Jeff has a background as an engineer and entrepreneur with a career focused on deep-tech startups, as well as facility design, buildout and operations. He spent a decade working as a mechanical engineer in deep tech product development, with a focus on getting products from concept, through prototyping and launched into the market. Prior to joining Elevate Quantum, Jeff was the Founder & CEO of Spice Trade Brewery & Kitchen where he designed, stood up, and operated a restaurant and brewing facility with nationwide distribution.