John Donovan, Angel Investor

John Donovan is the founder of Qudit, focused on long-term investments in innovation and technology-enabled businesses. He previously led AT&T Communications for more than a decade, driving global leadership in 5G and the transition to software-defined networking. His career reflects deep expertise in telecommunications, national security, and advanced technologies. He serves as lead independent director at Palo Alto Networks, director at Lockheed Martin, and member of the National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee, while also authoring work on technology and leadership. As an angel investor, John has backed ventures across AI, cybersecurity, and advanced computing. His recent investments include Outtake, Milestone, Haiket, and Valar Atomics, highlighting his interest in companies at the intersection of innovation, infrastructure, and national security.