Before the Institute was launched, thirty Metro-Orlando executives representing business, government, and non-profit organizations, reviewed the proposed program and offered improvements.

It was decided that an Executive Advisory Board would be established to ensure the Institute Program is on the cutting edge in terms of meeting the workforce and leadership needs of industry. Membership will include representatives from Progress Energy, faculty, and the business community. The Advisory Board will make recommendations to the College of Engineering and Computer Science for improvements and enhancements as well as work with faculty to create an institute of national distinction.

"Thank you" to the following companies and organizations for your valuable input into the Institute: