APK Advisory Board

Department of Applied Physiology & Kinesiology Industry Advisory Board Members


Stacy Cutrono, Ph.D.

Dr. Stacy Cutrono graduated with her Master’s in Clinical Exercise Physiology from the University of Florida and went on to earn her doctorate at the University of Miami in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. At the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, she helped lead the formation of a novel exercise counseling program for cancer survivors designed to help patients optimize recovery and quality of life after treatments. In 2018, she made the shift to corporate well-being, joining Ultimate Software as a wellness coach where she designed a global health and wellness program for its 6,000 employees. Today, as an Organizational Development Consultant at UKG, she utilizes her vast experience in coaching and program development to assist executive leaders in optimizing their team’s performance. When she’s not working, Dr. Cutrono enjoys traveling around the world, hiking in the mountains, spending time with her family and snuggles with her dog, Maui.


Dylan Miller

Seven great years and counting within the pharmaceutical industry! Dylan’s work includes a mix of both wholesaler and manufacturer experience across many specialties. He has received multiple awards including Rookie of the Year, #1 Rep in the Nation, and President’s circle. Dylan is currently a Senior Sales Specialist with Teva Pharmaceuticals, responsible for the sales & promotion of Austedo, a VMAT2 inhibitor for the treatment of Tardive Dyskinesia and Huntington’s disease Chorea. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Oklahoma State, and his Master’s degree in Sport Management from the University of Florida. During his time at UF, Dylan worked as a Graduate Assistant with RecSports, focusing on staff development and training. He and his wonderful wife, Danielle (also a Gator!), live in Orlando with their two fur babies, Pippa & Beau. Outside of work, Dylan enjoys running, playing golf, visiting local breweries and, of course, College football. Go Gators! Go Pokes!


Kristen Sowalsky, Ph.D.

Dr. Sowalsky is the Vice President of Product and Medical & Scientific Affairs for Precision Motion at Clario. She is responsible for product strategy, product roadmaps, and she oversees the scientific advisory, data science & biostatistical services for digital measures of human movement in clinical trials and academic research. Dr. Sowalsky has 18 combined years of experience in industry, academic/clinical research, and clinical practice. Her academic achievements include a B.S. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Appalachian State University, Doctor of Chiropractic from Logan University, and a Ph.D. in Applied Neuromechanics from the University of Florida. Passionate about improving the lives of patients and their families, Dr. Sowalsky aims to advance meaningful digital mobility outcome utilization to inform therapeutic innovation and development. ​She resides happily in Bend, Oregon with an active outdoor lifestyle and enjoys spending time with friends and family.


Dr. Joseph Stauffer, DO

Dr. Stauffer is the CEO and Founder of Alta Life Sciences, LLC., a biotech/investment advisory firm based in Sarasota, FL. He is also the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Antibe Therapeutics, a Toronto based public biotech. For over 20 years he has served in senior executive roles in both public and private specialty pharma/biotech companies. His medical practice and clinical research experience spans over 25 years; having built teams of physicians, scientists, medical science liaisons, regulators, and safety experts in support of clinical development projects, marketed brand drugs and devices. Areas of expertise include acute and chronic pain/inflammation, arthritis, opioid use disorder, oncology supportive care, pruritus, peri-operative medicine, neuroanesthesia and neonatal-adult critical care. Dr. Stauffer is a veteran of the US Navy; honorably discharged as a Lieutenant Commander after serving 10 years as a Naval Medical Officer.


Jackson Whaley

Jackson graduated from the University of Florida in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from the department of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. Jackson was the president of the Student Athletic Training Organization in 2016/17. His aspirations for orthopedics led him down a winding road of pre-medical education and industry exposure. Now Jackson is working with surgeons in the operating room as an orthopedic surgical consultant specializing in sports, trauma, and reconstructive surgery.