Matthew Cimaglia

About Matthew Cimaglia

Matt Cimaglia is a founder and strategist focused on translating breakthrough technologies into practical tools that create long-term value. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Quantum Coast Capital, he works to understand how quantum technologies can evolve into real-world applications—particularly where they may strengthen industry resilience, security, and productivity. He is also a founding member of Florida Quantum, a community-driven initiative supporting the growth of the regional quantum ecosystem.Over the course of his career, Matt has built and led multiple ventures, including Alteon.io at Third Summit, where technology has been applied to improve efficiency, collaboration, and creative workflows for enterprises and digital creators. He has also consulted or advised organizations such as Allstate Insurance, Schwab, Citadel, Dentsu, Edelman, NBC Network, and The Options Clearing Corporation, helping teams navigate periods of technological transition with clarity and structure.His work centers on identifying emerging technological shifts early, developing practical frameworks around them, and guiding teams through execution with discipline. With more than two decades of leadership experience, Matt believes innovation matters most when it is useful, responsible, and built to endure.Through Quantum Coast Capital, he is engaged in research, ecosystem collaboration, communication, and policy dialogue surrounding quantum computing. His focus is on helping bridge the gap between scientific progress and practical adoption, contributing to a more informed and thoughtful path toward the technology’s long-term impact.Outside of his professional work, Matt is an avid cyclist and has climbed to Everest Base Camp—experiences that reinforce his approach to preparation, endurance, and measured risk-taking. He also supports community and mentorship efforts, grounded in the belief that progress should be measured not only by outcomes, but by lasting impact.

Experience

1. Managing Partner

   Quantum Coast Capital

   Mar 2024 — Present · Palm Beach, FL, US

   At Quantum Coast Capital, our work centers on exploring how quantum technologies can evolve from theory into practical tools for industry. We are focused on building informed pathways across research, communication, and policy—examining where quantum may enhance efficiency, security, and economic resilience in the years ahead.Rather than following hype cycles, we take a strategic approach: mapping real-world use cases, understanding adoption barriers, and collaborating with stakeholders across academia, industry, and government. A core part of our effort involves communicating the implications of quantum technology clearly—ensuring that decision-makers, businesses, and the public understand both its potential and its limitations.By combining technical exploration with responsible dialogue and policy awareness, Quantum Coast Capital aims to help shape the foundation for a future in which quantum technology can be adopted thoughtfully and effectively.

Education

• Harvard Extension School

  Creative Thinking: Innovative Solutions to Complex Challenges

  2019 — 2019

• MIT Sloan School of Management

  Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy

  2020 — 2020

Skills

• Social Media Marketing
• Start-Ups
• Creative Direction
• Video Production
• Digital Media
• Editing
• Post Production
• Social Media
• New Media
• Entertainment
• Video Editing
• Entrepreneurship
• Television
• Producing
• Broadcast
• Media Production
• After Effects
• Video Post-Production
• Video