EXECUTIVE BOARD

ALISHA GUPTA
ALISHA GUPTA
President

I am a female, a youth, a social entrepreneur, the founder of non-profit Needed But Forgotten, the director of a marketing consulting agency, the host of the What Cause Inspires You and Professional Perspectives podcast series, and the head of marketing communications and outreach at Humanity Rising. Throughout my work, I aim to shed light on the obstacles women in business encounter to introduce progressive mindsets that break orthodox stigmas and outline tools necessary to transform a passion into an entrepreneurial progress.

ISHITA AHUJA
ISHITA AHUJA
Vice President of Event Management

I’m a junior MIS major & Marketing minor also pursuing the design strategies & CS certificates! AMA has been a huge part of my college life ever since my virtual first semester. I am so excited to continue to be involved with this organization and plan amazing events alongside the rest of the team. Aside from school & orgs, I love dancing, working out, and trying new food/ coffee spots!!

BEN EISLER
BEN EISLER
Vice President of Member Experience

Hi, I’m a Senior Plan II + Marketing Major from Potomac, Maryland. Before this year, I’ve been involved in Texas AMA as Partnership Officer, VP of Business Development and President. Outside of school, I love exploring Austin and meeting new people, so hit me up if you ever want to go on a hike or grab something to eat!

SETH TERRELL
SETH TERRELL
Vice President of Business Development

Hello! I’m a senior marketing major from San Antonio, Texas. In my free time I love to play sports like basketball, tennis, and pickleball and I’m also super into video games, movies, and superheroes! I’ve loved being in Austin and becoming so much more involved with its culture, like seeing live music and eating the best barbeque.

SUREKHA BALAKRISHNAN
SUREKHA BALAKRISHNAN
AMA Consulting Agency Director

Hey! I’m Surekha. I’m a rising junior and marketing major from Frisco, Texas. Apart from AMA, I’m a member of Texas Royals and serve as Chair of the Financial Affairs Committee in UT Student Government. In my free time, I enjoy listening to Taylor Swift and hitting the gym. Feel free to contact me with any agency-related questions!

ALEENA CHAUDHARY
ALEENA CHAUDHARY
Vice President of Communications

Hello, I am a fourth year marketing and public relations double major born in Denton, TX. I love all things food, fun, & fashion. My passion for marketing comes from my love for stories and storytelling. Stories are human and bring people together, which is why I believe the most successful marketers are storytellers! Soooo excited for this year! 🙂

OFFICERS

SOPHIA AMSTALDEN
SOPHIA AMSTALDEN
Partnership Officer

Hey! I’m Sophia Amstalden! I am a Marketing Major with an MIS minor, and I am originally from College Station, Texas. I love art, reading, crocheting, and watching movies! I love AMA because I have had the opportunity to meet so many amazing people and learn so much about what I want to achieve in my career!

CHRISTINE BENAVIDES
CHRISTINE BENAVIDES
Operations Officer

Hey y’all! I’m a sophomore Marketing major from Houston, Texas who’s always down to try new things. On my free time, I enjoy exploring the city of Austin, thrifting, trying new coffee shops, paddle boarding and hiking! I joined AMA last year and I can confidently say I have made some of my bestest friends here. I’m so excited to be an officer this year and be a part of such an amazing team!

SARAH DONNELLAN
SARAH DONNELLAN
Recruitment Officer

Hi! My name is Sarah Donnellan. I am a senior at the University of Texas at Austin studying Advertising with a minor in Business Administration. As a student interested in technology and marketing, I am involved in Texas AMA (American Marketing Association) as their recruitment officer and in Texas Blockchain as a marketing executive and event coordinator. As an Austin native, I enjoy trying new restaurants and exploring the city with my friends and family.

SHLOK SHAH
SHLOK SHAH
Professional Development Officer

Shlok is a Philadelphia native and current sophomore at UT Austin. He is studying business analytics at McCombs and is looking to pursue a career in the sports and entertainment industry. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his friends and family, playing/watching sports, traveling, and listening to The Weeknd.

CINDY CHUNG
CINDY CHUNG
Professional Development Officer

Hi y’all! I’m Cindy and I am a third-year Marketing major with a minor in Business Analytics. A few of my favorite things are coffee, kayaking, and collecting pins from different countries I travel to.

SANJANA REDDY
SANJANA REDDY
Engagement/Community Service

Hi! I am a senior Marketing Major from Dallas, TX and I enjoy exercise, picnics, and design!

KATHERINE RHODES
KATHERINE RHODES
Creative Content Officer

Katherine Rhodes is a sophomore business major at the The University of Texas at Austin from Kingwood, Texas. In her free time she enjoys running, baking, and shopping. Her favorite part of Texas AMA is having fun making and making new friends, while gaining professional experience.

NAMITA BHAVANAM
NAMITA BHAVANAM
Social Media Officer

Hey y’all!! I am a Sophomore Marketing major from Frisco, TX, minoring in MIS and pursuing the Design Strategies certificate. I am passionate about human-centered design, design thinking, and consumer behavior. I love all things art, exploring Austin and coffee shops, traveling, and good food. I have been a part of AMA since my freshman year and have loved every second of it, from all of the opportunities it provides through its programs to the wonderful group of like-minded individuals, aka our AMA family <3. So excited to have an AMAzing semester!!

SYDNEY DOMINGUEZ
SYDNEY DOMINGUEZ
Member Programs Officer

Hi all! I’m a Marketing major originally from Frisco, Texas and I’m so excited to lead AMA in Member Programs. I love to travel with my family and spend time with my dog, an Australian Shepherd. I’m looking forward to meeting new members and strengthening relationships with current members.

SNEHA VELAYUDHAM
SNEHA VELAYUDHAM
Technology Officer

Hi everyone! I’m a sophomore majoring in Math! I am minoring in Business and pursuing a certificate in Data Science. I love to dance, and I am part of UT Nritya Sangam, a competitive Indian classical dance team! I also love photography, in my free time, you’ll catch me exploring new coffee shops in Austin and taking pictures of anything and everything. I’m super excited for the upcoming year and I’m so glad I can work with such an Amazing team!

ANUSHKA COLACO
ANUSHKA COLACO
Corporate Relations Officer

Hello! I’m a third-year marketing major from Houston, Texas. My passion for marketing comes from my aim to build the intersection between creativity and business. I love all things art, travel, sports/working out, and exploring new food/coffee spots! I’m so excited to continue my time with our amazing organization and I can’t wait for this upcoming semester with AMA!!

SHRUTI RAJAMANI
SHRUTI RAJAMANI
Membership Officer

Hi! I’m a sophomore Finance major and MIS minor with a certificate in Design Strategies. I joined AMA spring semester of my freshmen year and was involved in the consulting agency and content committee. Aside from school, I love to dance, travel, and hang out with my friends and family.

BRETT HYMAN
BRETT HYMAN
Finance Officer

Hello! My name is Brett Ashley Hyman! I’m from Tyler, TX, and I’m a Business major wanting to pursue Marketing and minor in French! I love music (Indie, 80’s, Hip Hop, Country, etc) while being huge movie buff (Godfather Pt.1 is better than Pt.2). I enjoy swimming and ultimate frisbee, so catch me hanging out on Lady Bird Lake or running around Zilker Park. Have a great day AMA!