Photonic will be represented by CEO Paul Terry in a panel session at Canada’s flagship quantum science and technology conference on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
“What makes Canadian Quantum Spin-offs Succeed?”
About the panel:
Many spin-outs founded by members from research labs have and are bringing quantum technology products and services to market. While it can be relatively easy to start an enterprise, there are many aspects and factors that determine their success. What makes a spin-out succeed? What is the “secret sauce” that makes their solutions desirable?
This panel will discuss the trajectory of spinouts, and how to can break the walls and define the path to commercial success.
Panelists:
Dr. Paul Terry
CEO, Photonic
Elise Usunier
Chief Commercial Officer and Board Member, Vice Chair Board of Directors, Zero Point Cryogenics, Quantum Industry Canada
Muhammad Ali Khan
Founder, CEO and Board Chair, SuperQ Quantum, Statque
Moderator:
Sean Silcoff
Technology and Life Sciences Reporter,
The Globe and Mail