Presented in collaboration with Microsoft, the KPMG AI Made Real Summits are a series of exclusive half-day events held across six major Canadian cities, designed to help business leaders unlock value by making AI more tangible. Tailored for C-suite executives, senior decision-makers, and technology leaders, these summits are for those ready to move beyond exploration and deliver real results with AI. The KPMG AI Made Real Summits provide valuable insights on how to harness AI not just as a tool for productivity, but as a strategic asset to drive growth.
Stephanie Simmons, co-founder and Chief Quantum Officer of Photonic, was a panelist on a session titled “Quantum AI – A Team Canada Game Changer.”
The panel explored topics such as:
AI is not just a tool for efficiency but a strategic enabler for strengthening Canada’s competitiveness, innovation, resilience, and long-term prosperity during a time of geopolitical uncertainty. Industry leaders will share real-world strategies for integrating AI and overcoming adoption challenges for the benefit of Canadian companies and the economy.
Panelists
Stephanie Simmons, co-founder and Chief Quantum Officer, Photonic
Sue Paish, CEO, Digital
Albert van Veen, Vice President, Innovation and Chief Information Officer, YVR
Walter Pela, GVA Regional Managing Partner, KPMG in Canada
David Seymour, Vice President, AI Strategy and Innovation & General Manager, Microsoft Vancouver
Moderator: Stuart McNish, Host – Moderator Conversations Live | Executive Producer, Oh Boy Productions