Matt Johnson

Matt Johnson is the CEO and co-founder of QC Ware Corp., a quantum and classical computing software and services company based in Palo Alto, California.14 Here are some key details about Matt Johnson's background and role:

Professional Experience

• CEO at QC Ware Corp.: Johnson has been leading QC Ware since August 2014.2 The company focuses on developing accessible, hardware-agnostic quantum computing software for enterprises.1

• Previous Roles:

  • Managing Director at Apollo Global Management LLC (April 2007 - April 2011)
  • Managing Director at Credit Suisse (February 2006 - February 2007)2

• Military Service: Johnson served as a captain in the U.S. Air Force for five years on active duty.3

Education

• MBA in Finance/Operations Management from the University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School (1989-1991)
• BS from the United States Air Force Academy (1980-1984)2

Notable Achievements

• Johnson leads QC Ware's business operations and serves on the QED-C (Quantum Economic Development Consortium) governing board.4
• Under his leadership, QC Ware has secured investments from major companies like Citigroup, Airbus, and Goldman Sachs, and established partnerships with NASA and the US National Science Foundation.1
• He organizes an annual conference called "Q2B," which brings together enterprises, technology leaders, and researchers in the quantum computing field.1

Personal Interests

Interestingly, Matt Johnson has swam the English Channel and remains an avid, though self-described "mediocre" swimmer.4

Matt Johnson's unconventional background for a quantum computing company CEO, combining military service, finance experience, and entrepreneurship, has contributed to QC Ware's unique position in the quantum computing industry.13