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BIOGRAPHIES

crime , as well as mixed methodology and social network analysis . Recent publications have appeared in the International Journal of Comparative and Applied Criminal Justice , Global Crime , European Journal of Criminology , International Criminal Justice Review , and Security Journal .
David Vargas is a Data Scientist and Brand Protection Manager at Qualcomm . With Qualcomm 18 years , he has established a strong reputation for being an innovative and entrepreneurial leader that delivers solutions through cross-functional collaboration . Dave is an emerging thought leader in the IPR & Brand Protection field . He is passionate about combining data science methodology with his subject matter expertise to help solve the biggest mysteries that have held us back . Mr . Vargas was selected in May , 2011 as a member of the A-CAPP Industry Advisory Board .
John Verboncoeur is the Associate Dean for Research ( ADR ) in the College of Engineering . His research interest are computational plasma physics with applications from low temperature plasmas to accelerators . In his role as ADR , he leads the college research strategy and operations , including facilitating research interactions with government and corporations . A key focus is working with faculty to develop their research ideas in new directions , seeking new applications and collaborations .
Kevin Weaver is the Director of Brand Protection Technology at Johnson & Johnson . Mr . Weaver has over 25 years with Johnson & Johnson , Kellogg Company , and Computer Sciences Corporations with experiences in Brand Protection , Data & Analytics , Supply Chain , Information Technology , Sales Analytics & Market Research , and Strategic Planning & Architecture . In his current role , he focuses on migrating illicit trade risks ( e . g . counterfeits , diversion , tampered , trademark / copyright ) across all of the Johnson & Johnson segments ( Pharmaceuticals , Medical Devices , and Consumer ) by enabling product protection , market intelligence , and data & analytics capabilities across the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies . Mr . Weaver was selected in August , 2013 as a member of the A-CAPP Industry Advisory Board and currently serves on several industry associations and academic working committees .
Judith Whipple is a Professor in the Department of Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University . Prior to this , she directed the Food Industry Management Program at Michigan State University and taught at Western Michigan University in Food Marketing and Integrated Supply Management . Her teaching interests include logistics and supply chain management . Her research interests include supply chain integration , supply chain security , and collaborative commerce . Dr . Whipple was awarded the MSU University-wide Teacher Scholar Award in 2005 for excellence in teaching and research . Judy has published work in a variety of marketing and supply chain management journals , participated as a speaker in professional and academic meetings and is a member of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ), the Institute of Supply Management ( ISM ), and the Association for Operations Management ( APICS ).
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