Who We Are
State Officers
Kathleen Yu
State President
Hi Texas FBLA! I’m Kathleen Yu and I’m a rising high school senior from Area 5 in Houston! My FBLA journey goes way back to my Freshman year when I was a Freshman Ambassador at my local chapter. Ever since, I have taken on the roles of VP of Socials, Area 5 President, State Area 5 VP, and now Texas State President. It is needless to say that my FBLA journey has been one full of learning, creating new friendships, and making fun memories. Serving the FBLA members of my community and the state is a huge responsibility- it is a role I am honored to take. Through our many adventures–state and nationals, state officer training, and fall workshop–FBLA has become my second family. I am forever grateful to my friends, my chapter, and my amazing adviser Mr. Clark Saunders, Mrs. Crook, and Mrs. Matlock for constantly pushing me to reach new potentials and goals. I am elated to take on another amazing year serving on the State Team; I am so excited for what we have in store for you all!
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Mohith Gajjela
State Parliamentarian
Howdy, Texas FBLA! My name is Mohith Gajjela, and I’m excited to serve as your 2023–2024 Texas FBLA Parliamentarian! I’m a Junior at Cypress Ranch High School, and this is also my third year in FBLA. My FBLA journey started when I joined our local high school chapter my freshman year. I was told by many alumni about how great of a club FBLA is and how much it helped them grow both professionally and personally. Absolutely everything they said is true. Through FBLA, I have gotten a chance to develop my professional speaking and organizational skills, network with people across the nation, and make memories that will last a lifetime. I can wholeheartedly say that FBLA has truly made me a better version of myself.
Outside of FBLA, I am involved in organizations such as Science Olympiad, Key Club, and Model UN. In my free time, I love to spend time with my family, play sports with my friends, and explore my passion for learning random skills. As your Parliamentarian, I will use my platform through the official Texas FBLA social media pages to promote meaningful initiatives, highlight and recognize the success of outstanding Texas FBLA chapters and members, and help our state grow closer together. I will do everything in my power to ensure that every possible opportunity that FBLA offers can be utilized by our members. Although Rohan and I are both size 12, I’m still going to have some big shoes to fill. I look forward to unlocking some more amazing memories this year with the Texas FBLA!
– Mohith Gajjela
parliamentarian@fblatx.org
Laasya Goriparti
Hello Texas FBLA!
My name is Laasya Goriparti, and I’m honored to be serving as your 2023-2024 State Secretary. I am a current junior at Cypress Woods High School and outside of FBLA, I love social entrepreneurship, learning about all things neuroscience, dance, and making music!
Joining FBLA marks the best decision of my life thus far. Over these past two years, this organization helped me truly blossom and shine, and no words will ever be sufficient to express my sincere gratitude to this community for believing in me and giving me the courage I need to walk any stage, face every obstacle, and embrace my true identity with confidence. I have found pure joy in deeply immersing myself in this organization and soaring beyond my horizons along with my newfound friendships and network, and I eagerly anticipate nurturing the leadership growth of every member of Texas FBLA through various initiatives such as area and state-wide hackathons, business and leadership enrichment programs, numerous state-wide networking events, innovative social media initiatives, service projects, and workshops! As I said on stage at SLC, “I promise and I deliver, so I guarantee you’ll be glad to have voted for me.” I stand by every word and promise I made to you, and I am beyond eager to set our plans into action, with my wonderful state team, to make this year the most memorable moment of our youth. Thank you Texas FBLA for giving me this opportunity to serve you, and I give you my word that I am here for each one of you, not only as your state secretary, but also as your friend and supporter, to give you the courage to dream, grow, and achieve beyond measures as we elevate both ourselves and Texas FBLA in unity.
State Secretary
– Laasya Goriparti
secretary@fblatx.org
Sahil Nawal
State Reporter-Historian
Hello Texas FBLA! My name is Sahil Nawal and I will be serving as your 2023-2024 Texas State Reporter/Historian. I am a Junior at Cypress Ranch High School, and I’m the current Vice President for my chapter. Going into high school, I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do in the future, so, I decided to join FBLA to learn about business and to see if that was for me. From the second I walked into the first meeting, FBLA felt like home.
From networking with amazing people to competing in amazing events, FBLA has given me so many skills and memories that will last me for much longer than just high school. As the reporter/historian, I plan to get The Texan into many more hands to help us get information across the state. I am thrilled to be a part of this exceptional state officer team.
Outside of FBLA, I enjoy participating in Key Club, NHS, and playing volleyball with friends. I hope this year will be one to remember and I am super excited to continue writing and even expanding The Texan as well as planning next year’s SLC. Let’s make this year one to remember!
– Sahil Nawal
reporter-historian@fblatx.org
Sierra Stoker
Area 1 State Vice President
Hello my name is Sierra Stoker. I am currently an upcoming Senior at Brownfield High School in Brownfield, Texas. Apart from Fbla, I am also involved in my school’s track team, band, yearbook, and one act play. I am honestly still so shocked and excited that I get the chance to be Area one’s State Vice President for this upcoming year. I joined Fbla my 8th grade year because one of my friends who was already in Fbla told me about it, and it seemed like fun to me. After that Fbla completely captivated me. One of my favorite things was the way it made me feel and the way it made others feel. What I’m most enthusiastic about for this year would have to be State! I can’t wait to plan an amazing year, and get to know all of my fellow State officers!!
– Sierra Stoker
area1vp@fblatx.org
Elaine Do
Area 2 State Vice President
Hello! My name is Elaine Do and I am the upcoming Area 2 VP!
Area 2 is on the western tip of Texas bordering Mexico and New Mexico. I was born and raised in El Paso with my three siblings. I am always ready to provide my support in anyone’s endeavors with a little bit of complimentary sarcasm. As a first-generation child, my parents always pushed me to always try new things. I have tried out many hobbies, and because of that I enjoy earring making, crocheting, math, and reading. My favorite genres to read are action and romance. I am always willing to try new things and I have loved FBLA.
I have received the opportunity to learn, connect, and befriend many of the members that attend the FBLA meetings. I started FBLA during my freshman year during COVID. Even with the setbacks from COVID, playing games such as “Among Us” and “Guess What’s in the Box” on Zoom gave me a sense of comradery with chapter members. As the chapters vice president for the past two years, I continued FBLA throughout my Sophomore and Junior year, becoming more involved in my FBLA chapter.
I have always been very shy, and unwilling to be the first person to go up to another. I had a fear of embarrassing myself or just making a mistake. Thanks to FBLA, I have learned to throw myself out there and make friends.
Next year I look forward to meeting everyone! I hope to connect with members across Texas so I can help. I never want anyone to be confused in FBLA because that sucks all the fun out of being in a club. I hope to be someone everyone can turn to whenever they have any questions. I look forward to working with everyone!
– Elaine Do
Your Area 2 VP
area2vp@fblatx.org
Varshini Loganathan
Area 3 State Vice President
Hey Texas FBLA! It’s an honor to introduce myself to y’all. My name is Varshini Loganathan and I’m a rising senior at Westwood High School in Austin. I’ll be serving as your Area 3 Vice President this year and I’m so excited to help y’all throughout your FBLA journey this year. For a little background information about me, I’m a debater and have been in love with business and computer science from a very young age. I found a way to combine both of these passions in FBLA through its various events and leadership-building activities. FBLA helped me nurture the passions that I want to pursue in the future, and I want to help you gain the same benefits from FBLA. For the 2023-2024 school year, I hope to collaborate with all of the Texas FBLA officers to bring you as many resources as possible, help all of y’all gain professional skills, and be able to reach new heights nationally in FBLA. I look forward to serving y’all this year and helping you get the most out of your time in FBLA!
-Varshini Loganathan
Carolina Amador
Area 4 State Vice President
Hello, Texas FBLA!
My name is Carolina Amador and I am so excited to serve as your 2023-2024 Area 4 State Vice President! My FBLA journey began my sophomore year when I assumed the role of Vice-President for my local chapter at Jimmy Carter Early College High School in La Joya, Texas after my amazing adviser Ms.Garza told me to join the organization. The following year, I proudly served as my local chapter’s parliamentarian while simultaneously taking on the responsibility of being the Texas FBLA Area 4 State VP. As a senior, I am thrilled to embark on my final year of serving Texas FBLA!
Outside of FBLA, I am involved in Student Council, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, and UIL. I also enjoy reading, doing diamond art, and listening to music by my favorite bands which include Palaye Royale, Bad Omens, and Sleep Token!
Over the course of the past two years, my involvement in this organization has been nothing short of transformative. Through my active participation in area, state, and national-level competitions, I have had the invaluable opportunity to expand upon my leadership, networking, and technical skills. FBLA has truly been a catalyst in my personal and professional growth, and as a result, I am deeply honored to contribute back to this amazing organization.
All in all, I am thrilled to work with this year’s State Action Team. Our strong bonds and shared vision will undoubtedly drive us to achieve remarkable results throughout the year. I look forward to meeting you all at the upcoming State Leadership Conference!
Sincerely,
Carolina Amador
area4vp@fblatx.org
Amar Nangia
Area 5 State Vice President
What’s up Texas FBLA! I’m Amar Nangia and I will be serving as your 2023-2024 Texas Area 5 Vice President! I am currently a junior at Bridgeland High School, and am the Junior Vice President for my chapter. Coming into high school, I knew that I wanted to become an entrepreneur, and eventually, I found my way into FBLA. I joined the club, fell in love, and the rest was history. Since then, FBLA has given me so many opportunities and I have grown so much thanks to amazing people like my advisor, Mr. Mosley, and chapter president, Rith.
Outside of FBLA, I am in Mu Alpha Theta, Science Olympiad, play violin, and am trying to grow my own business. I love playing volleyball with friends, going to the gym (we’re on that cut), and spending time with my family.
My goal for Texas FBLA is to make us united and to expand our education department while making FBLA more fun. I plan on introducing a new social media series focused on financial literacy as well as some online socials and workshops for all members to participate in, and I promise the upcoming Area 5 Workshop is going to be a one of a kind experience. I want to bring us all together through statewide challenges and have so many other ideas for Texas FBLA. Hold on, because Texas FBLA is reaching for A-Mars!
–Amar Nangia
Sophie Greco
Area 6 State Vice President
Hey Texas FBLA! My name is Sophie Greco, and I am so excited to be your Area 6 State Vice President for the ’23-‘24 school year! I am currently a senior at Mount Pleasant High School and as well as being a 3-year member of FBLA, I am super involved in other organizations. I am a member of the varsity swim and golf teams and participate in various UIL events such as spelling/vocabulary and ready writing. Being a part of my FBLA chapter since freshman year, I have held 2 local
officer positions including vice president and parliamentarian. I have competed in Intro to Business Procedures and Hospitality and Event Management. FBLA has awarded me many opportunities that I believe everyone should experience, and I have met so many great people who have shown me what it means to be a leader. I want to make FBLA feel like a second home because it is more than an organization. FBLA is an outlet for everyone to succeed, meet new people, and most of all have
fun! I look forward to making new memories and representing not only my area but the great state of Texas as well!
– Sophie Greco
area6vp@fblatx.org
Milka Folly-Gah
Area 7 State Vice President
My name is Milka Folly-Gah, and I am a junior from Central High School. Outside of FBLA, I am a powerlifter, baker, and participate in my school’s black student union, as well as the district’s superintendent’s cabinet. After I finish high school, I would love to pursue biomedical engineering then go to med school. I have been a part of FBLA since my freshman year and have served in a variety of positions that have allowed me to improve my soft skills. For me FBLA is a way to network and feel like a part of something much bigger than yourself. It has exposed me to many intelligent people that encourage me to think in different perspectives. I started off as VP of Programs and Community Service then moved into Area positions as Vice-President and President. I currently have been elected for Area 7 State Vice-President and hope to collaborate with the other Area VPs and hopefully make our state conference one of many networking opportunities with the whole of Texas. I will be looking forward to serving FBLA in a higher capacity and hope the best to all the amazing officers I am serving with.
– Milka Folly-Gah
area7vp@fblatx.org
