Khushi Amin Senior Events: - 1st Place Financial Literacy Project - 4th Place Financial Literacy Project ICDC - 7th Place Start-Up Business Plan - 3rd Place Start-Up Business Plan Bio: "Hey, I'm Khushi. I've been in DECA for four years now and made so many amazing memories in the process!! In my free time I love reading, playing my flute, and hanging out with my friends. I can't wait for another great year!" Contact: kjamin@students.wcpss.net
CO- PRESIDENT
Saigayatri Kotcharlakota Senior Events: - 1st Place Business Solutions - 8th Place Independent Business Plan - 3rd Place Innovation Plan Bio: "Hi my name is Gayatri and this is my fourth year in DECA. I've enjoyed being a part of this team and hope to make many more memories. Some of my hobbies are playing the violin and piano. I love going to the beach and playing volleyball with my friends." Contact: skotcharlakota2@students.wcpss.net
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
Tracy Gonsalves: Committee Leader Senior Events: - 1st Place Financial Consulting Event - Top 5 Finance Cluster Exam Scores Bio: "Hi my name is Tracy and I've been in DECA since freshman year! Some of my favorite things to do in my free time are travel, read, and spend time with my friends and family. I'm so excited to make more memories this year (and see PC win DECA glass!)" Contact: tmgonsalves@students.wcpss.net
Harshil Dave Junior Events: - 2nd Place Innovation Plan Bio: "Hi! My name is Harshil and I am so excited to be a part of the DECA team. Some of my interests are fitness, rock climbing, and of course hanging out with friends. This is my second year of DECA and I plan to make some amazing memories." Contact: hmdave@students.wcpss.net
Janet Anthony Junior Events: - 2nd Place Franchise Business Plan Bio: "Hey my name is Janet! This is my 2nd year at DECA and I'm so glad to be a part of this club. In my free time I like to spend time with my friends and family, play the piano, cook, and watch movies." Contact: manthony@students.wcpss.net
LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE
Tharani Senthilkumar: Committee Leader Senior Events: - 1st Place Financial Literacy Project - 4th Place Financial Literacy Project ICDC - 7th Place Start-Up Business Plan - 3rd Place Start-Up Business Plan Bio: "Hi I'm Tharani! This is my fourth year being part of DECA and I can't wait to make more amazing memories through this club! In my free time, I like to go fishing and hiking as well as playing the piano!" Contact: tksenthilkumar@students.wcpss.net
Bhumika Bhadriraju Junior Events: - 1st Place Integrated Marketing Campaign-Product - Integrated Marketing Campaign-Product Finalist ICDC Bio: "Hi guys! My name is Bhumika and I have been a part of PC DECA since freshman year. Some of my hobbies include hanging out with friends, traveling, and working out. I'm so grateful to be a part of the PC DECA board this year!" Contact: bdbhadriraju@students.wcpss.net
Padmanaban Saravanan Junior Events: - 3rd Place Independent Business Plan Bio: "Hey I am Pathu! This is my third year in DECA and I have really enjoyed being a part of it. Some of my hobbies include watching Marvel movies, hanging out with my family and friends, and playing music. I am excited to see how great PC DECA will be this year!" Contact: psaravanan@students.wcpss.net
OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
Arshia Sharma: Committee Leader Senior Events: - 1st Place Hospitality and Tourism - 4th Place Business Services Operations Bio: "Hi I'm Arshia! I have been in DECA since my Sophomore year and have made some great memories. In my free time I love to dance, sing, and hang out with my friends. I'm super excited for this year!" Contact: asharma15@students.wcpss.net
Amil Elangovan Junior Events: - 5th Place Hospitality Tourism Operation Research - 7th Place Buying and Merchandising Operations Research Bio: "Hey I'm Amil. I've been in DECA since my freshman year and I've enjoyed every bit of the past 3 years. My favorite things to do are run, watch basketball, and hang out with friends. I'm looking forward to making this year great!" Contact: aelangovan@students.wcpss.net
Riya Shah Junior Events: - 1st Place Integrated Marketing Campaign Product - Integrated Marketing Campaign Product Finalist ICDC - 5th Place Integrated Marketing Campaign Product Bio: "Hi guys! My name is Riya Shah and I've been apart of PC DECA since my freshman year. I enjoy hanging out with my friends, working out, and playing softball. I can't wait to see what PC DECA will accomplish this year!" Contact: rashah@students.wcpss.net
HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE
Sathvika Gandavarapu: Committee Leader Senior Events: - 1st Place Business Solutions - 8th Place Independent Business Plan - 3rd Place Innovation Plan Bio: "Hi, I'm Sathvika! I've been a part of DECA since freshman year and it has been the most amazing journey since then. Some of my favorite things to do in my free time is to read, hang out with my friends, play badminton and watch movies!" Contact: sgandavarapu@students.wcpss.net
Arya Ranjan Senior Events: - 5th Place Integrated Marketing Campaign Product - 5th Place Marketing Communication Series Districts - 9th Place Franchise Business Plan Bio: "Hi there, I'm Arya! DECA has been a huge part of my high school experience since freshman year, and I will always cherish the memories and relationships have made in it thus far. I'm also passionate about playing my violin, jogging, taking care of plants, and listening to/discovering music. Looking forward to a great year! " Contact: aranjan@students.wcpss.net
Pratik Tanikella Junior Events: - 2nd Place Innovation Plan Bio: "My name is Pratik Tanikella and a few things I like to do are hanging out with friends, biking, and listening to music. The time I've been in DECA has been amazing and I'm excited for the upcoming year." Contact: pvtanikella2@students.wcpss.net
CONFERENCE COMMITTEE
Christian Dita: Committee Leader Junior Events: - 2nd Place State Finalist Bio: "Hi everyone, my name is Christian and DECA has been an excellent experience for me! Joining this club has greatly improved my leadership and teamwork skills. Some of my hobbies include going on long walks, playing the guitar, and playing basketball." Contact: cdita@students.wcpss.net
Om Gautam Sophomore Events: - 1st Place Integrated Marketing Campaign Bio: "Hello everyone, I'm Om Gautam! I've been in DECA since freshman year and it has been such a great experience. I love to hang out with friends, play guitar, and run cross country. I'm looking forward to a great year!" Contact: ogautam@students.wcpss.net
Nishant Sura Sophomore Bio: "Hi I'm Nishant! This will be my second year participating in DECA and I'm looking forward to it! My hobbies include playing soccer, listening to music, hanging out with friends, and binging TV shows. I'm excited to be part of the PC DECA board this year!" Contact: nhsura@students.wcpss.net