Margaret Arakawa

Margaret Arakawa, chief marketing officer at IonQ and a former economist, discusses her transition from classical computing to the quantum sector. She highlights the opportunities for non-physicists in quantum technology and the challenge of communicating its complexities to a general audience. Nat Mendelsohn shares insights on the student experience in physics, focusing on the lingering effects of the pandemic and the importance of inclusivity in academic environments. Together, they explore how the quantum field can attract diverse skill sets to thrive.