Dave Fallowfield

Kunihiro Toge received B.E. and M.E. degrees in mechanical engineering and D.E. degree in electrical engineering from Waseda University, Tokyo,…

Rashmi Varma is a multidimensional innovator working at the convergence of quantum photonics, advanced wireless networks, and scalable digital infrastructure. With over two decades of global experience—from leading multi-million dollar R&D initiatives at Fujitsu to founding education and next generation private ventures—Rashmi brings a rare synthesis of deep technical fluency, entrepreneurial agility, and systems-level thinking. As CEO and Chief Researcher of QuantaWatt, she explores the frontiers of quantum electrodynamics to reimagine how energy and information flow in future-ready networks. Her work applies foundational quantum research to real-world systems across communications, utilities, transportation, and healthcare. A sought-after speaker, visiting faculty at UT Dallas teaching Quantum Computing, and a past recipient of the North Texas Top Women in Tech award, Rashmi’s authentic edge lies in her ability to build connections between innovation and access.