Board of Trustees

Physician (Ret.)

Member Since: 1984 

Armstrong has been active around Melbourne since the 1980s by opening a Domestic Profit Corporation called Raymond A. Armstrong, M.D., P.A. The company has been open since 1981 and has helped many Melbourne citizens with health care. Mr. Armstrong's activities aren't limited to the Melbourne area; he also ventures out to other states. In Huntsville, Al. is a health care provider with a specialization in diagnostic radiology. During his time at college, he practiced medicine at the Florida College of Medicine and the University of Florida College.

President (Ret) - Health First Physicians, Inc.

Member since: 1986

Baney has had 35 years of experience in the medical field since graduating from Emory University in the School of Medicine. He currently is a health care provider in the Melbourne area, but his offices reach out to Georgia. You can most likely find him at the Holmes Regional Medical Center. Over his time, he has gathered specialties in aerospace medicine, internal medicine, and rheumatology.

President / CEO - OmniFirst Group

Member since: 2006 

While working across Melbourne, Mr. Caruso founded Omnifirst Capital Corporation, a private investment firm in 1984. The company's goal has focused on the technology, healthcare, and entertainment industries. With being a founder, he also manages nine different companies that often deal with consulting in debt and equity funds. But his duties aren't specific to the financial world, Carusois also a co-owner of the Trenton Thunder Double-A minor league in baseball. The league is affiliated with the Yankees and the Lakewood Blue Claws. From his work in both finance and sports, in addition, to his partnership with Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation, Mr. Caruso has contributed a tremendous amount of time and dedication to Melbourne.

Secretary – Florida Tech Board of Trustees Senior Vice President, Investments - Crane Private Wealth Management of Raymond James

Member Since: 2017 

While working across Melbourne, Mr. Caruso founded Omnifirst Capital Corporation, a private investment firm in 1984. The company's goal has focused on the technology, healthcare, and entertainment industries. With being a founder, he also manages nine different companies that often deal with consulting in debt and equity funds. But his duties aren't specific to the financial world, Carusois also a co-owner of the Trenton Thunder Double-A minor league in baseball. The league is affiliated with the Yankees and the Lakewood Blue Claws. From his work in both finance and sports, in addition, to his partnership with Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation, Mr. Caruso has contributed a tremendous amount of time and dedication to Melbourne.

Partner - Krasny and Dettmer

Member since: 1999

Dettmer teamed up with an old friend Mike Krasny to create a law partnership in 1979. While the company has ceased operations, Mr. Dettmer still practices law at WhiteBird, PLLC in the Melbourne area. This has allowed him to continue his work in his concentrations of business law, estate planning, and real property law. Before his partnerships, Mr. Dettmer got his board certification in taxation from the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education. From his contributions to the field of law and community, he has an AV rating by Martindale Hubbell - the highest rating one can receive for legal ability and ethics.

Vice President of Engineering Aeronautics Systems - Northrop Grumman

Member since: 2021

Dreggors currently works for Northrop Grumman in Melbourne. She is the site leader and engineer for the company's Manned Aircraft Design Center of Excellence, which assists customers with strategic alignment for their needs. The skills she learned over her time, originated from her time at the University of Central Florida. Since many STEM careers are heavily male-dominated she got involved in the first Women in Science Engineering cohort that Northrop Grumman sponsored. Over time, the organization has raised the number of females that are present in the different fields that STEM is associated with.

Division President, Dyer Mortgage Group of Melbourne

Member since: 2018

Dyer is currently the Division President at Dyer Mortgage, which is a division of PRMI that gave her the title of a Nationwide Top producer with her advanced closing skills and home mortgage funding. In addition to her experience with mortgage banking she also has is a published author with international sales and recognition. Since moving to the Melbourne area, she has become a valued member of multiple charities.

Wells Fargo Advisors, VP, (Ret.)

Member since: 1999

Flammio has held many jobs over his life and started others from the ground up. First, he started at Joseph M. Flammio Family Foundation as the President in 1997. This company and Jmf, LLC in 2005 were both family-run organizations that served the community. While they aren't currently active anymore, Mr. Flammio works as the Vice President at Live Oak of Indian River County, Inc. since 2006. There he works as a registered agent

Sports Analyst, Former NFL Quarterback

Member since: 2014

Flutie is an ex-NFL player. He played in the USFL and the NFL until he switched to the Canadian Football League in 1989. There he leads his team to multiple championships. From his accomplishments in Canada, the NFL asked for his return where Mr. Flutie rose to fame and recognition. Before the NFL, he played college football at Boston College where he was awarded the Heisman Trophy and a statue for his hail mary game against the Miami Hurricanes. After retiring, he was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame and established The Doug FLutie Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc for his son.

Chairman of the Board, CarMax

Member Since: 2014

Mr. Folliard previously attended Florida Tech as a student where he majored in business in 1989. Currently, he is a non-executive chairman on the board of CarMax. He used his previously learned skills as a local used car wholesaler to move up the rank at CarMax. He was the No. 1 employee and was later promoted to senior buyer, director of purchasing, vice president of merchandising, senior vice president of store operations, executive vice president, president & chief executive officer, and finally chief executive officer. All of his advancements were done in a 27-year timeframe from graduating college to retiring.

Executive Director & Complex Manager, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management

Member Since: 2008

Freeman is an alumnus of Florida Tech. He graduated in 1990 and 1992 holding multiple degrees. He currently serves as an Executive Director and Complex Manager as a financial advisor. He also is a Morgan Stanley Wealth Management member. The membership has existed since 2008. The corporation is a financial services organization that specializes in retail brokerage.

CEO - Cypress Trust Company

Member since: 2021

Currently, Mrs, Kilborne is the CEO and President of Cypress Bank & Trust and the CEO of Cypress Capital Group. Over her thirty years of experience, she has developed some key skills and techniques to succeed in anything she puts her mind to. Her abilities don't stop with financial services, she also serves on multiple boards like HeathFirst, Inc., Downtown Development Authority, and the Economic Development Commission of the Space Coast.

Chief Innovation Officer, Health First, Inc.

Member Since: 2008

After graduating from the University of Wisonsin-Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Applied Science and Engineering and a dual major in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, Mr. McNeight moved to the University of Michigan to graduate with a master of engineering, computer information, and control engineering. Using his degree, he became the President and Co-Founder at Paravant Inc. He served the company for 18 years until he switched companies in 2002. Currently, he works as the Senior VP of Strategy at Health First Inc.

Attorney at Law - The Moore Law Group, PLLC

Member since: 2021

Moore has been an attorney, partner, and CEO of many companies over his time. He currently works at Moore Law Group, PPLC as a Managing Partner. Beforehand, he graduated from Morehouse College with a BA in Urban Planning in 1992 and was a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Mr. Moore then moved to law practice when he graduated from the University of Florida in the Fredric G. Levin College of Law with a J.D. in Law in 1995. From his work, he strives for mediation, litigation, and public speaking.

Executive Director, MDCC Holdings

Member Since: 2011 

Muns attended Florida Tech in 1978 for a bachelor's degree in business. He would later earn his MBA in 1980. He currently works as the Executive Director at MDCC Holdings. He also is a board of trustees member at Oceanic Marine Contractors and Affiliate Programs That Pay.

CFO (Ret.), Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa

Member Since: 2011

Phebus previously attended Florida Tech in 1974. He has been recognized with an alumni award for his work and contribution to the community. Mr. Phebus is retired but before worked at Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa Member. At the company, he rose through the ranks since entering in 2011 and ended up as CFO.

Partner, Deloitte (Ret.)

Member since: 2020

Porter currently works as a partner and Global Financial Services Executive Advisor at Deloitte LLP, a finance company. He has been with the organization for more than 30 years. Before his Deloitte work, he was the Chief Financial Officer at Monogram Bank of Georgia. As recognition for his work and contribution to the finance world, he is the recipient of the GE Capital Pinnacle Award. This came when he was on the General Electric High Potential Executive Program.

Partner (Ret.) - Holland & Knight - Potter, McClelland, Marks and Healy P.A., (Ret.)

Member since: 1982

Potter has been around the world holding many different jobs. In 1999, he served as a military advisor to the Office of High Representatives where he traveled to Bosnia and Sarajevo. He retired from the military with the medals of Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, Air Force Meritorious Service Medal, NATO Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Defense Meritorious Medal, and the Legion of Merit. In addition to being a veteran, he is a retired attorney partner from Holland and Knight and ex-President of Potter, McClelland, Marks, and Healy.

Senior Vice President of Investments, Wells Fargo Advisors, Melbourne (Ret.)

Member since: 2018

Prestwood is an alumnus of Florida Tech. He graduated with his master's in business administration. Upon retiring, he worked as the Senior Vice President for Investments at Wells Fargo Advisors. He has given much assistance in the financial needs of the Melbourne community.

Chairman - Florida Tech Board of Trustees CEO, Artemis IT

Member Since: 2012

Proctor is an alumnus of Florida Tech. He graduated in 1998 with his BS in computer science - information systems. He currently has multiple positions in his work life. He is the President of Artemis Internal Technologies and the CEO of Artemis IT. With this, he is a board member at Florida Tech and EDC of Florida's Space Coast. All of his positions have been held for 10-plus years with the most being close to 30 years.

President - Pruitt McCaslin, Inc.

Member since: 1987

Pruitt is an alumnus of Florida Tech. He graduated in 1972. Even though he has left the university, Florida Tech has never left him. He has been a board member since 1987. Currently, he works as the President at Pruitt McCaslin, Inc. The organization is a Florida Domestic Profit Corporation that was created in 1999.

Managing Director (Ret.) - Wells Fargo Advisors

Member since: 1995

Scafati is a retired veteran of the military. He served a year in Vietnam until he was able to transfer to the East Coast branch - where he resided in Melbourne for a couple of years. During this time, he taught at Florida Tech in the ROTC program. Upon leaving the area and moving to more of the Midwest, he became a financial advisor. Through his hard work, he got the chance to work at Edwards Financial and retired after 40 years.

President & CEO - Aerojet Rocketdyne (Ret.)

Member since: 2006

Seymour has held many jobs over his life. In 1983, he joined the Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems company. From here he became the Corporate Vice President and eventually the President in 2002. He retired from this company in 2008 after spending 25 years with it. He moved to Aerojet Rocketdyne, where he became CEO. He eventually retired fully in 2015.

Owner - Dunn Huntin Grove

Member since: 2003

Swann is currently a proud owner of Dunn Huntin Grove. The company is a homeowners association. Before taking up the organization, she was a member and director of the Jim and Jonnie Swann Corporation in 1988. Along with this, she has been a member of the Florida Tech Board of Trustees since 2003.

Verma started his educational journey at Florida Tech in 1987 where he graduated with a BS in Electrical Engineering. He continued, by receiving an MSE in electrical engineering from the University of Michigan and then a graduate degree of engineer in electrical engineering from Stanford University. After school, he started his career at Savi Technology, Inc. After many years with the company he transferred to 8X8, Inc. as CEO. He stayed here until 2020. Currently, he remains a member of multiple boards for companies and universities.

Major League Baseball Pitcher, Boston Red Sox

Member Since: 2014

Wakefield is a former professional baseball pitcher in Major League Baseball. He spent most of his career with the Boston Red Sox - 17 years. He retired in 2012 as the longest-serving player on the team and the all-time leader in innings pitched by a Red Sox pitcher. Mr. Wakefield also retired as one of the most charitable players. He started many community-wide events for the youth and donated his time and money to children's hospitals. His contributions can be seen around the country. He is a proud member of the Space Coast Early Intervention Center in Melbourne. He currently is a chairman of the Red Sox Foundation.

Board Certified Internist - Health First Medical Group

Member since: 2021

Weldon is an internal medicine specialist in Malabar, FL. He got his education at the Stony Brook UNviersity in biochemistry and then his medical degree from SUNY Buffalo School of Medicine. Through his hard work and dedication, he has over 40 years of experience in the medical field in helping out the community, with some of his work coming from the army. He served in the army for six years as a physician. He currently works as a board-certified internist at the Health First Medical Group office. He has been recognized for the Delivery of Quality Diabetes Care by the National Committee for Quality Assurance and then in addition to providing amazing care to individuals with cardiovascular disease from the NCQA's Heart/Stroke program.