Our Advisory Board

Our External Advisory Board members provide key external input to the department chair to help accomplish the department’s goals.

Justin Jenkins.

Justin Jenkins, Chair

Director, Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain, Stark Tech

Justin Jenkins is affiliated with Stark Tech, a company providing building technology and energy solutions. His industry perspective supports conversations about engineering systems, infrastructure, energy efficiency, and workforce preparation. His specific position and career background await confirmation.

Richard Doell.

Richard Doell

Owner, Doelltech Industries

Richard Doell owns Doelltech Industries and has a professional background in software engineering, systems architecture, and technical innovation. His perspective connects engineering and computing with entrepreneurship and applied technology development.

Norman Goldschmidt.

Norman Goldschmidt

President, Genesis AEC

Norman Goldschmidt leads Genesis AEC, an architecture, engineering, and construction firm serving life sciences clients. His extensive experience includes pharmaceutical engineering, manufacturing facilities, process design, and regulatory requirements. Before joining Genesis, he held engineering leadership responsibilities at Bristol-Myers Squibb.

Tyler Foster.

Tyler Foster

Project Engineer, Taber Industries

Tyler Foster is a Project Engineer at Taber Industries, a manufacturer of testing and measurement equipment. He brings an industry perspective on applied engineering, technical problem-solving, product development, and the skills needed for engineering practice.

Lydia Logan.

Lydia Logan

Vice President, IBM

Lydia Logan leads education and workforce development initiatives at IBM, helping expand access to technology education, digital skills, and career pathways. Her work includes strategic partnerships with educational institutions, employers, and nonprofit organizations, connecting emerging technologies and workforce readiness.

Michael Sobolewski.

Michael Sobolewski

CEO, Kinetic Business Partners

Michael Sobolewski is a senior executive and board member with more than 25 years of experience in aerospace and defense, medical devices, industrial manufacturing, and IoT. His expertise includes global operations, business development, M&A, and organizational turnarounds. He has held senior roles at Sparton, CTS, and GDM Electronic & Medical. He earned three engineering degrees from the University at Buffalo and an MBA from the University of Central                                            Florida.

Michael Wu.

Michael Wu

Thomas R. Brown Leadership Chair and Department Head, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Arizona

Michael Wu is an academic leader and researcher whose interests include cybersecurity, intelligent computing, wireless communications, and data privacy. Previously an academic leader at Old Dominion University, he earned graduate degrees from the University at Buffalo. He brings expertise in engineering research, academic leadership, and technical education.