for it – listen to what the 2025 Summit attendees have to say in video (below).
What To Expect
“This is one of the best events to meet some of the very early-stage Hard Tech companies.”
– Ji Ke (Investor @ SOSV)
“Met a lot of great contacts!”
– J. Cook (Founder @ Gigantor Technologies)
“The thing that determines the quality of these events is just the quality of the companies…Looking forward to next one.”
– Jake Tauscher (Investor @ G2 Venture Partners)
Attendees:
- Quantum founders raising pre-seed to Series B funding who need specialized pitch frameworks and direct access to investors with quantum technology expertise.
- Academic and industry scientists transitioning from theory to commercialization who gain practical business frameworks and connections to both investors and corporate implementation partners.
- VCs and angel investors seeking qualified deal flow in quantum tech with validated technical due diligence and clearer commercialization timelines than typically available.
- Enterprise innovation teams exploring quantum tech applications who benefit from connecting with agile startups for potential partnerships, acquisitions, or investment opportunities.
Format:
- 30 min – Welcome
- 45 min – Keynote Speaker #1
- 30 min – Networking Break
- 30 min – Startup Pitches
- 45 min – Roundtable networking discussions with founders, investors, and service providers
- 1.5 hrs – Lunch
- 45 min – Keynote Speaker #2
- 30 min – Startup Pitches
- 45 min – Roundtable networking discussions with founders, investors, and service providers
- 15 min – Networking Break
- 30 min – Roundtable networking discussions with founders, investors, and service providers
- 15 min – Closing
FAQs
Who Should Attend?
- Quantum founders raising pre-seed to Series B funding who need specialized pitch frameworks and direct access to investors with quantum technology expertise.
- Academic and industry scientists transitioning from theory to commercialization who gain practical business frameworks and connections to both investors and corporate implementation partners.
- VCs and angel investors seeking qualified deal flow in quantum tech with validated technical due diligence and clearer commercialization timelines than typically available.
- Enterprise innovation teams exploring quantum tech applications who benefit from connecting with agile startups for potential partnerships, acquisitions, or investment opportunities.
Can Non-IEEE Members Attend?
YES. You do NOT have to be an IEEE member to apply and/or attend an IEEE Entrepreneurship Venture Summit.
How Much does it Cost?
Venture Summit prices will vary based on event. See individual event pages for fees and discounts.
Are there any discounts?
There will be discounts for IEEE members.
Contacts?
- Rafael Sotelo – Quantum Venture Summit Co-Lead
- Michael Baczyk – Quantum Venture Summit Co-Lead
- Joanne Wong – Advisor and Venture Summits Program Co-Lead
Email us at entrepreneurship@ieee.org