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Advisory Boards

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Our Advisory Boards play a vital role in shaping the future of technology education, research and innovation.

The department is guided by an Executive Advisory Board composed of industry leaders, academic experts and dedicated alumni who provide strategic oversight and direction. Additionally, each program within the department is supported by its own Program Advisory Board, ensuring that curriculum, skills development and industry partnerships remain relevant and forward-thinking.

Through this multi-tiered advisory structure, we foster meaningful connections, align with industry trends and prepare students to excel in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

 

Executive Advisory Board

Executive Board Members from left to right: Kevin Parker, Justin Norwood, James Fredley, Kenne Montford, David Wallace, Greg Lovette

 Portrait of David Wallace

David Wallace, Executive Advisor

Portrait of James Fredley

James Fredley, Executive Officer at Triumph Interactive

 Portrait of Greg Lovette

Greg Lovette, Chief Executive Officer at Radix Bay

 

Rob MacQueen, Chief Operating Officer at 45 Drives

 Portrait of Keven Parker

Kevin Parker, Information Technology at Corning

 Portrait of Kenne Mountford

Kenne Mountford, Director of Epidemiology at Boehringer-ingleheim

Computer Science Program Advisory Board

The Computer Science Program Advisory Board plays a key role in guiding the program’s growth and ensuring its relevance in today’s dynamic tech industry. Composed of industry professionals, academic experts and alumni, the board provides valuable insights into curriculum development, emerging technologies and workforce trends. Their expertise helps shape a program that equips students with the technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and innovative mindset needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving field. Through ongoing collaboration, the board strengthens industry partnerships and enhances the real-world impact of the program.

  • Viet Pham, nCino
  • Alex Arzaghi, nCino
  • Dan Wuensch, nCino
  • Ashley Lomboy, Corning
  • Lynn Barbee, Atlantic Packaging
  • Carl Gager, New Potato Technologies
  • Hogan Hagy, Deloitte
  • Rob MacQueen, 45 Drives
  • James Fredley, Triumph Interactive
  • Greg Lovette, RadixBay
  • Emily Schull, Ohanafy 

CYBERSECURITY ADVISORY BOARD

The UNCW Cybersecurity Advisory Board provides input into the curriculum as well as special educational events. These events are not only for students but also regional cybersecurity professionals.

Cybersecurity Advisory Board

Digital Arts Program Advisory Board

The Digital Arts Program Advisory Board plays a vital role in shaping the program’s creative and technological direction. Comprised of industry professionals, developers, artists, designers and alumni, the board provides valuable insights on emerging trends, tools, and best practices in digital media. Their guidance ensures the program remains innovative, equipping students with the artistic skills, technical expertise and creative problem-solving abilities needed to thrive in fields such as animation, game design, interactive media and beyond. Through this collaboration, the board strengthens industry connections and enhances the program’s real-world impact.

  • Meredith Renda, Altera Digital Health
  • Kim Nguyen Gibson, IronStride Marketing and Digital Co.
  • Emma Nielsen, Accenture
  • Victoria White, Davis Kane Architects
  • Neha Patibanda, NTT DATA
  • Maya Gundepudi, Freddie Mac
  • Cassabdra Ortiz, Training Industry, Inc
  • Cameron Detig, The Third Floor
  • Allison Rannels, Align Technology

Information Technology Program Advisory Board

The Information Technology Program Advisory Board plays a crucial role in guiding the program’s evolution to meet the demands of today’s rapidly changing tech landscape. Comprised of industry experts, IT professionals and alumni, the board provides valuable insights on emerging technologies, industry standards and workforce needs. Their expertise helps shape a curriculum that equips students with the technical skills, problem-solving abilities and practical experience required for careers in systems administration, cybersecurity, software development and beyond. Through this collaboration, the board strengthens industry partnerships and ensures the program remains innovative and career-focused.

  • Kevin Spears, City of Wilmington
  • James Ramon, UNCW
  • Madison Polk, Corning Credit Union
  • Greg Smith
  • Berry Avery, Onslow County Schools
  • Greg Vandergriff, Town of Leland
  • Eden Bennet, Lenovo

Intelligent Systems Engineering Program Advisory Board

The Intelligent Systems Engineering Program Advisory Board plays a key role in shaping the program’s direction and ensuring it remains at the forefront of technological innovation. Comprised of industry leaders, engineering experts and alumni, the board provides valuable insights into emerging technologies, industry trends and best practices. Their guidance helps refine the curriculum, equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics and data engineering. Through this collaboration, the board strengthens industry connections and enhances the program’s impact on the evolving tech landscape.

  • Kevin Parker, Corning
  • Tronda Lee, Duke Energy
  • Tim Clark, General Electric
  • Phil Williams
  • Robert Creighton, Windlift
  • Steve Cook, NSA
  • Youri Nelson, Lumos Data
  • Rob Cooley, Nuream
  • David Reeser, Opiaid
  • Benjamin Wespi, Ellington Industries Inc.

Software Engineering Program Advisory Board

The Software Engineering Program Advisory Board is comprised of software leaders, alumni, and students who ensure the program aligns with industry needs. Their guidance helps to equip students with the necessary technical expertise, project-based learning and personal skills required to succeed in software engineering. The board also serves as a resource for student internships, expert speakers, entrepreneurial guidance and student mentorship.

  • Christine Brown, Director of Engineering, Vantaca
  • Chris Cox, Chief Technology Officer, Apiture
  • Ryan Eastman, IT Director, LabCorp
  • John Gillespie, Chief Technology Officer, MegaCorp Logistics
  • Jeremy Hodges, Chief Technology Officer, Live Oak Bank
  • Sunny Hwang, Chief Information Officer, New Hanover County
  • Rama Kandala, Chief Information Officer, Corning Optical
  • Thomas Lovette, Software Engineering Manager, Vantaca
  • Christopher Watford, Chief Technology Officer, Essential Personnel