Two Perspectives of Engaging Industry Leaders in the PSM Initiative in the State of Florida Max Poole College of Graduate Studies, University of Central Florida & Kevin Lothridge National Forensic Science Technology Center

Overview of the Florida PSM Initiative In ten universities 410 enrolled in fall graduates in graduates total Grew from 1 to 33 active programs in 4 years (of which 29 are certified PSM) Five industry sectors Biotechnology Forensic science & homeland security Environmental sustainability Healthcare Simulation

Composition of Florida PSM Initiative Statewide Advisory Board CEO, National Forensic Science Technology Center VP, Science Applications International Corp (SAIC) Manager, Florida Power & Light VP, AvMed Health Plans VP, Scripps Research Institute VP, Sanford Burnham Research Institute VP, Max Planck Florida Institute VP, Enterprise Florida President, Florida High Tech Corridor President, Florida Chamber Foundation President, National Center for Simulation Manager, FL Institute for Commercialization of Research President, University of West Florida Associate Vice Chancellor, Florida Board of Governors

Comparison of Advisory Board Roles at Program level vs. Statewide Initiative Program-level (From 2013 survey of FL programs) Curriculum advice (60% of programs) Identify internships (41% of programs) Promote the program (12% of programs) Financial support for student travel (5% of programs) Statewide-initiative Create charter to define role Promote PSM concept across state Set long-term enrollment projections Monitor program accountability Advise on PSM-initiative Resources for initiative sustainability

Florida PSM Initiative Successes to Which the Advisory Board Contributed Developed statewide administrative structure Identified workforce events for visibility and creating connections for partnerships with programs developed new programs networking & professional development of PSM program directors Workforce contacts developed and PSM concept was marketed $150,000 grant (Spring 2011) from State University System (SUS) to support administrative costs Justified inclusion in 2012 SUS budget for sustainability Presented PSM concept to State Legislature

Florida PSM Initiative Advisory Board Challenges Florida economic collapse beginning in 2007 Retirement/ leaving of five key board members Funding of workforce development agencies also declined State legislature decided not to fund new State University System initiatives in 2012 Board developed a case (2013) for State University System to fund the initiative but SUS declined to act

Current Status of Florida Statewide PSM Initiative Rethinking the state-wide administration of the PSM initiative including role of Advisory Board Administration is currently housed in UCF College of Graduate Studies Statewide, PSM programs are still being developed and enrollment is growing Planning to hold a statewide workshop in spring for PSM directors to promote networking among the directors and focus on role of Program Advisory Boards

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My Management Journey JobBench Time vs. Mgmnt Time Forensic Chemist90% v 10% Chief Forensic Chemist 60% v 40% Lab Director0% v 100%

You get what you hire Typical lab manager job requirements: 5-8 years of full-time forensic scientist bench experience BS in Biology, Chemistry, or forensic science-related area, maybe some advanced course work, Master’s preferred in some cases Meet FBI: Quality Assurance Standards Be Certified as a lab inspector Maybe some supervisory or ISO reporting experience

Industry Management In forensic science, it’s a rare first-time manager who has experience or education in: Human resources Ethics Customer service Finance and budget management Marketing/Reputation management Most have % science training and education.

Lab Management Challenges

Applying Good Business Most crime labs: Produce a good quality product Some crime labs: Measure performance Streamline systems Improve processes PSM Leaders can help crime labs: Manage client expectations Maximize budgets Foster strong personnel

Good Leadership Increase Results Increase Funding Increase Capabilities

Thank you Kevin Lothridge National Forensic Science Technology Center