COLLEGE PARK, MD – March 6, 2025 - IonQ, Inc. , a leader in the quantum computing and networking industries, will participate in expanded quantum programming at SXSW during a week of dedicated quantum panels and discussions. IonQ executives will drive critical discussions on how quantum computing and networking is no longer a distant possibility—it is a current reality, delivering value to enterprises today.

IonQ’s Chief Revenue Officer, Rima Alameddine, Chief Marketing Officer, Margaret Arakawa, VP Sales and Strategic Partnerships, Philip Farah, Senior Director, Quantum Networking, Corey McClelland and Quantum Solutions Engineer, Tim Rogers, are scheduled to speak at the event, sharing insights into not only the future of quantum computing and networking but how companies are using quantum solutions to solve real-world problems, right now.

“Quantum computing and networking are already delivering real-world impact, and we’re excited to join industry leaders at SXSW to discuss how quantum is transforming businesses and unlocking new possibilities,” said Rima Alameddine, Chief Revenue Officer at IonQ. “Quantum is here, and IonQ is proud to help our customers unlock its full potential today.”

Margaret Arakawa and Corey McClelland will participate in the panel discussion, “Quantifying Quantum,” on March 8 from 1:00-2:00 PM, where they will discuss the quantum technology breakthroughs driving real-world impact at EPB, which launched America’s first industry-led, commercially available quantum network. On March 12 from 2:30-3:30 PM, Rima Alameddine will join the panel “Examining the Obstacles to Mainstream Quantum Computing,” to explore the key challenges in bringing quantum technologies to a wider audience.

Additionally, IonQ’s team will speak at two panels on March 13: “Driving Quantum Performance in the Cloud: From Hardware to Applications” with Tim Rogers participating from 10:00-11:00 AM, where they will discuss integrating quantum technologies into existing workflows and applications, and “Creating a Quantum Computing Hub in Texas” from 2:30-3:30 PM, featuring Philip Farah and Rep. Giovanni Capriglione who will highlight opportunities for the state of Texas to establish itself as a quantum technology leader through the new Texas Quantum Computing Initiative.