About us
Group Purpose
Colorado Quantum is here to help build a community that includes quantum computing innovators and people who use or plan to use the technology. Our mission is to bring education and understanding about quantum hardware and software to people who want to work in the field and to early adaptors who want to use the technology, to help them evaluate when and how they can incorporate it into their workflow.
Our topics include the science and technology of quantum computing. We also discuss use-cases, state of the quantum ecosystem, when will quantum computers offer value.
Colorado Quantum brings quantum computing innovators together with technology adopters to build an economically thriving community.
What we do
Meet regularly to provide social, networking, and education. When possible, we have scheduled presentations, otherwise we still meet to have an informal gathering.
Who should attend
You! If you are interested in:
- quantum research
- quantum computer development (hardware/software)
- quantum application to business
- networking in the quantum computing community
Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/coloradoquantum/shared_invite/zt-23dkvgk2u-QVF6dzDCxgAQmjEH0vFvOQ
Upcoming events
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What Is a Quantum Technician? Building the Quantum Workforce
East & Co., 2100 Central Ave, Boulder, CO 80301, USA, Boulder, CO, US| Time | Activity |
| ---- | -------- |
| 5:30–6:00 | Arrival, networking, food and drinks |
| 6:00–7:00 | Boaz's presentation and Q&A |
| 7:00–7:30 | Additional Q&A and networking |Description
The quantum industry is growing rapidly, with an estimated 10,000 new jobs by 2030 —80% of which will not require an advanced degree. As companies commercialize quantum computing, sensing, and networking technologies which were previously academic research projects, pushing the boundaries of control over atomic scale phenomena, this creates a pressing need for a workforce with diverse, hands-on technical skills. To help meet this demand, Emily Griffith Technical College will launch a Quantum Technician program in February 2027, in collaboration with Elevate Quantum, CNM-Ingenuity, CU Boulder and other partners. The program will provide hands-on training in Optics, Electronics, Spectroscopy and Vacuum Systems, culminating in capstone projects focused on quantum optics and neutral atom trapping. Dr. Nash will share updates on the program’s launch and explore job opportunities in this dynamic field, highlighting how workforce training programs can align career seekers with the growing opportunities of the quantum industry.Speaker
Boaz Nash is the Quantum Learning Lab and Technician Program Manager at Emily Griffith Technical College. Dr. Nash has a PhD in physics from Stanford University, and worked as a research scientist in the field of particle accelerators and synchrotron light sources for close to 20 years. His research focused on electron beam dynamics, optical beamlines and partially coherent synchrotron radiation. He delivered lectures at conferences and schools, advised students and has a strong interest in making complex technical material accessible to learners of all levels. He is also an avid painter, bringing physics concepts into his abstract art.18 attendees
Past events
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