IonQ Appoints General John W. Jay Raymond to Board of Directors

By Tamara Parker • Monday, September 29 10:14 • Permanent Link

IonQ, a leading quantum computing and networking company, has made a significant addition to its board of directors with the appointment of General John W. "Jay" Raymond. General Raymond, renowned as the "father of the U.S. Space Force" and the former Chief of Space Operations, brings nearly four decades of national security and leadership experience to IonQ.

General Raymond's appointment comes at a time when IonQ is focusing on expanding partnerships with governments and defense agencies across quantum computing, networking, and sensing. With his extensive leadership experience across nuclear, space, air, and cyber operations, General Raymond is expected to provide invaluable strategic vision and understanding of complex global security challenges to IonQ.

This appointment aligns with IonQ's commitment to advancing quantum technologies that support the evolving needs of government, defense, and space partners. Additionally, it reflects IonQ's ongoing investment in building a world-class team capable of delivering on its leading quantum technology roadmap.

IonQ's current generation quantum computers, IonQ Forte and IonQ Forte Enterprise, have been instrumental in helping customers and partners achieve 20x performance results. The company aims to deliver the world's most powerful quantum computers with 2 million qubits by 2030, with a focus on accelerating innovation in various fields such as drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense.

IonQ's rapid growth and innovative technology have been recognized in several prestigious lists, including Newsweek's 2025 Excellence Index 1000, Forbes' 2025 Most Successful Mid-Cap Companies list, and Built In's 2025 100 Best Midsize Places to Work in Washington DC and Seattle.

The company's advancements in quantum networking also position it as a leader in building the quantum internet, making quantum computing more accessible and impactful than ever before.

The market has reacted to these announcements by moving the company's shares -3.1% to a price of $67.28. If you want to know more, read the company's complete 8-K report here.

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