EXECUTIVE BOARD 2023-2024
CHAIR
Name: Utkarsh Misra
About me: Hey! I am Utkarsh, and I am a 5th year BS/MS student at the USF Electrical Engineering department. I finished my undergraduate in Spring 2023 with concentrations in Micro/Nano-electronics and RF track. Outside school, I enjoy supporting Tampa Bay sports teams, rowing, and hating math.
My Role: I first got involved with IEEE USF back in my freshman year in 2019, and having witnessed this club grow so much in past years, I am committed to maintain the growth rate of IEEE USF and carry on the legacy my predecessors left! If you have any questions regarding our club or any part of it, feel free to catch me in the engineering hallways or shoot me an email! Looking forward to hearing from you!"
Contact: ieeeusfchair@gmail.com
VICE CHAIR
Name: John Koch
About me: I love computers! I am a Senior in USF CSE for Computer Science concentrating in robotics and machine learning. Outside of school stuff I love surfing and Brazilian Jujitsu.
My Role: I first joined IEEE as a freshman, and I was instantly hooked! My favorite thing about our club is the amount of focus we spend on engineering and project development. As the Vice Chair, my job is to promote our club's various professional development programs and organize our various social events. If at any time you have any questions of where or how you may fit into our club, never hesitate to ask!
Contact: ieeeusfvicechair@gmail.com
SECRETARY
Name: Ryan Hillock
About me: Hello everybody I am a Junior mechanical engineering student who loves rock climbing, designing wacky machines and going to antique stores.
My Role: As the secretary, my job is to communicate updates and important information to our Club's members. Weekly, I coordinate and write our Organization's newsletter which is sent out to all College of Engineering students.
Contact: ieeeusfsecretary@gmail.com
TREASURER
Name: Kaden Sauder
About me: Hi my name is Kaden Sauder. I’m a senior studying electrical engineering with a concentration in RF and Power. I hope to work in defense Post grad. I enjoy volleyball and spending time with my wife and dog.
My Role: As treasurer of IEEE I’m responsible for making sure all our events and subclubs are properly funded so that we have all the necessary supplies.
Contact: ieeeusftreasurer@gmail.com
FUNDARAISING CHAIR
Name: Roberto Montero
About me: I’m an Air Force veteran turned electrical engineer with leadership experience in both military and commercial operations. I love having the opportunity to help others achieve their goals through new opportunities. I joined the IEEE student branch to provide more opportunities to students directly and am planning to keep that momentum going!
My Role: I am the Fundraising Chair and my role is to manage our laboratory kit program and create fundraising opportunities for the IEEE student branch.
Contact: ieeeusffundraising@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CHAIR
Name: Darien Steele
About me:I am IEEE's Professional Development chair for 2023-2024! I am an Electrical Engineering major finishing up my degree this year. Outside of IEEE and school, I'll usually be found at the gym (I used to be a personal trainer at the REC)!
My Role: My tasks consist of connecting students with professionals and hope to better each student that participates in IEEE's events.
Contact: ieeeusfprofdev@gmail.com
ELECTRATON
Name: Josh Basso
About me: I enjoy making things with my hands. People who buy thigs that they can make are wasting their potential. Engineering allows me to build complex machines and engines by just combining simpler pieces together just like a Lego set. I also enjoy racing. Which has lead me to combine my 2 favorite hobbies into one.
My Role: I am the Electrathon chair, and our main goal is to further the understanding of aerodynamics efficiency by building and racing electric cars. I organize the building and the racing‚ but you have a responsibility too‚ commit your ideas and some of your time to a project like this and I can assure you that you wont regret it, so definitely consider taking a leap and coming out to see what we really do.
Contact: ieeeusfelectrathon1@gmail.com
VEX ROBOTICS
Name: Nathan Moses
About me: Hi! I’m Nathan, the VEX Robotic for IEEE. Some of my hobbies are football, listening to music, and enjoying food.
My Role: My role as the VEX Chair consists of preparing our teams for competitions, as well as planning and volunteering at local events.
Contact: ieeeusfvexchair@gmail.com
WEBMASTER
Name: Caterina Giovanna Capuozzo
About me: Hello everyone! I am Caterina, I am 21 years old and I am Electrical Engineering student from Italy. I love spending my free time singing and working out! I am very hardworking and eager to take part to new projects, therefore I joined the IEEE to learn more and get experience. My motto is "Always be a better version of yourself!"
My Role: I am the Webmaster and my role is to manage our online platforms such as the IEEE student branch website, Instagram and more.
Contact: ieeeusfwebmaster@gmail.com
MENTORSHIP/EXPO
Name: Joseph Moore
About me: My name is Joseph Moore and I’m a fourth year electrical engineering student. When I am not planning for the expo, I can be found at the soccer fields or the pickleball courts.
My Role: I am the Engineering Expo Chair. The expo is an excellent opportunity to give back to the Tampa Bay community through STEM awareness.
Contact: ieeeusfmentorship@gmail.com
ROBOTIC/HARDWARE
Name: Telman Huseynov
About me: I'm a passionate person with a love for biking and racing. I am a big Formula 1 fan and my goal is to be an engineer at a racing team. I speak 5 languages and I'm planning to add Spanish to the list.
My Role: In my role as Robotics Chair, my goal is to provide an environment for students to test their technical knowledge and gain hands-on experience with hardware. The main projects for this semester will involve building Automated Drones and RC Cars, so if you're a competitive student, you should definitely consider joining the team.
Contact: ieeeusfrobotics@gmail.com
WORKSHOPS
Name: Krish Veera
About me: I am a Junior majoring in Computer Science and Physics. I have served as the President of Google Developer Student Club on campus, and currently am the organizer for Google Developer Group Tampa Bay. I am also a part time Tech Development Intern at Black Saber Group where I work on Satellite Communications Security Hardware.
My Role: I am the Workshop Lead for IEEE because I love the concept of workshops because in the process of organizing them, not only do I get the opportunity to share knowledge with others but I also get a chance to upskill my own self which I think is a wonderful thing.
Contact: ieeeusfworkshopschair@gmail.com
