Zach Yerushalmi, CEO, Elevate Quantum

Yuval Boger interviews Zach Yerushalmi, CEO of Elevate Quantum and leader of the U.S. Quantum Tech Hub. They discuss how to accelerate quantum commercialization through industry-led ecosystems, targeted public–private partnerships, and clear prioritization across research, industry, and market failures. Zach draws parallels to semiconductors and biotech, emphasizing demand signals, advanced market commitments, and cycle time as key success metrics. The conversation highlights the high geopolitical stakes of quantum and the urgency for the U.S. to execute its industrial strategy correctly.