Our Quantum Opportunity: Reimagine What’s Possible
Thursday, June 26, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Quantum computing is moving from theory to reality — but the biggest challenges ahead aren’t just in the science, they’re in the systems, strategies, and people that will bring it to life. In this session, Joe Vetere shares how a 20+ year career in technology leadership led him to quantum engineering at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Through his story, Vetere explores what’s needed beyond the lab to turn quantum potential into real-world impact — from building the right infrastructure to preparing the workforce of tomorrow. This session is a call to action for leaders across tech to get involved, reimagine what’s possible, and help shape the future while it’s still being written.
About the Speaker
Joe Vetere is a Senior Staff Quantum Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he develops next-generation quantum communication systems, superconducting and photonic detector architectures, and benchmarking protocols for national-scale quantum computing initiatives. He works across deep space quantum networking, defense R&D, and quantum-enhanced sensing as part of multidisciplinary efforts to bring practical quantum technologies into real-world infrastructure.
Vetere holds a master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Michigan State University and is currently completing a PhD with a focus on quantum information systems. He also engages in advanced studies in Applied Physics at Johns Hopkins University and holds certifications in semiconductor manufacturing and photonic integrated circuit design.
- Location
- ONLINE,
- Sponsor
- Division of Research