» Schmid College Advisory Council

The Schmid College of Science and Technology Advisory Council serves the college by providing advice and counsel on the college’s vision and direction; by advocating for the college to external stakeholders; by developing strategic relationships with the region’s science and technology sectors; and by supporting the college in its programs and initiatives.

This volunteer group is comprised of alumni, business, community, and academic leaders with a shared commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education and research in the areas of science and technology.

Council Members

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Dean Anderson '86

Retired – VP of Global Operations
Chemistry at Beckman Coulter – A Danaher Operating Company
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Brandon Bernardo '21

Research Associate
Cibus
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Christopher John Bishop '05 (MBA '08) (Ph.D. '19)

Chief Operating Officer
Allied American University
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Leika Bishop '05

Director of Commerical Alignment
Vista Apex Dental Products
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Janelle Brunette

Chief Operating Officer
Octane OC
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Dr. Adam Kalawi '14

Medical Resident - Child Neurology
Children's Hospital of Orange County
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Juliana Moreno (M.A. '11)

Communications and Public Affairs & Communications Advisor
Phillips 66
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Dr. Taylor Patti '17

Research Scientist
NVIDIA
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Dr. Richard Pitts '70

Chief Medical Officer
CalOptima
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Lotus Thai '17

Environmental Integration Manager
Disneyland Resort