2024-2025 STATE OFFICER TEAM
Yashitha chunduru +
Connect With Yashitha:
Email: stateofficers@texasdeca.org
Instagram: deca_yashitha
Yashitha Chunduru is a student at Coppell High School and is honored to serve as Texas DECA’s President. Yashitha has previously served as one of the Vice Presidents for District 11 and is the President of Coppell DECA, which consists of over 300 members. She has been an ICDC Qualifier twice and went to ICDC as a voting delegate once. She has competed in Principles of Business Management and Administration, Human Resources Management, and most recently, Business Services Marketing. DECA ended up creating some of her best memories, whether it was line dancing at Power Trip or trading pins at ICDC. Her favorite part of DECA is the people that create such a wonderful organization. She strives to make Texas DECA more inclusive and resourceful for all members. She hopes to implement more community service ideas and opportunities for competition. Yashitha believes networking and making personal connections with other DECA members is important. Beyond the blazer, Yashitha enjoys watching TV, baking, listening to music, and spending time with her family and friends. She volunteers as a Teen Court Attorney and is on her school’s speech and debate team. She is also part of her district’s Congressional Youth Advisory Council. DECA has made a big impact on Yashitha’s life. She looks forward to working with Team 79 to make DECA a phenomenal experience for all 23,000 Texas DECA members!
president | coppell high school
JP JEWELL +
Connect With JP:
Email: stateofficers@texasdeca.org
Instagram: jptxdeca
JP is a Texas DECA Vice president from Glenda Dawson High School in Pearland. Since joining DECA his freshman year, he has been a multi-time state qualifier and placed 5th in Orlando at ICDC. In addition to competition, he has been Dawson’s chapter co-president, leading his chapter to grow by over 120 members, complete all available campaigns, and become a Texas DECA top 3 chapter of the year. JP was looks to use this opportunity to continue building the Texas DECA experience by enhancing the ways members learn, connect, and change through DECA. Beyond the blazer, JP plays in his band's drumline, holds an officer position in various school organizations, and is a Life Scout in the Eagle process. JP believes that the Texas DECA community has built him into who he is today and could not be more excited to give back in every way he can.
vice president | Glenda dawson high school
shivani kondubhatla +
Connect With shivani:
Email: stateofficers@texasdeca.org
Instagram: deca.shivani
Shivani Kondubhatla attends Westwood High School in Austin, Texas. Qualifying to ICDC two years and even getting glass with her team her sophomore year, Shivani is passionate about this association that allows her to hone valuable business skills while also growing as a leader. She has served as a dedicated officer for her chapter (with 500+ members!) since her sophomore year, holding roles such as the Vice President of Training. Her favorite part of DECA has been the like-minded individuals she’s met and befriended along the way. Apart from the people, Shivani loves DECA for both the lifelong skills and memories she's gained (and, of course, the Texas DECA Cowboy hats). Now, delving into the leadership side as a state officer, Shivani is thrilled to continue meeting new people and making an impact on a larger scale. Beyond DECA, Shivani is an editor for her school's newspaper and on her school's dance team. In her free time, Shivani enjoys traveling, trying out new food, and hanging out with her friends. She could not be more excited to be a state officer for this incredible association, where she hopes for every member and every chapter to shine both in and beyond Texas DECA!
vice president | westwood HIGH SCHOOL
pranav sarma+
Connect With pranav:
Email: stateofficers@texasdeca.org
Instagram: deca.pranav
Pranav Sarma is currently serving as a Vice President for Texas DECA and is a student at Vista Ridge High School. Before stepping into this role, Pranav served as the Vice President of Operations for District 5. Throughout his DECA journey, which began in his freshman year, Pranav has competed in SEOR, BMOR, and FOR events, achieving top 10 placements in his sophomore year. This experience has been nothing short of transformative for him, offering a platform to learn new skills and enjoy the thrill of competition alongside friends. Pranav's commitment to DECA goes beyond just competing; he actively engages with his chapter and other chapters across the state. Elected as a Vice President in his junior year, Pranav is driven by a mission to instill a sense of community service among DECA members and to equip them with the tools they need to succeed in the professional world. Outside of DECA, Pranav is passionate about giving back to the community through volunteering and enjoys staying active by playing basketball and volleyball. He's also musically inclined, finding joy in playing the guitar. As he embarks on his term as a state officer, Pranav is excited about the opportunity to meet and collaborate with DECA members across Texas, aiming to make a positive impact on their DECA experience.
Vice president | VISTA RIDGE high school
mia wang +
Connect With mia:
Email: stateofficers@texasdeca.org
Instagram: deca.mia
Mia Wang is a student at College Park High School, where she previously served as the VP of community service, then District 4 President, and now a 2024-2025 Texas DECA Vice President. As a 3x Project Management competitor and 2x ICDC qualifier, DECA’s invaluable hands-on experience solidified Mia’s passion for project management and spurred her to advocate for this organization to all, regardless of business interest. As a state officer this year, Mia hopes to utilize her past ventures and leadership to facilitate Texas DECA’s extensive growth, competitive edge, and digestible resources, regardless of current experience or background. Outside the organization, Mia coordinates multi-year campaigns, partnering with 15+ institutions and creating 24,000 meals for her Greater Houston community. Meanwhile, in her free time, Mia serves as a lifeguard, creates ornate 6ft long scarves, sends homemade cookie deliveries, and scrapbooks her life one element at a time. To Mia, DECA has been a catalyst in self-improvement, global connections, and a deeper understanding of servant leadership. Texas DECA has over 20,000 members, and Mia plans to ensure each member can maximize their experience.
vice president | college park high school
State Officer Coordinator
Vanessa Dry
dry.texasdeca@gmail.com