MEET OUR EXEC
MEET OUR
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Nico Case
President
Major:Industrial Engineering
Nico is a member of the Fall 2023 new member class. He previously served as the Philanthropy Chair as well as participating on the Recruitment Committee. On campus, Nico is involved in the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers and OCF, and he is also a certified personal trainer. This past summer, Nico interned at Caterpillar as a Digital Product Management Intern. In his free time, Nico enjoys lifting weights, playing piano, and spending time outdoors!
Leeza Golubchik
External Vice President
Major: Earth, Society, & Environmental Sustainability
Leeza is a member of the Fall 2024 new member class. She previously served as the Assistant Vice President of Membership and was a member of the Recruitment Committee. On campus, Leeza is involved in Students Consulting for Nonprofit Organizations (SCNO), Illinois Consulting Academy (ICA), Illinois Enactus, and TAMID group. In her free time, Leeza enjoys painting, outdoor adventures, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends. She is very grateful and excited to be serving on PGNs Executive Board!
Aidan Halvadia
Internal Vice President
Major: Industrial Engineering
Aidan is a member of the Fall 2024 new member class. He previously served as the Corporate Relations Chair and as a member on the Fundraising Committee. On campus, Aidan is involved in the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers and was a consultant with OTCR. This upcoming summer, Aidan will be interning at Motorola as an IT Systems Analyst in Chicago. In his free time, Aidan enjoys playing basketball, traveling with family, and cooking with his roommates!
Mukund Kasisomayajula
Vice President of Membership
Major: Finance & Data Science
Assistants: Mia Swanson & Leo Perez
Mukund is a member of the Fall 2024 new member class. He previously served on the Professionalism and Alumni Committees. On campus, Mukund serves as the President of the Illinois Investment Management Academy and previously held the role of Vice President of Professionalism for the Investment Portfolio Organization. He has also been involved with Prime Mergers & Acquisitions and Illinois Business Consulting. This upcoming summer, Mukund will be interning at William Blair as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst in Chicago. In his free time, Mukund enjoys playing basketball, going on walks, and traveling around the world.
EXECUTIVE BOARD
ASSISTANTS
Sophia Puljic
Vice President of Communications
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Assistant: London Almeida
Sophia is a member of the Spring 2025 new member class. She previously served on the Social and Mom's Day Committees. On campus, Sophia is a Fundraising Chair for the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), as well as involved with Baja SAE Off-Road Car Design. This upcoming summer, Sophia will be interning at Toyota as a Quality Assurance Intern in Dallas, TX. In her free time, she enjoys baking with friends, traveling with her new member class, and spending time with family!
Mia Swanson
Assistant Vice President of Membership
Major: Finance
The Assistant Vice President of Membership serves to assist the Vice President of Membership in any day-to-day tasks, operations, or logistics with the new member class. This role also allows the AVPM to serve as a mentor for any questions, concerns, or assistance needed throughout the semester.
Vicki Karalis
Assistant Vice President of Finance
Major: Accountancy
The Assistant Vice President of Finance serves to assist the Vice President of Finance in organizing the budget and financials of PGN. These tasks include tracking event costs, planning events, as well as collecting and keeping track of dues.
Kaden Loyd
Vice President of Finance
Major: Finance & Data Science
Assistant: Vicki Karalis
Kaden is a member of the Spring 2024 new member class. He previously served on the Professionalism and Philanthropy Committees. On campus, Kaden serves as a Senior Manager for Illinois Business Consulting. He also previously served as the Director of Finance for the Black Business Network. This past summer, Kaden interned at Boston Consulting Group as a sophomore Summer Associate, where he will be returning this summer. In his free time, Kaden enjoys reading books, playing sports, and cooking.
Leo Perez
Assistant Vice President of Membership
Major: Mechanical Engineering
The Assistant Vice President of Membership serves to assist the Vice President of Membership in any day-to-day tasks, operations, or logistics with the new member class. This role also allows the AVPM to serve as a mentor for any questions, concerns, or assistance needed throughout the semester.
London Almeida
Assistant Vice President of Communications
Major: Business Undeclared
The Assistant Vice President of Communications serves to assist the Vice President of Communications in maintaing all communication between members and the organization. This includes emails, updating the website, and other digital content.
CHAIRS
EXTERNAL COMMITTEE
Bella Narciso
Major: Finance & Strategy, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship
Alumni Chair
The Alumni Committee maintains alumni database, sends out alumni newsletter, and organizes events to deepen relationships between current members and alumni.
Anthony Gomez
Major: Accountancy & Information Systems
COB Relations Chair
The College of Business Relations Committee coordinates all events involving speakers and workshops affiliated with the College of Business.
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Tej Shah
Major: Accountancy & Finance
Corporate Relations Chair
The CR Chair serves as the main point of contact between chapter and corporate representatives, regardless of sponsorship status. This committee forms relationships with new companies for potential future sponsorship.
Paul Choi
Major: Health Administration & Planning
External Affairs Chair
Maintain relationships with other business organizations and strengthen our network on campus. Help plan events organized with other business fraternities.
Kate Ludden
Major: Accountancy
Philanthropy Chair
The Philanthropy Committee organizes impactful philanthropy events within the Champaign-Urbana community to help give back to the community as a whole.
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Katelin Doughty
Major: Finance
Professionalism Co-Chair
The Professionalism Committee develops internal professionalism events such as resume critiques, guest speakers, panels, mock interviews, and etiquette dinners.
Olivia Heneghan
Major: Marketing
Professionalism Co-Chair
The Professionalism Committee develops internal professionalism events such as resume critiques, guest speakers, panels, mock interviews, and etiquette dinners.
Lauren Field
Major: Economics & History
Compete for a Cause Chair
The Compete for a Cause Committee organizes our annual Spring fundraiser, which this year is raising money for Camp Kesem.
Sargon Adam
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Recruitment Co-Chair
The Recruitment Committee markets PGN's brand to prospective recruits, facilitates the interview process, and runs Membership Selection.
Sophie Pekar
Major: Marketing
Marketing Chair
The Marketing Committee captures photos of active members at Professional, DEIB, Philanthropy, and Social Events and collects social media content for various platforms.
Major: Statistics
Recruitment Co-Chair
The Recruitment Committee markets PGN's brand to prospective recruits, facilitates the interview process, and runs Membership Selection.
Tarun Velamoor
CHAIRS
INTERNAL COMMITTEE
Addi Lowe
Major: Computer Science
Social Co-Chair
The Social Committee organizes events that promote bonding and brotherhood between chapter members.
Armaan Raza
Major: Environmental Economics & Policy
Social Co-Chair
The Social Committee organizes events that promote bonding and brotherhood between chapter members.
Chris Taylor
Major: Finance & Data Science
Athletics Chair
The Athletics Committee organizes intramural activities for the chapter, such as volleyball, basketball, football, softball, or any other active event.
Megha Patel
Major: Hospitality Management
Mom's Day Chair
The Mom's Day Committee plans and organizes events for Mom's Weekend, including food, drinks, and entertainment.
Grace Patterson
Major: Advertising
Special Events Chair
The Special Events Committee secures venues and organizes food, theme, beverage, transportation, gifts, entertainment, and any other logistical needs required for special events.
Bella Brands
Major: Undeclared
Public Relations Chair
The Public Relations Committee records events by taking photographs, organizes newsletter for actives, creates marketing material for PGN, and runs the social media outlets, while also updating the bulletin board in Wohlers Hall.
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Alex Ehrhart
Major: Advertising
Merchandising Chair
The Merchandising Committee purchases and designs apparel and other gifts for PGN members.
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George Youssief
Major: Finance & Information Systems
Membership & Scholarship Chair
The Membership & Scholarship Committee recognizes chapter accomplishments.
Leila Arzon
Major: Biochemistry
DEIB Chair
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee creates events that help members become more aware of how what we say can affect whether or not someone feels comfortable, supported, and included in the workplace, other professional settings, and in life.
Ames Puckett
Major: Finance
Health & Wellness Chair
The Health & Wellness Committee promotes the overall mental and physical health of our members.
Ava Morris
Major: Psychology
Senior Social Co-Chair
Senior Social is a senior-led committee designed for seniors to plan social events for all members to enjoy during the Spring semester.
Jacob Jamrozik
Major: Civil Engineering
Mentorship Chair
The Mentorship Committee facilitates mentorship programs to foster professional development for both current members through the Alumni Mentorship Program and Big Brother program.
Will Geiger
Major: Finance
Senior Social Co-Chair
Senior Social is a senior-led committee designed for seniors to plan social events for all members to enjoy during the Spring semester.
Larsen Prokop
Major: Neuroscience
Study Abroad Co-Chair
The Study Abroad Committee includes all PGN members spending the semester abroad, and the chair helps to bridge the communication between PGN members abroad and on-campus.
Alyssa Hoffman
Major: Accountancy & Data Science
Fundraising Chair
The Fundraising Committee raises funds for the chapter through various, typically external, events.
Ben Nuttall
Major: Finance & Information Systems
Study Abroad Co-Chair
The Study Abroad Committee includes all PGN members spending the semester abroad, and the chair helps to bridge the communication between PGN members abroad and on-campus.
Jordyn Cleary
Major: Finance & Information Systems
Study Abroad Co-Chair
The Study Abroad Committee includes all PGN members spending the semester abroad, and the chair helps to bridge the communication between PGN members abroad and on-campus.
