Experts Driving Innovation

Bringing together a multidisciplinary team with expertise in quantum sensing, geophysics, software, and commercialization to transform the future of subsurface exploration.

Dr. Mehdi Biderang Mehdi
Dr. Mahsa Abdetedal Mahsa
Dr. Sarah Jenna Sarah
Dr. Yashar Mayamei Yashar
Dr. Mathieu Massicotte Mathieu
Annie Bergevin Annie
Dr. Mehdi Biderang

Dr. Mehdi Biderang

Founder & CEO

Quantum scientist and technologist specializing in superconducting devices, SQUIDs, and Josephson junctions. He leads the development of advanced sensing hardware, transforming cutting-edge quantum research into practical, high-performance systems for subsurface exploration, geophysical imaging, and precision detection technologies.

Dr. Mahsa Abdetedal

Co-Founder & COO

Mining engineer and geophysicist specialized in subsurface investigation, field operations, and geophysical software systems. She leads software and operational development, transforming advanced sensing technologies into practical tools for engineering applications, resource evaluation, and subsurface exploration workflows.

Dr. Mahsa Abdetedal
Dr. Sarah Jenna

Dr. Sarah Jenna

Executive Chair, Board of Directors

Sarah Jenna is an experienced executive and strategic leader supporting ZaviQ’s growth, commercialization, and corporate development. As Executive Chair of the Board, she provides strategic guidance on business development, partnerships, fundraising, and the company’s path to market.

Dr. Yashar Mayamei

Nanofabrication Expert

Quantum device scientist with over 18 years of experience in superconducting technologies, cryogenics, nanofabrication, and quantum sensing systems. His expertise spans advanced device fabrication, quantum materials engineering, and next-generation superconducting sensor technologies for scientific and industrial applications.

Dr. Yashar Mayamei
Dr. Mathieu Massicotte

Dr. Mathieu Massicotte

Academic Partner

Assistant Professor at Université de Sherbrooke specializing in quantum materials, nanophotonics, and advanced sensing systems. He leads academic research collaborations and scientific partnership initiatives focused on next-generation sensing technologies.

Annie Bergevin

CFO

Strategic CFO specialized in technology startups, with expertise in venture financing, financial strategy, and growth planning. She directs financial strategy, fundraising, and investor readiness to support long-term company growth and scalability.

Annie Bergevin