Damir Bogdan is an internationally recognized technology executive, CEO, keynote speaker, and expert at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing. He serves as the Chief Strategy & Alliance Officer at QuantumBasel, an innovative hub focused on quantum computing and AI technology access (including IBM Premium Systems and D-Wave). He previously laid the foundational framework for this ecosystem as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of QuantumBasel from 2022 to 2025. Concurrently, Damir acts as the Chief Technology Officer for uptownBasel, leading the Center of Competence for Quantum Computing & AI.

With extensive dual roots in Switzerland and Silicon Valley, CA, Damir has operated as the Chief Executive Officer of Actvide since 2015, where he leads digital transformation, innovation, and strategic business consulting initiatives. A seasoned corporate governor, his leadership extends to high-level board advisory roles as a Member of the Board of Directors (Verwaltungsrat) for both the Hälg Group in St. Gallen and XiTrust – The eSignature Company Schweis in Sankt Gallen.