Mike Bennett
Physicist & Educator
I am a physicist! I currently work as the Director of Education and Workforce Development for a quantum information science center.
I’m not the other guy you’re thinking of — my name has TWO t’s.
What Do I Do?
In my position as Director of Education for the Q-SEnSE NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute, I help set the strategic direction for Q-SEnSE education and workforce initiatives, design courses and programs, and collaborate across different domains to ensure that Colorado students are well-equipped to enter the quantum workforce.
Recent(ish) News
Last updated: 06 April 2025
Quantum workforce development is not a solo pursuit — here is some work I’ve been glad to collaborate on recently (maybe, assuming this block is actually up to date).
I am working with the Quantum Economic Development Consortium, the Johns Hopkins University Science Diplomacy Group, and the Elevate Quantum Tech Hub to convene a first-of-its-kind Summit focused on articulating field-wide strategic goals for quantum education and workforce development. Learn more.
I was a co-author on a workforce roadmap released in October 2024 and funded by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT). The roadmap articulates the clear need for quantum education at all levels of specialization, from PhD to technician. Learn more.
“Stop quoting Albert Einstein out of context.”
Eratosthenes of Cyrene
What Else Do I Do?
I try to be very professionally active, including
- Mentoring students and professionals
- Facilitating training in science communication
- Designing and facilitating public engagement
- Research on physics education
- Professional society leadership
International Year of Quantum, alongside some truly extraordinary quantum workforce leaders
Please Reach Out To Me!
I’d love to speak with you about quantum education, informal learning, or anything else!