The voted to appoint seven new directors and two new committee advisors, whose terms will begin July 1, further strengthening the leadership and expertise guiding philanthropic support for the university’s future.
The incoming directors are Tiffany Altizer 鈥90MST, Stuart Brown 鈥97, Todd Feintuch 鈥04, Ryan Kelley 鈥03 鈥11MBA, Rhett Rosen 鈥05, Naveed Shujaat 鈥04 鈥06MBA and Fabio Zacco.
The board also confirmed two new committee advisors: Heather Churchill 鈥95 鈥96MBA, who will begin serving on the investment committee on July 1, and Mary Eberhardt 鈥89, who joined the finance and facilities committee on May 14.
鈥淥ur board members and advisors play a critical role in advancing UCF鈥檚 mission and ensuring we remain positioned to meet the opportunities ahead,鈥 says Stuart Heaton, chair of the UCF Foundation Board of Directors. 鈥淲e are excited to welcome these accomplished leaders whose perspectives, expertise and commitment to UCF will help strengthen our impact and support future generations of Knights.鈥
About the Board
The UCF Foundation Board of Directors oversees the stewardship and management of private philanthropic support for the university.
As UCF continues to advance its $3.5 billion Go For Launch campaign, Foundation Board members play a critical role in helping shape the university鈥檚 future.
Through its standing committees and strategic leadership, the board helps ensure resources are invested effectively to elevate student success, fuel discovery and innovation, advance future frontiers and drive competitive excellence.
The newly appointed directors and committee advisors bring experience across a wide range of industries and disciplines, adding valuable insight to the board鈥檚 governance, financial oversight and long-term planning efforts.
Their collective expertise helps ensure UCF remains positioned to meet emerging challenges, seize new opportunities and deliver meaningful impact across Florida and beyond.
鈥淭he strength of the UCF Foundation lies in the dedication and leadership of the individuals who choose to invest their time, talent and expertise in our mission,鈥 says Rod Grabowski, senior vice president for advancement & partnerships and CEO of the UCF Foundation. 鈥淎s we welcome these new directors and advisors, we are grateful for their willingness to serve and help guide UCF鈥檚 continued growth and momentum. Their leadership will be instrumental as we advance Go For Launch, UCF鈥檚 ambitious campaign to expand opportunity, accelerate discovery and strengthen our impact for generations of students, faculty and communities to come.鈥
The board also recognized three directors whose second terms conclude June 30: Brian Butler, Cathy Engelman and Clint Bullock 鈥95.
鈥淏rian, Cathy and Clint have each made meaningful contributions during their years of service,鈥 Grabowski says. 鈥淭heir leadership, advocacy and commitment to UCF have helped strengthen the foundation and have advanced opportunities for our students, faculty and university community. We are deeply grateful for their service and lasting impact.鈥
Meet UCF Foundation鈥檚 Newest Board Members
Tiffany Altizer 鈥90MST
Tiffany Altizer, managing shareholder of Keith Altizer and Company, P.A., is a respected CPA whose leadership includes service on the UCF Board of Trustees and the Limbitless Solutions Board of Directors. She brings exceptional financial expertise and deep governance experience to the UCF Foundation. Altizer earned her master’s degree in taxation from UCF.
Stuart Brown 鈥97
Stuart Brown, a partner at Guidehouse, leads global technology and innovation initiatives while maintaining a strong commitment to UCF through mentoring, recruitment and volunteer leadership. He also advises the UCF Foundation鈥檚 philanthropy and donor engagement committee. Brown earned his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from UCF.
Todd Feintuch 鈥04
Executive vice president and chief wealth officer at Seacoast Bank, Todd Feintuch brings more than two decades of wealth management and investment expertise. He previously served as an advisor to the Foundation’s investment committee. Feintuch earned his bachelor’s degree in finance from UCF.
Ryan Kelley 鈥03 鈥11MBA
Ryan Kelley, principal and chief operating officer of Atlas Benefits Finance, is an experienced investment executive and dedicated UCF supporter. He advises the Foundation鈥檚 investment committee and is an active philanthropic leader within the university community. Kelley earned his bachelor’s degree in finance and master of business administration from UCF.
Rhett Rosen 鈥05
CEO of Trader Vic’s Worldwide, Rhett Rosen oversees the global growth of the iconic hospitality brand. A proud alumnus, he also serves as cochair 色花堂’s campaign advocate network committee. Rosen earned his bachelor’s degree in marketing from UCF.
Naveed Shujaat 鈥04 鈥06MBA
Central Florida market president for Bank of America, Naveed Shujaat leads regional business and community engagement initiatives. A two-time UCF graduate, he brings strategic financial leadership and a deep commitment to community impact. Shujaat earned his bachelor’s degree in business and MBA from UCF.
Fabio Zacco
Fabio Zacco serves as senior director and chief of staff at BNY, which was named a Pegasus Partner in 2025 after years of mentoring students and strengthening industry relationships. He also serves on the UCF Capital Markets Advisory Board.