The College of Business (COB) Innovation Advisory Board (IAB) is composed of a distinctive team of current and former business professionals from different sectors of the aviation, aerospace and logistics industries. Its mission is to guide, innovate and support initiatives that enhance education, research and industry partnerships.

The Innovation Advisory Board plays a major role in guiding the COB toward greater alignment with industry trends, workforce needs and technological advancements in aviation and aerospace. By offering strategic insights into emerging technologies and industry best practices, the board ensures that the COB’s academic programs remain forward-thinking and responsive to future demands. Members provide recommendations on refining strategic goals related to industry partnerships and innovation, ensuring that curricula stay relevant by addressing knowledge gaps and integrating experiential learning opportunities. Through these efforts, the Innovation Advisory Board strengthens the COB’s role as a key player in driving industry-relevant education, research and collaboration.

Chuck Corcoran

Maj. Gen. Chuck Corcoran, Ret.

USAFChuck
Scientific Systems Company Inc.
H55 U.S.

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Klemen Ferjan

Mr. Klemen Ferjan

Head of Business Transformation & PMO
21Air

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Pedro de la Fuente

Mr. Pedro de la Fuente

Senior Manager
External Affairs & Sustainability, The Americas
International Air Transport Association

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Ramy A Rahimi

Dr. Ramy A. Rahimi

Partnerships Lead
Strategic Partnerships Office
NASA Langley Research Center

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Santiago Saltos

Mr. Santiago Saltos

Regional Safety Director, Latin America & Caribbean
Airbus

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Bob Snyder

Mr. Bob Snyder

Senior Vice President – Aviation/UAS Operations
Sedgwick, Inc.

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Phil Stenstrom

Mr. Phil Stenstrom

Director, PDX Innovation & Customer Experience
Port of Portland

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Worldwide College of Business Innovation Advisory Board
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
1 Aerospace Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114