Petr Kavalíř serves as the Special Envoy for Quantum Technologies under the Minister for Science, Research, and Innovation and the Cabinet for Digitalization at the Government Office of the Czech Republic, where he oversees and coordinates the development of the Czech quantum ecosystem. He plays a leading role in shaping the Czech National Quantum Strategy and advancing the country’s engagement in European and global quantum initiatives. He is the Vice-Chair of the Government Council for the Information Society and a member of the OECD Experts Group on Quantum Technologies as well as the Innovation and Technology Experts Group at Business at OECD. Since 2019, he has been the CEO and Chairman of the Scientific Council at the New Technologies – Research Centre (NTC) of the University of West Bohemia. His work bridges science, innovation, and diplomacy, focusing on quantum technologies, advanced materials, and the development of international research collaborations between academia, industry, and government.