The Florida 500 special edition of Florida Trend lists the 500 most influential executives throughout the state. They have recognized UF’s Dr. Win Phillips as a Living Legend. He has been instrumental in the achievements of UF and in the economic development efforts in our community.
From Florida Trend:
LIVING LEGENDS: Dr. Win Phillips,
Executive Chief of Staff and a professor of Mechanical Engineering
Florida 500: “Phillips has been a key player in the University of Florida’s role as an innovator since 1988. During his tenure as UF vice president of research, Phillips and David Day, director of the school’s Office of Technology Licensing at the time, were the state’s most accomplished team at turning academic research into enterprise.
The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce called Phillips a longtime “game changer” for the University of Florida.”