EXECUTIVE TEAM

Nidhi Riju, PRESIDENT

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For Nidhi, DECA has always been more than just competition, it’s been a place to grow, discover new passions, and connect with people who inspire her. As your 2025–2026 President, she’s excited to continue building a chapter where every member feels supported and motivated to succeed.

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Nidhi has competed across multiple marketing, entrpreneurship, and project management events. Specifically she has gotten 2nd Place in MTDM at SCDC and has competed at the international level for EIB and PMCA.

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Outside of DECA, Nidhi enjoys photography, camping, and reading.

ERIC SHEN, LOGISTICS

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Eric Shen is a junior at Irvington highschool, where he serves Irvington DECA's VP of Logistics Last year, he served as an intern under President Dua and friends working in all departments of Irvington DECA to gain valuable experience. Eric hopes to help make the '25 to '26 Irvington DECA season one you won't forget!

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Eric has been a part of two DECA chapters in two different schools, granting him a wider perspective on the performance of many other chapters. In his freshmen year, he placed 2nd with his team to go to ICDC. As a shopmore, he placed 3rd at the Norcal conference. He hopes to continue his success this new DECA year.

PASSION

Eric likes to play games, tinker with computers, and drive around. That's pretty much it.

SOPHIA KHAN, AUXILIARIES

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Now a senior, Sophia serves as the VP of Auxiliaries after being the Director of Logistics last year, where she planned key events like Minicon. In her new role, she will oversee and grow the Diamond Consulting and RISE programs and is excited to make her final year a great one.

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Entering her final year in DECA, Sophia brings a strong competitive record, especially in her specialty of Hospitality and Tourism. After placing in the top 10 at SCDC as a sophomore and 2nd in her event as a junior, she is driven to achieve even greater success this year.

PASSION

Newly liscenced, Sophia enjoys driving around and blasting music with rolled-down windows. When she's not out on side quests, you can often find her making matcha/coffee, painting or editing videos, or extending her Duolingo streak (she's learning Arabic). Some of Sophia's favorite artists include Drake, Halsey, SZA, and Baby Keem.

RACHIT PARMAR, OPERATIONS

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LOGISTICS TEAM

TIA MEHTA, DIRECTOR OF LOGISTICS

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My name is Tia Mehta and I am a sophomore at Irvington High School. I am looking forward to being an officer for Irvington DECA in the 2025-2026 year.

DECA

My interest in DECA began with the DECA RISE program. This inspired me to participate in the ESB, ETDM, and PEN events during my freshman year.

PASSION

Beyond DECA, I enjoy swimming, reading, and baking. I've been swimming since I was seven years old and love to bake for my family and friends.

NISHA GANESH, DIRECTOR OF LOGISTICS

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My name is Nisha Ganesh and I’m a senior at Irvington High School. I’m excited to be a DECA officer during the 2025-2026 school year!

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Nisha has competed primarily in the Hospitality and Tourism cluster participating in events such as RFSM and HTPS.

PASSION

Nisha loves reading, painting, watching movies, and riding her bike. She also enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring new places, and exploring her imagination through art and design.

AUXILIARY TEAM

LAASYA KANAKADANDI, DIRECTOR OF CONSULTING

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hii im laasya:) I'm a senior this year and so excited to be your Director of Consulting!

DECA

I’ve been a part of DECA for the past year and a half with Diamond Consulting, and I'm super excited to finally compete.

PASSION

I love playing my instrument, the veena, as well as mixed media painting, photography, and watching movies with loved ones! Some other favorites of mine are the beach (!), Taco Bell, R&B music, and thrifting!!

COMPETITIONS TEAMS

HANAA AZAD INTERN

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My name is Hanaa, and I am starting my second year in DECA. I am serve Irvington DECA as a intern this year.

DECA

She has been involved in DECA since her freshman year and has competative success across both Norcal and States.

PASSION

Outside of DECA, some of my hobbies include crochet, learning to skateboard, and reading.

ADVISORS

JORGE BALLADO, ADVISOR

PANHA TEP, ADVISOR

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