Idalia Friedson

Idalia Friedson is a quantum technology executive currently serving as a Board Member at the QAI Policy Center and a Core Member of the PQIC Quantum Policy and Ethics group. Previously, she held the position of Chief Strategy Officer at the quantum software startup Strangeworks, where she focused on bridging complex technical development with broader commercial market adoption. Before assuming that executive role, Friedson operated as Chief of Staff at the publicly traded quantum hardware developer Rigetti Computing ($RGTI), gaining high-level operational expertise within the highly specialized deep tech sector. Earlier in her corporate career, she worked extensively in product management and strategy at the global digital transformation consultancy Publicis Sapient. Her professional focus centers on the commercialization of emerging quantum computing innovations and the establishment of responsible, ethical policy frameworks for advanced technology development.