Anna W. Topol is a CEO of Qlithic Technologies Inc., a quantum computing startup. She is a former CTO at IBM Research. During her 25 years at IBM, she was named IBM Distinguished Engineer and Master Inventor. Dr. Topol held executive roles in both technical and business positions, including strategic partnerships and industry initiatives, intellectual property management, and R&D of cutting-edge technology. She led fundamental research in DRAM and 3D CMOS technology. She authored over 100 Publications, 3 Book Chapters, and 97 Patents. Her Ph.D. was in optoelectronics. She is a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and a member of an Executive Committee for the Industry Advisory Board (IAB) for the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). She servs as an advisor to quantum technology startups. She is a technical vitality coach and mentor, including Quantum Pioneers Legacy Initiative. She is a mother of 2 sons. She skydived despite her fear of heights.