Westchester Reporter

The QUANTM Consortium, a collaboration between the Westchester County Office of Economic Development and New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), marked World Quantum Day on April 14, 2024, recognizing the significant impact Consortium members are having on the regional quantum economy.

Westchester County Executive George Latimer expressed confidence in the region's talent pool, stating, “The New York Metro Region has a robust and highly skilled talent pool that is ideally positioned to grow the area’s QIST industry. Establishing a working group dedicated to cultivating this talent pipeline will support both existing and emerging quantum ventures across the region, and Westchester County is proud to play a role in that work.”

Bridget Gibbons, Westchester County Director of Economic Development, highlighted the collaborative efforts among various entities, stating, “This collaboration among higher education institutions, nonprofits, community program providers, research institutions, companies leveraging AI, cybersecurity ventures – and more – is paving the way for a dynamic, regional quantum sector that contributes significantly to the economy. We appreciate the New York City Economic Development Corporation’s partnership in this effort and the commitment of every organization that is contributing to this growing Consortium.”

Deborah Novick, Westchester County Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, emphasized the importance of synergy among Consortium members in identifying key priorities and initiatives that will benefit the regional quantum sector and economy. Novick invited entities passionate about catalyzing growth in the quantum sector to join the Consortium.

NYCEDC President & CEO Andrew Kimball underlined the significance of investing in industries of the future, such as quantum information science and technology, for driving equitable economic development in New York City. Kimball expressed pride in the QUANTM Consortium's efforts to bolster economic growth, support talent development, create jobs, and establish New York as a primary hub for quantum innovation.