Dr. Peter Balyta MBA’03 will take the reins as chair of The University of Texas at Dallas Executive Board, as Mike Brodie BS’76 steps down after seven years of service. “UT Dallas is doing great things for North Texas,” Balyta said. He’s responsible for directing global teams with the mission of improving the teaching and learning of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects. A recipient of UT Dallas’ Green and Orange Award in 2017 recognizing alumni service, Balyta has championed the collaborative relationship between UT Dallas and TI that has been essential to both institutions’ success. “It’s amazing how much attention UT Dallas gets from people who are not alumni, especially in the business community, because of the success we’ve had,” Brodie said.