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There is a lot in the cloud—just ask Dr. Steven Atkin, chief technology officer and distinguished engineer at IBM. Steven has been working on globalization issues at IBM for over twenty years. He serves to address the challenges developers encounter in their work transitioning to the cloud. In his current role, he is focused on the overall client experience and…

Ann Dunwoody, a fourth-generation Army soldier, grew up understanding what it meant to serve her country. As America’s first female four-star general and former commanding general of the U.S. Army Materiel Command, she truly learned that leaders never stop learning, refining, growing, and adapting. General Dunwoody earned her master of science in logistics management from Florida Tech in 1987. After…

Julian has always loved technology, which is why he was involved in creating FITV, the student-run and operated TV station at Florida Tech. These days, he lends his expertise to many start-up companies. He is a senior advisor working with businesses on their ecommerce strategy and implementation. Currently, Julian is founding chairman of a start-up that is developing solar-powered vehicles…

For thirty- four years, David was one of the behind-the- scenes people in charge of the exhilarating shows at SeaWorld. He was involved with the development of training techniques for SeaWorld performances, animal/guest interactions, and scientific discoveries. Through his work directing the activities of trainers, curators, veterinarians, and biologists, he provided unparalleled contributions to our understanding of marine mammals and…

Jen Gillette has shown promise as a leader for her entire life. As a youth and high school soccer player in the Ormond Beach, Florida area, she was fearless, impossible to get over or around, and a fine reader of the game. She brought that quiet, indomitable influence to Fidgi Haig’s soccer team and Adam Thorstad’s rowing team at Florida…

Thanks to the Delaware Valley Science Fair, where he won the opportunity to view a shuttle launch, Joe Bussenger learned about Florida Tech. He went on to choose Florida Tech to earn his bachelor of science in aerospace engineering in 2013 and is planning further graduate degrees at the university as well. As a standout student, Joe won several awards,…

Mert Kutlu earned his bachelor of science in aviation management from Florida Tech in 2010 and has since gone on to become the youngest first officer with Turkish Airlines. He achieved the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airmen Certification, given to pilots who have exceeded the FAA’s educational, licensing, and medical standards. In 2016, just four years after joining Turkish Airlines,…

Along her higher education journey, Chelsea Harms-Tuohy discovered she did not want to be stuck inside, sitting behind a desk. With a leap of faith in 2015, Chelsea took the plunge to establish Isla Mar Research Expeditions, making the turquoise waters of Rincon, Puerto Rico, her classroom. Weathering the challenges brought on by both hurricanes and budgeting for science-based programs,…

With her larger-than- life personality, Daniela Iacobelli burst onto the collegiate golf scene as 2005 Sunshine State Conference Freshman of the Year. She graduated from Florida Tech in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, and she has continued to work the golf circuit ever since. Daniela was the individual winner of the 2007 NCAA Division II Women’s Golf…

Sean fell in love with aviation at an early age. While living in Ireland as a child, he would watch planes take off and land from his family’s home near the Dublin Airport. His passion for flying propelled McGeough to pursue a career in the clouds. He earned his MBA from Florida Tech in 2005. He is currently executive vice…