SpeQtral comprises of a group of experts in quantum physics, aerospace, communications, optics, and systems engineering.

Having over 15 years of diverse experience spanning quantum, space, and telecommunications sectors, Chune Yang’s distinctive blend of technical and business acumen was honed through strategic roles at industry leaders including SES and the Centre for Quantum Technologies.

With more than 15 years in satellite technology, Rob led the satellite team for the ground-breaking SpooQy-1 mission, demonstrating the world’s first photon entanglement in a nanosatellite. Rob received the MIT Innovator under 35 award for pioneering Satellite Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) at the renowned Centre for Quantum Technologies

Renowned pioneer in quantum cryptography, Artur holds positions at the University of Oxford and the National University of Singapore. Hailed as the creator of the Ekert91 Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) protocol, Artur is also the Founding Director of the Centre for Quantum Technologies and is a Fellow of The Royal Society and the Singapore National Academy of Science.

With a robust 30 years of expertise in commercialising deep tech startups, Hari currently serves as a Venture Partner at Xora Innovation. Hari has a track record of successfully launching multiple startups and playing a pivotal role in ventures dedicated to pioneering novel technologies for global industry leaders such as Hewlett Packard, LG, Samsung, Casio, and Visa

Drawing on 40 years of experience in driving business transformation through advanced technologies, Carl served as the global chief technologist for Accenture's Public Sector Division. He has a proven track record of leading expansive digital transformation initiatives across the Asia-Pacific region. Carl holds a degree in Theoretical Physics from Cambridge University, and his passion for quantum technologies drives his pursuit of excellence in the dynamic fields of technology and business innovation.

Director of Simula UiB, Prof. Carlos Cid, leads groundbreaking research in cryptography and information theory. As an Adjunct Professor at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST), he heads the Applied Cryptography Unit and contributes to OIST's Centre for Quantum Technologies. With nearly two decades of experience at Royal Holloway University of London, Carlos is a renowned expert in cyber security, specializing in algebraic cryptanalysis, quantum-resistant cryptology, secure computation, and cyber economics.

A seasoned leader with a 30-year track record, John Prisco excels in driving revenue growth and operational excellence. His expertise, spanning telecommunications, cybersecurity, and quantum physics, has led to successful exits at Triumfant, Penn Access, GeoVantage, and Ridgeway Systems. Prisco holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University and a Master's in Quantum Optics from MIT, and he currently serves as Chairman of the QED-C Use Cases Technical Advisory Committee.

Bringing over 15 years of experience in pioneering research and development in quantum information and cryptography, Alex has achieved significant breakthroughs during more than a decade at Toshiba Corporation. His expertise covers both hardware and software, with a strong focus on building advanced quantum key distribution systems.

Spearheading the systems engineering of SpeQtral’s satellite-based QKD missions, including optical ground stations and spacecraft architecture, Max oversees every phase of mission design. From requirements analysis to spacecraft integration, he ensures seamless execution and driving system-level design reviews.

Leading the optics development of ground and space-based quantum communications instrumentation, Aitor is the optics lead for SpeQtral’s key satellite mission projects, pioneering technology demonstrators for space-to-ground QKD. His PhD project was the design build and deployment of the entangled photon source for the SpooQy-1 mission.

Heading the software team at SpeQtral, Gregoire manages he development of cutting-edge software for satellites and ground stations to create a secure QKD communication network. His expertise in embedded systems spans industrial automation, aerospace, and quantum communication, backed by experience with top aerospace companies and space agencies.