Lawrence Gasman / CIR

Lawrence Gasman is the President and Founder of CIR. He is a leading authority on deep-technology markets and the founder of CIR. For more than four decades, he has advised multinational corporations, venture investors, and strategic planners on where advanced technologies are heading — and how to act before markets shift. His expertise spans AI infrastructure, hyperscale data centers, optical networking, photonics, advanced processors, quantum technologies, and deep-tech commercialization. Lawrence is known for identifying inflection points early and delivering forecasts grounded in technical reality rather than hype.

Executives rely on his analysis to guide market entry, capital allocation, product strategy, and competitive positioning in complex, fast-moving sectors. A frequent speaker and sought-after commentator, Lawrence has been quoted and interviewed by major media outlets, including TIME and leading industry publications such as Lightwave. His perspectives are valued for their independence, clarity, and long-term view of technology cycles. He has also testified to Congress and advised the White House on telecommunications matters. He is the author of multiple books and publisher of the CIR DeepTech newsletter, read by professionals across technology, finance, and policy.