The Industry Advisory Board supports the College of Arts & Sciences by providing guidance on strategic priorities, academic programs and emerging opportunities in the field. Members bring diverse perspectives that help align education with industry needs while fostering connections between the College, employers and the broader community. Through meetings and events, board members engage with students and faculty, serve as ambassadors for the College and help strengthen partnerships that prepare graduates for success.

Board Members

Mr. David Armas
Assistant District Attorney
Norfolk County District Attorney's Office

Mr. Bernie Burnett
Manager, Change Management Team
L3Harris

Dr. Tara Cohen
Director of Surgical Safety and Human Factors
Research Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Mr. Jay D'Amico
President and CEO
Louisiana Steam Equipment Company

Mr. Rob Deininger
President and CEO
AdventHealth East Florida Division

Ms. Amber Gell
Director of Strategy & Partnerships
KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services

Mr. Rob Hill
Sales Manager of Government and Commercial Accounts
EACOWT

Mr. Geoff Hunt
VP, Imaging Service and Supply Chain
Intelas Healthcare

Ms. Michelle Lucas
Founder & CEO
Higher Orbits Foundation

Ms. Rhonda Lyons
Micro Aerospace Solutions

Mr. Jim Pharmer
Chief Scientist
Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems 

Dr. Danielle Rosales
Corporate Relations Manager
Space Tango

Ms. Geetanjali Ruben
RTX

Mr. Jeffery Smith
Manager, Project Implementation
The Boeing Company

Dr. Andrew Weinfeld
Chief Clinical Officer
AdventHealth East Florida Division

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