# IonQ

> IonQ is a VC fund in College Park backing Software and Quantum Computing. See 7 investments, check sizes, portfolio and contact details. Updated Aug 2026.

- Type: VC Fund
- Location: College Park, United States
- Total investments: 7
- Last investment: Jul 2026
- Lead investor: 43%
- Last updated: Aug 2026
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ionq.co
- X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/IonQ_Inc
- Website: https://ionq.com

IonQ is a VC fund in College Park focused on Software and Quantum Computing. IONQ develops general-purpose quantum information processors to solve the world’s complex problems. Its unique trapped ion approach combines unmatched physical performance, perfect qubit replication, optical networkability, and highly optimized algorithms to create a quantum computer that is as scalable as it is powerful and that will support abroad array of applications across a variety of industries.It was founded in 2015 and is based in College Park, Maryland.

## Contacts

5 contacts available for IonQ. Shizune tracks 5 team members at IonQ. Sign up free to unlock them: https://app.shizune.co/sign-up/investor-profiles/find-team-emails/ionq-inc?utm_source=investor_profile

## Investment focus

### Industry

| Industry | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Software | 3 | 43% |
| Quantum Computing | 3 | 43% |
| Computer | 2 | 29% |
| Drones | 1 | 14% |
| Sports | 1 | 14% |

27 industries tracked in total.

### Stage

| Stage | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Post-IPO Equity | 2 | 29% |
| Venture - Series Unknown | 2 | 29% |
| Grant | 1 | 14% |
| Series B | 1 | 14% |
| Corporate Round | 1 | 14% |

### Country

| Country | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| United States | 2 | 29% |
| Canada | 1 | 14% |
| Israel | 1 | 14% |
| Sweden | 1 | 14% |
| Singapore | 1 | 14% |

6 countries tracked in total.

## Team

| Name | Title | Investments | Profile |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Jungsang Kim | Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer | 0 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/jungsang-kim |
| Christopher Monroe | Co-Founder & Chief Scientist | 0 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/christopher-monroe |
| Mahsa Dornajafi | VP Finance & Operations | 0 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/mahsa-dornajafi |
| Peter Chapman | President & CEO | 0 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/peter-chapman-ff42 |
| Peter Chapman | President & CEO | 0 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/peter-chapman-e268 |

## Investments

| Company | Description | Amount | Stage | Date | Website |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Chicago Quantum Exchange | Chicago Quantum Exchange advances the science and engineering of quantum information through collaborative research and technology development. Chicago Quantum Exchange connects universities, national laboratories, and industry partners to develop quantum communication, computing, and sensing technologies. Chicago Quantum Exchange designs anddelivers education and training programs for students, researchers, and professionals entering quantum-related fields. Chicago Quantum Exchange analyzes quantum workforce and economic trends and supports initiatives such as startup accelerators, job studies, and professional courses tied to quantum technologies. Chicago Quantum Exchange convenes summits, fellowships, and community events to support knowledge sharing and growth of the quantum technology ecosystem. | $55M | Grant | Jul 20, 2026 |  |
| Horizon Quantum | Horizon Quantum Computing is pioneering classical to quantum programming: the automatic construction of quantum algorithms from conventional languages such as Matlab, Python or C. Spanning the entire chain from algorithm generation to hardware-specific implementation, its programming tools will allow users to develop quantum-acceleratedapplications whatever their expertise.Horizon Quantum Computing was founded in 2018 by Dr Joe Fitzsimons, a former professor and principal investigator at the Centre for Quantum Technologies in Singapore. The leadership team also includes Dr Si-Hui Tan, an active researcher in the field of quantum information science with over 15 years experience. | $110M | Post-IPO Equity | Mar 19, 2026 |  |
| CCRM | Regenerative Medicine (RM), which aims to harness the power of stem cells, biomaterials and molecules to repair, regenerate or replace diseased cells, tissues and organs, has the promise to treat, manage and perhaps cure some of the most devastating and costly diseases in the world today.Many new and potentially life-changing RM-basedtreatments never reach patients because they are not successfully moved from the laboratory to a stage where they can be used in medicine. In order to fulfill RM’s promise to treat the many diseases affecting their population, a world-renowned group of stem cell scientists and bioengineers have come together to form CCRM.CCRM’s mission is to generate sustainable health and economic benefits through global collaboration in cell and gene therapy, and regenerative medicine. |  | Corporate Round | Dec 01, 2025 |  |
| Heven AeroTech | Heven AeroTech creates and manufactures the next generation of autonomous technologies for military, commercial, and public safety applications. | $100M | Series B | Nov 24, 2025 |  |
| Classiq Technologies | Classiq Technologies, the leading quantum software company, provides an all-encompassing software platform (IDE, compiler and OS) with a single point of entry into quantum computing, from algorithm design to execution. Tailored to all levels of developer proficiency, Classiq aims to democratize access to quantum computing with software that equipscustomers to take full advantage of the quantum computing revolution. A low-code development environment that automates quantum programming ensures that a broader range of talents, including those with backgrounds in AI, ML and linear algebra, can harness quantum computing without requiring deep, specialized knowledge of how to program quantum computer hardware. Classiq also works closely with advanced computation hardware providers providing software for use with quantum computers, HPC and quantum simulators. Backed by powerful investors such as HPE, HSBC, Samsung, Intesa Sanpaolo and NTT, Classiq’s world-class team of scientists and engineers has distilled decades of quantum expertise into its groundbreaking software development platform. |  | Venture - Series Unknown | Nov 13, 2025 |  |
| Einride | Einride is a freight technology company providing digital, electric, and autonomous shipping. It was founded in 2016 and became the world’s first company to operate an autonomous, electric freight vehicle on a public road in 2019. Einride´s award-winning technology and products enable users to execute on electrification and automation, order andtrack shipments, oversee routes and assignments, visualize data and gain insights. | $100M | Venture - Series Unknown | Oct 01, 2025 |  |
| Genius Sports | Genius Sports is a global leader in sports data technology, distribution, and commercialization services. They provide innovative and data-driven solutions to leagues and federations.Genius Sports has become the trusted partner of hundreds of sporting bodies, including the world’s largest international federations and professional leagues such asFIBA and the English Premier League. Taking a true partnership approach to working with sport, they distribute official data for organizations such as the ATP and WTA.Genius Sports’ commitment to sport goes beyond delivering profitable and technical solutions for their partners. They understand that the protection, integrity, and successful commercialization of sports data is fundamental to the continued success of the industry. Its future requires those who run sports and those who utilize the data to work closely together, therefore ensuring sport is protected and opportunities are maximized. | $330M | Post-IPO Equity | Apr 21, 2021 |  |

7 of 7 investments shown.

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## FAQ

### What does IonQ invest in?

IonQ invests primarily in Software, Quantum Computing and Computer startups, most often at Post-IPO Equity and Venture - Series Unknown stage. Most of the 7 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United States. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.

### How do I contact IonQ?

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### Who are the partners at IonQ?

The team at IonQ includes Jungsang Kim (Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer), Christopher Monroe (Co-Founder & Chief Scientist) and Mahsa Dornajafi (VP Finance & Operations). The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.

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