Nexus CEO Joins LSU CS Industry Advisory Board
May 08, 2025
Tony Zanders, an award-winning entrepreneur and technology executive who serves as
the president and CEO of Nexus Louisiana, has recently joined the LSU Computer Science
Industry Advisory Board.
“Nexus is the state's only statutory support organization for technology entrepreneurs,” LSU Division of Computer Science and Engineering Chairman Ibrahim “Abe” Baggili said.
Zanders is also the founder and CEO of Skilltype, a software platform for information professionals and their teams to analyze, develop, and share expertise. Prior to Skilltype, Zanders served as the inaugural entrepreneur-in-residence at the Boston University Libraries where he advised the senior leadership team on talent and the future of work. For nine years, he held executive roles at EBSCO and Ex Libris, where he consulted library leaders across six continents on technology strategy.
Zanders is a frequent speaker and writer in the technology and entrepreneurship ecosystems. He is an honors graduate from Washington and Jefferson College, where he double majored in English and philosophy, and was awarded the college's Young Alumni Award in 2015. A proud native of New Orleans, Zanders currently lives in Baton Rouge with his wife and children.
“We are thrilled to welcome Tony Zanders to the LSU Division of Computer Science & Engineering Industry Advisory Board,” Baggili said. “His leadership in technology, entrepreneurship, and talent development will be an incredible asset to our division and our students. As Louisiana’s flagship computer science program, we are excited to collaborate with Tony to strengthen our state’s innovation ecosystem and help shape the next generation of tech leaders.”
The LSU Computer Science Industry Advisory Board (IAB) is comprised of accomplished professionals who volunteer their time to support the educational mission and goals of the Division of Computer Science and Engineering. The board meets monthly to provide the division with guidance and insight on curriculum improvement and training to better meet the workforce needs and expectations for both the undergraduate and graduate programs. Among other duties, members of the IAB also help with acquiring resources, serve as guest lecturers, and support site visits for students.