Christopher Payne-Dwyer (Head of Business Development) is a member of the leadership group at QuantIC, the UK's quantum imaging hub and part of the UK National Quantum Technology Programme. With a technical background in innovation for engineering and physics-based sectors, Chris is a driving force for forging collaborative projects, and strategic partnerships between academia, government, and private industries. He is responsible for promoting the UK's quantum communities, providing them with the best opportunities to generate novel products, commercialise new technologies, and develop the next generation of high value skills.