Meet your Florida FBLA 2024-2025 State Officers
The decision to serve as an FBLA State Officer is one that sets a person apart as one of the most dedicated and driven leaders in our organization. State officers serve a one year term and represent Florida FBLA to businesses leaders, education officials, community partners, and most importantly the state membership.
Pranava Manthena
FBLA State President
Pranava is a high school senior attending the Engineering Magnet program at Middleton High School. He has been an active member of FBLA for over three years, gaining extensive experience and demonstrating exceptional leadership.
During his FBLA journey, he has served as chapter treasurer, district reporter, and district president, showcasing his commitment to the organization. FBLA has played a crucial role in developing Pranava’s leadership skills and expanding his network. Pranava has exciting things planned for the upcoming year and looks forward to collaborating with the state officer team and Florida FBLA to create an unforgettable experience.
Email: flfblapres@gmail.com
Joyetta De
Region I Vice President
Joyeeta De is a junior in the International Baccalaureate program at Pensacola High School and is delighted to serve as the 2024-2025 Region I Vice President. Joyeeta started her FBLA journey in the ninth grade at Pensacola High School where she competed for the first time in the Intro to Business Presentation event, which sparked her love and passion for FBLA and learning new skill sets. Growing up with her older sister who was active in FBLA, she was inspired to join and push herself to the fullest. After her first year as a member, she ran for a local officer position as her chapter’s underclassmen representative. Then, while serving her chapter, she ran for a state officer position during her sophomore year. Outside of FBLA, Joyeeta loves spending time with friends and family, taking pictures to add to her memory albums, and traveling to experience new adventures. With the 2024-2025 year, she hopes to work hard with her fellow officer team in creating the best year yet for Florida FBLA while also making new connections and pushing for the best resources for members. She can’t wait to meet and interact with members and she wishes everyone the best of luck for the “Best in Business” year.
Email: flfblavp1@gmail.com
Victoria cao
Region II Vice President
Victoria Cao is a junior at The Frazer School and is honored to serve as your 2024-2025 Florida FBLA Region 2 Vice President.
Victoria joined FBLA in her freshman year of high school and was instantly enamored by the diversity and opportunity that FBLA gave her. She first served as school leadership then district leadership and eventually made her way up to state leadership. Giving back to an organization that has given its members so much has and will continue to fuel Victoria in her service this year. In the 2024-25 year, she hopes to engage with members and encourage them to take advantage of all the amazing opportunities FBLA has to offer. Victoria is eager and excited to serve alongside this year’s officer team for the benefit of all Florida FBLA members as well as the advancement of FBLA as a whole.
Email: flfblavp2@gmail.com
aarish ali
Region III Vice President
Aarish Ali is a senior at Orlando Science High School and is excited to serve as the 2024-2025 Florida FBLA Region III Vice President.
Aarish has been a part of FBLA since his freshman year of high school. FBLA has provided Aarish with a great community and many skills like public speaking, creative problem-solving, and charisma. Aarish is extremely grateful for the opportunities FBLA has provided him with. He has served as Orlando Science High School Chapter Historian and now serves as the Chapter President and is Florida’s Region III Vice President. In his free time, Aarish loves to play and watch basketball; He also loves to workout and hang out with friends. Through his participation in this year's Officer Team, his goal is to impact and help each member of FBLA achieve their full potential. Aarish is very excited to help Florida FBLA be the Best in Business and can’t wait to meet everyone soon!
Email: flfblavp3@gmail.com
vivika arora
Region IV Vice President
Vivika Arora is a junior in the International Baccalaureate program at Strawberry Crest High School and is honored to serve as your 2024-2025 Florida FBLA Region IV Vice President!
When she joined this organization six years ago in middle school, it became her dream to serve you all. Starting as the Chapter President at Williams Middle School, FBLA turned into a major part of her life. From finding some of her best friends to gaining public speaking skills, FBLA has taught her lessons no textbook could. Vivika has previously served as a three time chapter officer, and as District 8's Historian. She also currently holds her chapter's President-elect position, class secretary, and is Florida's Region IV Vice President. In her free time, she loves to sing, eat mint chocolate chip ice cream, and watch Netflix. This year, Vivika hopes to inspire members to be the best in business, bring more middle school involvement, and empower Region IV to give back to the community. She is so excited to work with this year's team and, to have you all DREAM alongside her.
Email: flfblavp4@gmail.com
maliha Daya
Region V Vice President
Maliha Daya is a Senior at American Heritage School in Plantation Florida, and is honored to serve as your 2024-2025 Florida FBLA Region V Vice President!
Maliha joined FBLA during her sophomore year as a competitor and progressively became more involved over the years. In her junior year, she served as her chapter’s Vice President and now holds the position of President. FBLA has provided Maliha with opportunities to develop her leadership skills, enhance her public speaking, and serve her community in numerous ways. Throughout her time in FBLA, Maliha has formed close friendships through competitions, practices, and various conferences, all of which have been enjoyable experiences. Outside of FBLA, Maliha dedicates her time to practicing taekwondo, training, and teaching her students, an activity that has become a crucial part of her daily life. This year, Maliha aspires to create valuable resources for her region, lead successful conferences, and live up to being the best in business. She is looking forward to a successful year with her officer team and engaging with her region.
Email: flfblavp5@gmail.com
joel vincent
FBLA State Secretary
Joel Vincent is a senior at Suncoast Community High School and he is honored to be the State Secretary for the upcoming membership year. Since 2018, he's been an active member, starting as the Chapter President at Emerald Cove Middle School.
FBLA has truly transformed his life, and now Joel is excited to share resources and inspire positive change in all of you. Currently, he's the President of his school chapter, former Vice President of his district, former National Secretary’s Executive Council Director of Communications, and the Florida FBLA State Secretary. Through his role on the State Officer Team, Joel aims to bring confidence, determination, and empowerment to all Future Business Leaders of America. He wishes everyone a successful year and can't wait to collaborate with you soon.
Email: flfblasec@gmail.com
Niyumi Nayakakorala
FBLA State Reporter
Niyumi Nayakakorala is a junior in the International Baccalaureate program at Hillsborough High School, and is excited to serve as the 2024-2025 State Reporter.
Niyumi’s journey with FBLA began in sixth grade at Walker Middle Magnet School, where she served as a chapter officer and the District 13 Middle-Level Representative. Her passion for FBLA led her to run for district office during her freshman year, culminating in her role as the 2023-2024 District 8 Reporter. This year, as part of the State Officer Team, she is committed to adopting a member-driven approach for Florida FBLA, focusing on understanding members' needs and sharing their stories. In her free time, Niyumi enjoys watching Formula 1, exploring new destinations, developing her graphic design skills, and creating content for her school's journalism program. She is eager to help Florida FBLA members be the "Best in Business" and looks forward to meeting everyone throughout the year!
Email: flfblarep@gmail.com
VACANT
FBLA State Parliamentarian
Email: flfblaparli@gmail.com