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. Jim Cope
Chief Special Agent
Arizona Attorney General’s Office Special Investigation Section
Mr. Ishtiaque Hussain
Senior Software Engineer
Ms. Cheryl Johnson
Technical Integration Lead for Human Performance, Training and Education
Leidos Holdings Inc.
Mr. Colby Lasyone
Chief of Staff
Othram Inc.
Mr. Yuri McKee
Partner Surgeon
East Valley Ophthalmology
Ms. Dominique Thompson
Data Scientist
McKesson Medical-Surgical
Mr. Pierre Tibi
President, Yavapai Cardiac Surgery
Yavapai Regional Medical Center
Ms. Narrara Moura
Sr. Analytics QA Engineer
Paramount+
Ms. Kathrin Spendier
Technical Prize Director, XPRIZE Quantum Applications
XPRIZE Foundation
Mr. David Pace
Deputy Director
DIII-D National Fusion Facility
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3700 Willow Creek Rd.
Prescott, AZ 86301