📍 1 Triton Square, London NW1 3BF
Nexus, in collaboration with Venture Café London, is hosting an event that addresses a central challenge in the quantum ecosystem: the science is accelerating, but commercialisation is where the market is actually won. As quantum hardware matures and critical software layers become deployable, the question is no longer if quantum computing will disrupt enterprise, but who is positioned to capture its massive economic value.
The UK and global ecosystems possess world-class lab talent and deep-tech research, yet the gap between academic breakthroughs and scalable, enterprise-ready products remains the industry's biggest bottleneck. Moving beyond the hype of this next technological wave will depend on our ability to build an innovation pipeline, that translates raw, pre-spinout tech into globally competitive companies.
Anchoring London Quantum Week, this showcase brings together investors, deep-tech founders, and enterprise end-users to cut through the noise and force real cross-sector deal-making. Featuring live tech demonstrations from quantum startups the event will provide a definitive look at what is actually fundable and deployable today. Bridging the gap between raw science and physical reality, the evening will also featureartist Ricardo Mondragon, displaying his physical sculptures inspired by quantum wave frequencies.
Join us to be part of the conversation, cut through the hype, and actively drive the next phase of quantum commercialisation.
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Our Thursday Gatherings are for you to make serendipitous connections and make things happen!
There will be meaningful networking opportunities throughout the night, accompanied by a selection of refreshments and activities:
Fun Zone
Get to know your fellow change-makers in a fun, interactive, and exciting way!
Take a quick break from changing the world and recharge by pinning your hometown on our giant map.
Conversation Corner
Looking to connect beyond the name tags?
Drop into our relaxed Conversation Corner, a cosy space where founders, ecosystem builders, and global thinkers come together to share stories, swap lessons, and innovate. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and jump into the discussion.
We're excited to welcome a brilliant lineup of startups including;
Nexus Hub - A verified platform where global quantum startups and investors come together.
ApexQuantum - Focusing on high-level quantum programming language that looks strikingly familiar to typical software engineers and data scientists, and an optimising compiler.
Quantopticon - Making ground-breaking simulation software to streamline and accelerate the design of quantum-photonic hardware & QPICs.
Bosonic - Building the quantum infrastructure of innovation.
Ricardo Mondragon - Quantum Sculpture Exhibit.
Quantum computing is one of the most talked-about technologies of our time, but for many people, it's still incredibly difficult to explain.
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to use storytelling, metaphor, visual thinking, and simple sketching techniques to break down complex quantum concepts into ideas that anyone can understand. Working in small groups, participants will create their own visual explanations of quantum technologies, exploring how to communicate breakthrough science in a way that engages customers, investors, policymakers, and the public.
No artistic experience is required, stick figures are more than welcome! The focus is on clarity, creativity, and making the seemingly impossible feel accessible.
Perfect for founders, researchers, investors, students, and anyone curious about the future of quantum technology.
Welcome remarks from VCL and partners.
Join us for an engaging deep dive into what metrics actually get a cheque written today, and how end-users separate the hype from deployable tech.
Liam Callebout is a London-based illustrator, live scribe and animator whose work brings ideas, events, and complex topics to life through visual storytelling. He specialises in ideation, storytelling, and cultural commentary, creating illustrations that do more than decorate, they communicate ideas, evoke emotion, and make abstract or dense content accessible. One of his primary strengths is live scribing, capturing events, lectures, workshops, and conferences in real time through visuals that reflect the flow of discussion, highlight key themes, and preserve the energy of live conversation. His clients have ranged across sectors: from academics and researchers to charities, businesses, and government institutions. Whether it’s distilling a conference dialogue into a single striking image, crafting a flowing animation that explains a sustainability proposal, or generating illustrations that speak to cultural or social issues, Liam’s work bridges the gap between content and clarity, turning spoken or written ideas into vivid, memorable art.
Ellen Devereux helps organisations identify where quantum and quantum-inspired technologies can deliver strategic and commercial value, developing tailored strategies aligned to sector priorities and business goals.
She leads initiatives to strengthen Fujitsu’s quantum capabilities, drive collaboration, and accelerate industry adoption across the UK, ensuring quantum innovation delivers real business and societal impact.
Ellen holds a PhD in Quantum Algorithms.
Kirsten is COO of Algorithmiq, a quantum computing company developing software that makes quantum computers useful for real-world applications across chemistry, materials science, and life sciences.With more than a decade of experience spanning healthcare, life sciences, and technology, she has held roles across strategy, operations, commercial growth, and fundraising at organisations including GlaxoSmithKline, digital health scaleup, Huma, and Tech Nation. Since joining Algorithmiq in 2022, Kirsten has helped drive the company’s growth and financing. She is passionate about deep tech and translating breakthrough scientific innovation into real-world impact.
Maya Netser is the Co-founder & Managing Partner of Qbeat VC. Previously CEO of Cabaret Biotech, she led the commercialisation of groundbreaking CAR-T immunotherapy, culminating in the company’s high-profile acquisition by Kite Pharma and Gilead Sciences.
Her deep cross-disciplinary experience, as a CEO and COO, with a strong track record in intellectual property strategy, company structuring, and venture financing, positions her uniquely to identify, back, and support the next generation of quantum technology leaders.
Kate is a deep tech VC turned operator who has spent over six years in quantum computing. She currently leads strategic finance at Diraq, where she focuses on the commercial realities of bringing a quantum computer to market. Previously, Kate led investments in next-generation computing at ICM, backing Diraq, Q-CTRL, Salience Labs and Mixx Technologies. She brings a dual perspective - investor and operator - to how quantum moves from breakthrough science to viable business, and what it takes to build an enduring company at one of technology's most ambitious frontiers.
📍 1 Triton Square, London NW1 3BF
Nexus, in collaboration with Venture Café London, is hosting an event that addresses a central challenge in the quantum ecosystem: the science is accelerating, but commercialisation is where the market is actually won. As quantum hardware matures and critical software layers become deployable, the question is no longer if quantum computing will disrupt enterprise, but who is positioned to capture its massive economic value.
The UK and global ecosystems possess world-class lab talent and deep-tech research, yet the gap between academic breakthroughs and scalable, enterprise-ready products remains the industry's biggest bottleneck. Moving beyond the hype of this next technological wave will depend on our ability to build an innovation pipeline, that translates raw, pre-spinout tech into globally competitive companies.
Anchoring London Quantum Week, this showcase brings together investors, deep-tech founders, and enterprise end-users to cut through the noise and force real cross-sector deal-making. Featuring live tech demonstrations from quantum startups the event will provide a definitive look at what is actually fundable and deployable today. Bridging the gap between raw science and physical reality, the evening will also featureartist Ricardo Mondragon, displaying his physical sculptures inspired by quantum wave frequencies.
Join us to be part of the conversation, cut through the hype, and actively drive the next phase of quantum commercialisation.
Powered by Advanced Research + Invention Agency
In partnership with
Our Thursday Gatherings are for you to make serendipitous connections and make things happen!
There will be meaningful networking opportunities throughout the night, accompanied by a selection of refreshments and activities:
Fun Zone
Get to know your fellow change-makers in a fun, interactive, and exciting way!
Take a quick break from changing the world and recharge by pinning your hometown on our giant map.
Conversation Corner
Looking to connect beyond the name tags?
Drop into our relaxed Conversation Corner, a cosy space where founders, ecosystem builders, and global thinkers come together to share stories, swap lessons, and innovate. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and jump into the discussion.
We're excited to welcome a brilliant lineup of startups including;
Nexus Hub - A verified platform where global quantum startups and investors come together.
ApexQuantum - Focusing on high-level quantum programming language that looks strikingly familiar to typical software engineers and data scientists, and an optimising compiler.
Quantopticon - Making ground-breaking simulation software to streamline and accelerate the design of quantum-photonic hardware & QPICs.
Bosonic - Building the quantum infrastructure of innovation.
Ricardo Mondragon - Quantum Sculpture Exhibit.
Quantum computing is one of the most talked-about technologies of our time, but for many people, it's still incredibly difficult to explain.
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to use storytelling, metaphor, visual thinking, and simple sketching techniques to break down complex quantum concepts into ideas that anyone can understand. Working in small groups, participants will create their own visual explanations of quantum technologies, exploring how to communicate breakthrough science in a way that engages customers, investors, policymakers, and the public.
No artistic experience is required, stick figures are more than welcome! The focus is on clarity, creativity, and making the seemingly impossible feel accessible.
Perfect for founders, researchers, investors, students, and anyone curious about the future of quantum technology.
Welcome remarks from VCL and partners.
Join us for an engaging deep dive into what metrics actually get a cheque written today, and how end-users separate the hype from deployable tech.
Liam Callebout is a London-based illustrator, live scribe and animator whose work brings ideas, events, and complex topics to life through visual storytelling. He specialises in ideation, storytelling, and cultural commentary, creating illustrations that do more than decorate, they communicate ideas, evoke emotion, and make abstract or dense content accessible. One of his primary strengths is live scribing, capturing events, lectures, workshops, and conferences in real time through visuals that reflect the flow of discussion, highlight key themes, and preserve the energy of live conversation. His clients have ranged across sectors: from academics and researchers to charities, businesses, and government institutions. Whether it’s distilling a conference dialogue into a single striking image, crafting a flowing animation that explains a sustainability proposal, or generating illustrations that speak to cultural or social issues, Liam’s work bridges the gap between content and clarity, turning spoken or written ideas into vivid, memorable art.
Ellen Devereux helps organisations identify where quantum and quantum-inspired technologies can deliver strategic and commercial value, developing tailored strategies aligned to sector priorities and business goals.
She leads initiatives to strengthen Fujitsu’s quantum capabilities, drive collaboration, and accelerate industry adoption across the UK, ensuring quantum innovation delivers real business and societal impact.
Ellen holds a PhD in Quantum Algorithms.
Kirsten is COO of Algorithmiq, a quantum computing company developing software that makes quantum computers useful for real-world applications across chemistry, materials science, and life sciences.With more than a decade of experience spanning healthcare, life sciences, and technology, she has held roles across strategy, operations, commercial growth, and fundraising at organisations including GlaxoSmithKline, digital health scaleup, Huma, and Tech Nation. Since joining Algorithmiq in 2022, Kirsten has helped drive the company’s growth and financing. She is passionate about deep tech and translating breakthrough scientific innovation into real-world impact.
Maya Netser is the Co-founder & Managing Partner of Qbeat VC. Previously CEO of Cabaret Biotech, she led the commercialisation of groundbreaking CAR-T immunotherapy, culminating in the company’s high-profile acquisition by Kite Pharma and Gilead Sciences.
Her deep cross-disciplinary experience, as a CEO and COO, with a strong track record in intellectual property strategy, company structuring, and venture financing, positions her uniquely to identify, back, and support the next generation of quantum technology leaders.
Kate is a deep tech VC turned operator who has spent over six years in quantum computing. She currently leads strategic finance at Diraq, where she focuses on the commercial realities of bringing a quantum computer to market. Previously, Kate led investments in next-generation computing at ICM, backing Diraq, Q-CTRL, Salience Labs and Mixx Technologies. She brings a dual perspective - investor and operator - to how quantum moves from breakthrough science to viable business, and what it takes to build an enduring company at one of technology's most ambitious frontiers.