Our Speakers

Dan Hart is President of HarTechnologies, advising technology companies and investment organizations in the areas of commercial and government markets, strategy, technology, and operations. He is a Senior Fellow in the Atlantic Council and a member of the National Academies Space Studies Board.

Over the course of his career, Dan has served in senior leadership roles across a wide range of aerospace programs, spanning human spaceflight, satellite development, space launch, and missile defense, leading organizations through all phases of the aerospace product life cycle, from R&D, through design, production, and space operations.

Dan is currently advisor to executive teams and investors in the space, energy, and technology sectors, and is active in the field of wildfire intelligence and battle management.

Dan served as CEO for Virgin Orbit, Richard Branson’s pioneering commercial space firm, leading the development and operation of a new space launch method, launching small satellites into space from a rocket carried under the wing of a modified Boeing 747. Company proved technical feasibility in mid 2020, at the height of the COVID Pandemic, and delivered 4 flawless missions and 33 satellites into precise orbits. The team then attempted the first orbital space launch from Western Europe.

Dan was a panelist on “The Economic and Strategic Dimensions of Space Innovation” at the Phoenix Global Forum 2025.  You may watch the video of the panel at Phoenix Global Forum.

Matthew Cimaglia is the Founder and Managing Partner of Quantum Coast Capital (QCC), where he is driving innovation at the forefront of quantum technology, advancing strategic investments in this transformative field.

With a keen eye for emerging trends, Matt excels in identifying technological opportunities and incubating ideas into scalable, impactful solutions. His work with and consultation for renowned companies such as Allstate Insurance, Schwab, Citadel, Dentsu, Edelman, NBC Network, The Options Clearing Corporation, among others, underscores his capability to navigate complex business environments and drive technological innovation and adoption.

At Quantum Coast Capital, Matt’s mission is to make quantum computing more accessible and actionable, shaping the future of technology by unlocking its disruptive potential. He believes quantum technology is the next industrial revolution, and he is committed to fostering advancements that address critical business challenges and create opportunities for growth and creativity.

Matt was a panelist on “Bridging the Quantum Frontier” at the Phoenix Global Forum 2025.  You may watch a video of the panel at Phoenix Global Forum.

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