Pioneers Expanding the Technology Frontier

Mit Jha is currently serving as the CEO for Quantum Corridor. He is also a Managing Principal at Keystone Global with more than 20 years of experience in all aspects of infrastructure markets in the United States, Europe and India. The cornerstone of his success is his demonstrated ability to integrate creative thinking, commercial insights, and project and company level technical information to develop implementable solutions.

President & CTO Ryan Lafler co-founded Quantum Corridor in 2022. He has extensive experience building large-scale data and voice networks and previously co-founded two MSPs: Coeo Solutions and FIT Telco. Coeo built fiber networks in 39 states, and FIT Telco helped design PQC fiber connectivity between the Pentagon and Peraton Labs. He has two decades in telecom and defense contracting.

Patrick Scully, P. Eng., MBA, has been involved in the research and development of optical networks for over 25 years. Over the last 15 years, he pioneered and oversaw the development and market introduction of several generations of industry leading optical encryption (OTNsec) solutions, including recent advances in post-quantum cryptography.

Dr. Chesley brings 40 years of experience in national security, satellite systems and advanced communications and sensing. At Quantum Corridor, he develops solution architectures using quantum capabilities for real-world aerospace, defense and commercial needs. His career includes executive industry leadership, a foundation in the U.S. Air Force and contributions to space innovation.

Upon enlisting in the U.S. Air Force, Robert Lafler earned a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautics and distinguished himself as a combat veteran and officer. Robert has held various leadership positions in the civilian sector, including healthcare and communications. As the company’s Defense Initiatives Liaison, Lafler collaborates on projects with the Department of Defense.

Jim Beirne is a strategic and results-driven sales professional with over 20 years of experience driving growth and exceeding revenue targets, with a focus on Global Financial Institutions. Previously with Zayo Group, among others, he has been instrumental in developing and driving new initiatives and business opportunities while building strong customer relationships.

Over more than a dozen years as a public relations professional, Kevin Loughery has achieved national and local earned media wins for properties across tech, entertainment and sports and for such brands as Allstate, Discover, McDonald’s, Northwestern Mutual and Winnebago.

Maria Kang is a Managing Director at Keystone Global and serves as a Strategic Advisor to Quantum Corridor supporting strategic infrastructure initiatives and assisting in its implementation. She has more than 20 years of experience within global financial institutions with the past 15 years focused on the global infrastructure market.

Cristina Rives is a Managing Director at Keystone Global and is serving as a Development Advisor to Quantum Corridor driving project growth and execution . She has more than 15 years of experience in nearly all aspects of infrastructure markets internationally.