Quantum is crossing the line - from a domain handled by scientists to a technology investors, founders, and entire industries must understand.

On December 16, EVO VC & Startups is organizing Holiday Quantum Talks - a curated, community-driven evening exploring quantum as an emerging industry, a commercial opportunity, and an investment category.

Not theory. Not hype.
Real signals behind the transition - from asset class formation to the race for the leading quantum computer, Chicago’s economic outlook, and the pathways for HR, academia, and industry.

Hosted by
EVO VC & Startups, led by Gozel Akeyeva.

Brian Ballard - Partner at Avatria. Helps companies adopt frontier technologies with clarity and without hype.
Adam Koster - Entrepreneur at the intersection of quantum, biology, and nanotech. Builds companies grounded in real scientific breakthroughs.
Dmitry Green - Physicist + investor with deep experience in topological quantum computing and hedge fund strategy.

Sponsored by
J.P. Morgan - supporting the event and holiday networking.

Event Details
- December 16
- 6:00–8:30 PM (GMT-6)
- O'Callaghan's, 29 W Hubbard St., Chicago

Designed for investors, researchers, founders, and leaders navigating the next wave of deep tech - if you want clarity on where quantum is actually heading, this room matters.