More Than a Conference. A Conversation About What's Next.
Quantum in Business 2026 brought together leaders from industry, research, government, and technology to explore what quantum means for business today and what organizations should be doing to prepare for what's next.
Quantum in Business (QiB) featured a day of practical discussions focused on how quantum technologies are being applied to real-world business challenges and shaping strategies, innovation, cybersecurity and competitive advantage.
Rehberg discussed why quantum has become a strategic business consideration and highlighted Chattanooga’s growing role as a place where organizations can explore practical applications of quantum technologies.
de Masi outlined the opportunities and competitive advantages that may emerge as businesses begin leveraging quantum technologies and preparing for the global quantum economy.
Soutar stressed the need for organizations to prepare their cybersecurity now as quantum computing advances.
Yes. Businesses are already exploring quantum technologies to improve cybersecurity, optimize operations, accelerate research and gain competitive advantage. At Quantum in Business 2026, on October 1, 2026, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, leaders from business, research, government and technology shared real-world examples of how organizations are beginning to put quantum technologies to work. Read the reccap.
Quantum in Business (QiB) is a conference hosted by EPB Quantum to help business leaders understand how quantum technologies are being applied to real-world business challenges.
QiB 2026 brought together a sold-out crowd of business leaders, researchers, technology innovators and public officials to explore practical applications of quantum technology.
Quantum is moving from research to business. Quantum is increasingly a boardroom priority. Business leaders heard how quantum technologies are moving from research environments into commercial applications. Speakers discussed why organizations should begin evaluating potential use cases today rather than waiting for widespread adoption.
You don’t need to employ quantum experts to get started. A recurring theme throughout the conference was that companies can begin exploring quantum opportunities without building an in-house team of physicists.
Businesses are already exploring quantum use cases: Speakers shared examples of how quantum technologies are being explored in:
Chattanooga, Tennessee, is home to EPB Quantum, the nation’s first commercially available quantum computing and quantum networking hub and one of the fastest-emerging centers of quantum technology.
According to Tim Liston, US Civic Strategist & Engagement Leader, EY, “The regions that coordinate funding, infrastructure, talent, anchor customers and supply chains will be best positioned to capture commercial value as the technology matures.
No matter where you are in your quantum journey, from curious to ready to build, EPB Quantum Center is the place to start.
