Presented to an alumnus or non-alumnus, not currently employed by the University of Connecticut, whose exceptional contributions to the University community strengthen and support the values and the mission of the institution. It is presented to persons whose special qualities and accomplishments merit University recognition

Kevin Bouley ‘80

President & CEO, Nerac, Inc
Nominated by: Steven Kaplan

Kevin Bouley is President and CEO of Nerac, Inc., a global technology and IP advisory research firm. A recognized leader in the information industry and a Connecticut native, Kevin earned his undergraduate degree in Finance from the University of Connecticut. After several promotions in sales and accounting, Kevin was named Vice President of Nerac in 1987 and held that position until acquiring the company in 1999.

Under Kevin's direction, Nerac has grown steadily, more than doubling in size. For the past five years, Nerac has been named to the Deloitte & Touche prestigious Technology Fast 50 program for Connecticut, a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology companies in the state. As a thought-leader for the Tolland Technology Corridor, he has taken the lead in supporting and encouraging entrepreneurial studies in the UConn School of Business. In addition to providing ideas for new curriculum to challenge the entrepreneurs of tomorrow he has provided a stream of seed money for a select number of School of Business students' ventures /products whose development was encouraged through programs that function as entrepreneurial incubators for students. Kevin has also focused his attention on hiring interns from UConn and offering many of them permanent positions at a new marketing venture owned by Nerac, enabling them to stay in Connecticut.

Kevin has also been an ardent supporter of UConn Athletics not only financially but also by donating Nerac's expertise to help UConn Athletics move to the next generation in appearance and communication technology on the internet. Due to the changes Nerac implemented, the Athletics website utilizes cutting edge technology in communicating with alumni and Husky fans worldwide.