Previous Experience

Dr. Lowans was a Product Director in QinetiQ Ventures Group developing a new business startup. He led the development of a scalable network security solution that addressed quantum key distribution, key management and network management systems with end-to-end encryption and authentication across optical network environments. He served as a Vice Chairman of a working group (ETSI QKD_ISG) developing international standards for quantum key distribution. Dr. Lowans has built a strong track record in creating value from technology innovation and commercial insight through experience in defense, security and telecom markets. He has experience in the development of full business plans, including financial forecasts, market strategies, technology and product roadmaps, and intellectual property strategies.

Professional Background

• QinetiQ, Product Director, Ventures Group, 15 years
• Short Brothers, Senior Research Engineer, 7 years

Education

• B.S. (Hons.), Physics, Queen's University Belfast
• M.B.A., Master of Business Administration, University of Warwick
• M.S., Opto-electronics, Queen's University Belfast
• Ph.D., Optical Information Processing, Queen's University Belfast