The Global Electronics Association announces its APEX EXPO keynote lineup, featuring industry titans who will explore the frontiers of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and the electrification of global industries. Taking place March 16-19, 2026, in Anaheim, California, APEX EXPO offers attendees visionary insights into the technologies shaping the future of electronics and beyond.

Computing at the Quantum Advantage Frontier
David Lokken-Toyli, Principal Research Scientist, IBM Quantum

As quantum computing moves closer to realizing real-world applications, David Lokken-Toyli will examine IBM Quantum’s roadmap toward large-scale, error-corrected quantum computers and the hardware advances enabling this evolution.

He will share how component manufacturers can play a pivotal role in the emerging quantum supply chain, offering a forward-looking perspective on collaboration opportunities for the electronics industry.

“Quantum computing represents one of the most exciting frontiers in modern technology — and the electronics community will be central to realizing its full potential,” said Lokken-Toyli. “Our progress depends on innovation at every level of the hardware ecosystem.”

Advanced Packaging: A Crucial Enabler for Heterogeneous Integration
Ravi Mahajan, Intel Fellow and Director of Assembly and Packaging Technology Pathfinding

Heterogeneous Integration (HI) is a powerful and crucial enabler for the continued growth of computing and communication performance. Advanced packaging technologies are critical enablers of HI because of their importance as compact, power-efficient platforms.

Interest in HI research has increased in recent years, which opens up greater opportunities for collaboration between academia and industry. A broad-scope roadmap of the future, generated as part of an industry-academic collaboration, will be discussed in this context to highlight the opportunities enabled by HI, with a focus on interconnect scaling and associated future directions and challenges.

This talk will focus on the tremendous opportunities in various application environments and explore the projected evolution of advanced packaging architectures.

The Next Renaissance
Zack Kass, Futurist, Founder of ZK.AI Advisory & Former Head of Go-to-Market at OpenAI

AI is driving a new era of human and technological transformation. In this thought-provoking keynote, Zack Kass explores the parallels between the historical Renaissance and today’s AI-driven revolution, revealing how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, workforces, and the human experience itself.

Kass offers an optimistic view of AI’s potential for innovation, opportunity, and human advancement, while providing actionable strategies to help organizations harness its power responsibly and effectively.

“AI isn’t just changing the tools we use — it’s redefining what’s possible for humanity,” said Kass. “Leaders who embrace this transformation will be best positioned to shape the next great chapter of innovation.”

The Electronics Revolution: Powering Every Industry’s Future
John W. Mitchell, President & CEO, Global Electronics Association

The $6 trillion global electronics industry powers innovation across nearly every sector, from AI and autonomous systems to precision agriculture, aerospace, and healthcare.

Drawing on exclusive data and market intelligence, Mitchell will share bold predictions for the future, including the implications of AI, design advancements, and smart infrastructure. His keynote will deliver actionable insights for navigating supply chain complexity, fostering strategic interdependence, and seizing new growth opportunities.

“Our industry doesn’t just enable innovation—it drives the global economy,” said Mitchell. “To sustain that momentum, we must collaborate across borders and disciplines to strengthen our collective resilience and ensure long-term viability.”

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