Building commercial quantum-safe infrastructure for the real world.

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.

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.

Jeffrey Cohn brings more than 25 years of experience leading enterprise technology, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and AI initiatives. He has held executive leadership roles at Playboy Enterprises, Guaranteed Rate and Grant Thornton, and founded RootAxcess, a cloud services provider acquired by Fusion Connect. Cohn also founded C4 Technology Group , where he advises clients on quantum networking and emerging technologies. At Quantum Corridor, he leads the platform and technology initiatives that support the company and its customers.

David Graff is an experienced Chief Legal Officer, startup CEO, and technology executive. His background includes legal and executive leadership at Fluent, Inc., more than a decade at Google, and work with Corner Capital Management as President and Venture Partner investing in and supporting innovative technology companies globally. He was educated at Georgetown University Law Center and has published and presented on cybercrime, big data, mobile computing, marketing compliance, corporate transactions, and regulatory issues. At Quantum Corridor, Graff is responsible for all legal affairs of the company.

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.

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.

Michael O’Meara is an experienced venture capital and private equity investor with a successful track record of originating, structuring & exiting private investments in early stage, growth stage & distressed companies. As managing partner for his private equity firm & family investment group, he is responsible for sourcing new deals, capital formation, negotiating and closing transactions & developing business strategy.

Kathleen Stern brings to Quantum Corridor extensive experience leading finance, operations, IT & HR for private equity-backed companies. She focuses on execution, driving disciplined growth, strengthening margins & improving cash flow. Her expertise includes FP&A, treasury oversight, M&A integration & building financial systems that support scalable operations.