Maryland DECA Student Officers & Board of Directors
We are excited to announce that our 2025-2026 State Officer Team includes nine dedicated representatives!
This team reflects our commitment to serving our ever-growing membership, enabling us to provide stronger, more focused support to each Region and Club across the State of Maryland. This State Officer Team is ready to engage with our members, address your needs, and foster an active, supportive community statewide.
Don't hesitate to reach out – we're here to serve you and ensure your voice is heard!
Interested in being a Student Officer?
2025-26 Officer Application Packets are now available!
State Officers - 2025-2026
Executive
Sarah Liang - State President
Safiya Kurbonova - Vice President of Operations
Marketing
Maria Thomas - Vice President of Public Relations
Krish Putta - Vice President of Marketing
Membership
Gavin Herman - Vice President of Membership
Kavin Kachoria - Vice President of Training and Development
Regional VP’s
Sarthak Pal Mahajan - West Region Vice President
Jackson Lou - Central Region Vice President
Anika Verma - East Region Vice President
Board of Directors
Board President
Jacob Pollicove
Business Partner
Board Vice President
Craig Holcomb
Business Partner
Board Secretary
Vacant
Board Treasurer
Shannon Steward
School Partner
State Association Advisor
Linda Pchelka
State Officer Coach and Board Member
Emmanuel Corporal
Business Partner
Board Member
Janet Winter
Chapter Advisor
Board Member
Demetria Marafatsos
Retired Chapter Advisor
Board Member
MiVida Parham
Education Partner
Board Member
Dustin Showen
Chapter Advisor
Board Member
Brent Gendleman
Business Partner
Board Member
Sonya Hopson
Business Partner
Board Member
Seth Belford
Business Partner
Board Member
C.J. Wallington
Business Partner