Fernando Dominguez Pinuaga, VP of Business Development for Sandbox AQ, is an IQT The Hague 2024 Speaker
Fernando Dominguez Pinuaga, the VP of Business Development at Sandbox AQ and a dynamic innovator and strategist known for his work in integrating AI and quantum technologies to address complex global challenges, will speak at IQT The Hague in 2024. Dominguez’s diverse background, which blends engineering expertise with strategic acumen, positions him as a compelling speaker, particularly for those interested in the intersection of technology, business, and societal impact.
Dominguez currently leads Business Development at SandboxAQ, a company at the forefront of utilizing AI and quantum technologies to solve challenging problems with a positive impact. His role involves driving the strategic direction and growth of the company, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create solutions for pressing global issues.
Before his venture into the world of AI and quantum technologies at Sandbox AQ, Dominguez had an unconventional start to his career as a professional rugby player in Europe. He played in two World Cups with the Spanish Rugby National team, an experience that honed his leadership, teamwork, and strategic thinking skills.
Dominguez’s transition into technology began in 2012 when he joined Google/Alphabet. He helped scale Google’s services and products across Latin America before moving to Silicon Valley’s secret innovation lab, X (formerly Google X). During his six years at X, he built new companies for Alphabet, demonstrating his ability to lead and execute innovative projects from concept to launch.
His educational and career journey spans three continents and various industries, including energy, aerospace, transportation, robotics, and AI+Quantum (AQ), both in the private and public sectors. Dominguez’s multi-faceted experience equips him with a unique perspective on approaching and solving complex problems in diverse environments.
At the IQT The Hague conference, Fernando Dominguez is expected to share insights from his journey in leveraging AI and quantum technologies for societal benefit, including his work at Sandbox AQ. His presentation will likely cover strategies for driving innovation in challenging environments, the potential of AI and quantum technologies in various sectors, and the importance of empathy and teamwork in leading successful projects.
IQT The Hague 2024 is the Netherlands’ fifth global conference and exhibition. The Hague is a Quantum Technology Event focusing on Quantum Networking and Quantum Security. Ten vertical topics encompassing more than 40-panel talks from over 100 speakers will provide attendees with a deep understanding of state-of-the-art developments of the future quantum internet and the current impact of quantum-safe technologies on cybersecurity and quantum computers.
The conference brings together corporate management, entrepreneurs, end users, technology providers, infrastructure partners, researchers and investors working on current developments. IQT The Hague is organized by 3DR Holdings, IQT Research, QuTech, QIA (Quantum Internet Alliance), and Quantum Delta NL, who will bring leading organizations and professionals together in this important event. The April conference is “in-person” to ensure maximum networking and discussion at the Postillion Hotel & Convention Centre in The Hague.
