the 2022-2023 State Officer Team

Team LAUNCH

Washington DECA Officers are elected by their peers and represent Washington’s membership. The State Officer team develops a Program of Leadership for the year that aligns with the strategic goals of Washington DECA. Throughout the year the team interacts with DECA members to implement and enhance Washington DECA’s programs.

State Officers are also available to meet and visit with your DECA chapter as well as attend your events.

Meet The Team

Anika halappanavar

STATE PRESIDENT
Richland High School
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lujain Abushhiwa

AREA 1 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF HOSPITALITY
Marysville-Getchel High School
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Abhyudai Tandon

AREA 2 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE
Jackson High School
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Kiera Foley

AREA 3 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Eastlake High School
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Kartik Arora

AREA 4 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Skyline High School
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Akhil Srinivasan

AREA 5 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF LEADERSHIP
Hazen High School
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Chris Kim

AREA 6 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF LEADERSHIP
Richland High School
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Isabelle Welch

AREA 7 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF LEADERSHIP
Puyallup High School
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McKenzie Waters

AREA 8 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING
River Ridge High School
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Kirra Anderson

AREA 9 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF HOSPITALITY
Kelso High School
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sophie henderson

AREA 11 PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING
Clarkston High School
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