Meet our Board
Welcome to our USWIB community! Use these short bios to help decide who to coffee chat!
Please note that these coffee chats are different from our USWIB Mentorship Program.
We are excited to meet you!
executive board
Maya Gopala
Co-President
Major: Business and Political Economy
Hometown: San Diego, CA
Graduation: 2025
Maya is thrilled to be joining a group of supportive women who are working hard to make Stern a welcoming space amidst such a male-dominated industry! She spent last fall in London and spring in Madrid, so feel free to reach out for anything abroad-related! Besides traveling, she loves finding new sunset spots, exploring lots of Thai restaurants, and binging Netflix originals.
Sanya Lopes
Co-President
Major: Business and Political Economy
Minor: Public Policy & Management
Hometown: Edison, NJ
Graduation: 2025
Sanya fell in love with USWIB her freshman year when she saw the warm, empowering sisterhood it nurtured. Since then, she has not only dedicated herself to the organization but also made so many beautiful friends through it! She is most excited about mentoring and giving back to incoming members. She studied abroad her sophomore year in London and Madrid (which she can't shut up about), so reach out to her for all things travel! In her free time, she enjoys exploring cafes in the city, hosting dinner parties for her friends, and picnicking in Central Park!
Situ-Coralie Amega
Vice President
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Management and Computing & Data Science
Minor: Science & Society
Hometown: Silver Spring, MD
Graduation: 2024
When joining USWIB, Situ-Coralie was met with a welcoming and supportive community that immediately drew her in. Ever since, she looks forward to meetings to learn and to feel connected to the group. Situ-Coralie is excited to continue fostering a community of empowered women who can uplift and learn from each other. Outside of USWIB, she loves video games, reading, shopping, and anime.
Rachel ZHeng
Secretary (Spring)
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance & Management
Minor: Psychology
Hometown: Queens, NY
Graduation: 2024
Rachel wanted to join USWIB for a community of amazing women who could empower and challenge her. She is most excited to get closer to existing friends and make a bunch of new ones! :)
Isabella Orus
Treasurer
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance & Marketing
Minor: Digital Art and Design
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Graduation: 2025
Since joining her freshman year, Isabella considers USWIB to be one of the most comforting and welcoming clubs at NYU. Throughout her time at USWIB, Isabella has been introduced to many friends, mentors, and opportunities. She is excited to continue to be a part of the USWIB community!
General Board
Kasha Bhatia
Conference Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Accounting
Minor: Psychology
Hometown: Long Island, NY
Graduation: 2025
Kasha joined USWIB her freshman year because it was the first place she felt a sense of community and belonging in trying to navigate the overwhelming experiences of college. She has met so many amazing people through the club, including some of her mentors, who have been so supportive and helpful throughout her journey. This year, she is super excited to meet all the new members and help host conference!
georgina Bern
Conference Corporate Relations Chair
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Computing & Data Science and Sustainable Business
Minor: Film
Hometown: Panama City, Panama
Graduation: 2025
Georgina's warmest memories at NYU began with the people at USWIB. In the fast-paced world of New York City and Stern, her encounter with this supportive, encouraging community of strong-willed, insightful women offered her a sense of home and belonging in a place that was so new. Georgina's super excited to share this feeling with other members, to give and ask for advice, to strengthen others' confidence and inspirations as they have fortified hers. She's also looking forward to the community-building events this coming year, especially those involving artsy crafts or paint!
Fiona Kao
Conference Branding & Marketing Chair
Major: Data Science
Minors: Integrated Design and Media & Business Studies
Hometown: Taipei, Taiwan
Graduation: 2026
The USWIB community has played a significant role in Fiona’s college experience since her freshman year, providing her with a supportive and empowering space to navigate the business world. The meaningful connections she has formed with mentors and friends have truly inspired her to give back to the community that has helped me tremendously. She is anticipating the upcoming conference and is excited to continue fostering a diverse and inclusive environment with both familiar members and new faces.
Adhya Singh
Mentorship Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with a concentration in Finance and B.A. in Mathematics
Hometown: Johns Creek, GA
Graduation: 2026
Adhya joined USWIB in the fall of her freshman year because she wanted to be surrounded by other women with the same passions and interests as her. She has been able to meet some of her closest friends and mentors through USWIB and can't wait to give back! This upcoming semester, she is excited to help people find their mentors and bond with them through the community events!
Shreya Polkampally
Mentorship Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Data Science
Hometown: Princeton, NJ
Graduation: 2024
USWIB was the first club that Shreya joined, and she was so thankful to find a community of encouraging, motivating, and uplifting women at NYU that would help her feel welcome. She's super excited to meet new women this semester and make even more friends in the community :) Outside of USWIB, Shreya loves going on nature walks, reading, and exploring different coffee shops and bookstores in the city.
Sahana Inteti
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Marketing
Hometown: Portland, Oregon
Graduation: 2025
Hi! I'm Sahana, and I am a sophomore at NYU Stern studying Finance and Marketing with a minor in Psychology. I joined USWIB because I was seeking out a supportive community within Stern! I am also involved in Social Impact Fellows, SPUR, and Greek Life. Outside of school, I love running, dancing, and art museums.
Eva Ruemmler
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Marketing
Minor: Psychology
Hometown: Saratoga, California
Graduation: 2027
Eva joined USWIB because she was drawn to the uplifting and welcoming USWIB community. USWIB has been a great way for her to build close friendships and explore her various professional interests during her first year at Stern. She looks forward to growing closer with the USWIB community and encouraging open discussion in DEI dialogues :).
Sasha Beck
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Marketing
Minor: Public Health
Hometown: Arlington, MA
Graduation: 2026
Sasha joined USWIB to foster stronger connections among her peers within the strong community USWIB is known for. She is excited to hold more DEI events and make everyone feel comfortable expressing their ideas!
Katherine Cheng
Social Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Computing & Data Science
Minor: History
Hometown: Palo Alto, CA
Graduation: 2025
Katherine joined USWIB her freshman year for its welcoming environment and supportive community. She is excited to strengthen bonds with current members and form new friendships this semester. Outside of USWIB, she can be found running, listening to her favorite podcasts, or trying Trader Joe's seasonal products.
Pranavi Veeramachaneni
Social Co-Director
Major: Business, Technology, and Entrepreneurship
Minor: Public Policy and Management & Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology
Hometown: Louisville, Kentucky
Graduation: 2025
As a freshman, Pranavi was immediately drawn to USWIB because of its highly supportive community. She is excited to plan events that will uplift and create even stronger bonds between members! Outside of USWIB, Pranavi loves doing gymnastics, cooking, working out, and traveling!
Alyssa Zhang
Social Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with a concentration in Finance
Minor: Math & Computer Science
Hometown: Lexington, MA
Graduation: 2025
Alyssa is incredibly excited to be a part of a community of like-minded, passionate women. She is looking forward to continuing to form new connections with and learn from other members!
Tamara Benjamin
Operations Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with a concentration in Economics
Minor: Psychology and B.E.M.T.
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
Graduation: 2026
Tamara joined USWIB to find a welcoming and supportive group at Stern where she could feel like she belonged. She’s met some incredible mentors and friends through USWIB who have helped her navigate her way through Stern.
sydney medd
Operations Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with a concentration in Sustainable Business
Hometown: Seattle, WA
Graduation: 2026
I joined USWIB to connect with other driven and passionate women/people and be part of a strong community that will always support each other. I’m super excited to see both new and old faces this semester especially as we prep for the upcoming conference :)
Mira Dasgupta
Operations Co-Director
Majors: Economics & International Relations
Minor: B.E.M.T.
Hometown: Mumbai, India
Graduation: 2026
USWIB's strong community of supportive women is what made me want to join USWIB. The events, general meetings and mentorship program has really helped me explore opportunities on and off-campus. I hope to help foster the same environment for incoming students and build new relationships!
serena lin
Marketing Co-Director
Major: Economics
Hometown: Pleasanton, CA
Graduation: 2025
Serena joined USWIB this past year to find a community of like-minded women who share the same passions and interests. Immediately, she was drawn to the welcoming and purposeful community, and she hopes to help incoming members feel the same warmth as well. This year, she is most excited about meeting even more of the powerful women in USWIB and contributing to this community that has brought so many together!
emily weiner
Marketing Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Marketing
Hometown: Austin, TX
Graduation: 2026
I joined USWIB in the Spring of my Freshman year. NYU, especially Stern, can be overwhelming, and I struggled to find a community. When I joined USWIB, I felt supported in ways I had never experienced at college, and the mentorship I was given exposed me to careers and interests that I am still pursuing. I am most excited about the conference (my favorite event!) and hearing from spectacular alums and business leaders who will inspire me as much as they did last year!
Isabella Ji
Marketing Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Marketing
Minor: Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology
Hometown: Holmdel, NJ
Graduation: 2026
Isabella joined USWIB because of its inspiring sense of community. She is grateful to have met many mentors and friends through USWIB and is excited to continue doing so. Outside of school, Isabella likes trying new coffee shops, shopping, reading, and traveling.
Elyse Ladia
Content Co-Director
Major: Economics
Minor: Data Science & Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology
Hometown: Chantilly, VA
Graduation: 2025
Elyse joined USWIB her freshman year and was met with a welcoming community of like-minded women. Elyse is excited to continue learning and expanding her career while meeting new people, and is looking forward to furthering her involvement to continue building a supportive community and helping to make members feel as welcome as she did.
Kate Carballido
Content Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Computing & Data Science
Minor: Computer Science & Math
Hometown: Weston, Florida
Graduation: 2024
Kate has been involved in USWIB since her freshman year and found an empowering and supportive community that helped her grow personally and professionally. As a director, she is excited to make a positive impact on the community, be a source of support for new members, help others learn about different aspects of Stern, and help students feel welcomed into the community!
Laura Lu
Content Committee
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Marketing and Management
Hometown: NYC
Graduation: 2027
Laura joined USWIB to gain a supportive community whilst developing her professional skills. This year, Laura is excited to expand her network and meet others with similar interests.
Priyanka Palayekar
Content Committee
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Operations
Hometown: Princeton, NJ
Graduation: 2027
Priyanka joined USWIB after hearing so much about the community aspect of the club from upperclassmen during orientation week. She really wanted to be part of something greater at Stern, and she is super excited to help even more underclassmen along the way.
Sneha Deepak
Content Committee
Major: B.S. in Business with a concentration in Finance
Hometown: Princeton, NJ
Graduation: 2027
Sneha joined USWIB to learn about business, navigating Stern, and to gain exposure to different career paths. She looks forward to continue learning and growing while being a part of a supportive community of women!
Nicole Cheng
Content Committee
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Accounting and Marketing
Minor: Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology
Hometown: Sag Harbor, NY
Graduation: 2025
Nicole attended her first USWIB meeting during her freshman year and was immediately drawn to the strong community of like-minded, passionate women. Since then, she's met her closest friends and gained invaluable mentorship. Outside of USWIB, Nicole loves listening to Lana Del Rey and watching tv/films.
Aishwarya Borra
Content Committee
Major: Business and Political Economy
Hometown: Tampa, FL
Graduation: 2027
Aside from the amazing community she’s found in USWIB, Aishwarya is really excited to be a part of a space that emphasizes opportunities for women and underrepresented groups, especially in the business world. USWIB's weekly meetings are seriously amazing breaks during the middle of each week, and they also gave Aishwarya the opportunity to learn more about the professional world. She can't wait to see more of these sort of events this year!
Anusha Khandpur
Content Committee
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Data Science
Minor: Math & Computer Science
Hometown: Afton, MN
Graduation: 2027
Anusha joined USWIB because she wanted to be part of a supportive, empowering community and learn from those around her. She has formed many meaningful connections and is grateful for all the wonderful people that she has met through this club. She is excited to further her involvement and help grow this incredible community :)
Scarlett Kniznik
Study Abroad Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Accounting
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Graduation: 2024
Scarlett joined USWIB to learn about business, finance, navigating the professional world, and navigating Stern. Having been in USWIB since freshman year, she feels so lucky to gain all that and so much more. Through USWIB, she has gained invaluable mentorship, friends and a truly supportive community at Stern.
Clea Loci
Study Abroad Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Marketing
Minor: Media, Culture, and Communications
Hometown: Staten Island, NY
Graduation: 2024
Clea joined USWIB her first semester of freshman year to find a community of women who encourage and uplift each other and share common interests with her, both professionally and socially. She is excited to be a part of such a supportive team, hoping to continue to grow and learn among the amazing family she's found within Stern. She looks forward to meeting new members, expanding her knowledge of business, and sharing her love of all things music, books, and city related!
Sneha Rao
Study Abroad Liason
Major: B.S. in Business with a concentration in Management
Minor: Creative Writing
Hometown: Buffalo Grove, IL
Graduation: 2026
I joined USWIB because there was no need to compete against one another, and the extremely strong sense of community. Finding a mentor was super important to me and USWIB allowed me to meet so many women that helped me find my way, from helping me with choosing classes to finding the best places to eat (Playa bowls ftw). Since joining, USWIB really has provided me with not only a fun loving community, but a place where I can learn about the business world at my own pace within a judgmental free environment. I'm definitely most excited about finding more amazing places to eat, along with meeting more people now that the anxiety of first semester freshman year has passed.
Camila Vazquez
Study Abroad Liason
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Marketing and Finance
Hometown: Bronx, NY
Graduation: 2026
My name is Camila and I joined USWIB because I fell in love with the supportive and uplifting community. USWIB was the first Stern club that I joined, and I have since learned endless opportunities from the insightful women I have met here. I have always felt a sense of belonging at USWIB, which encouraged me to share my feelings of community, support, and growth with other members. This year, I am looking forward to sharing study abroad experiences as a Study Abroad Liaison in Madrid!
Milena Valdez
Study Abroad Liason
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Marketing and Management
Minor: Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Graduation: 2025
Milena wanted to join USWIB to be a part of a supportive community of women. This year Milena is most excited to share her experience abroad in Florence!
Sveta Chintakayala
Study Abroad Liason
Major: Global Public Health & Economics
Hometown: Tampa, FL
Graduation: 2026
I joined USWIB in search of a community that supported my interests while also challenging me to pursue them, and in just 1 semester, USWIB became pivotal in my college experience. Initially feeling behind in professional development, I am grateful to USWIB for consistently offering invaluable opportunities that exceed my expectations. Throughout the challenges of recruiting, networking, and skill-building, this inclusive environment has and continues to provide coherence and boost my confidence both personally & professionally. I am most excited to extend this empowerment to students who feel uncertain about their professional interests. USWIB is an organization that will give back what you put in: when you are genuinely committed and apply yourself, your efforts are multiplied in your returns.
Andrea Lui
External Relations Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Computing & Data Science
Minor: Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology
Hometown: Vancouver, Canada
Graduation: 2026
Andrea fell in love with USWIB after having struggled finding a community at Stern her freshman year. USWIB is her “home within home” and she has a deep appreciation for the club’s powerful network of women leaders. In college and beyond, she hopes to champion female spaces in the workplace. At NYU, Andrea is also an Admissions Ambassador and the Dining Editor of the Washington Square News!
Elizabeth Grayfer
External Relations Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Marketing
Hometown: Staten Island, New York
Graduation: 2025
I joined USWIB my freshman year and I quickly found a comfortable and empowering community that resonated with me in a professional and personal manner. I had the opportunity of participating in the mentorship program and meeting new people through USWIB. I'm most excited to collaborate with SWIB and plan external relation events for the members of USWIB. Additionally, I look forward to give back to USWIB by meeting and unifying more women together.
Kate Hegland
Professional Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Finance and Data Science
Minor: Psychology
Hometown: Chapel Hill, NC
Graduation: 2026
Kate was super excited to be a part of USWIB when she came to NYU Stern. The uplifting energy and professional support within the community are unparalleled. Kate looks forward to contributing to the professional team this year!
Nicole Fan
Professional Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with concentrations in Marketing and Data Science
Minor: Social Entrepreneurship
Hometown: São Paulo, Brazil
Graduation: 2026
Nicole joined USWIB during her freshman fall semester and has been an active member since. Last semester she contributed as a Study Abroad Liaison at NYU Madrid sharing her internship experiences in Spain through our blog! She hopes to continue collaborating with USWIB members as a Professional Co-Director this spring semester!
KARIN AMIR
Social Co-Director
Major: B.S. in Business with a concentration in Management.
Minor: Psychology
Hometown: Bay Area, CA
Graduation: 2025
Karin joined USWIB to meet and learn from an incredible community of talented and supportive women in Stern. Karin looks forward to contribute to the strength of USWIB members through fun social events and can't wait to meet new people! Outside of USWIB, Karin loves to hike, wander the aisles of Trader Joes, and cook!
kaylee yang
Senior Advisor
Major: B.S. in Business with a concentration in Finance & Data Science.
Hometown: Toronto
Graduation: 2024
Kaylee was motivated to join USWIB because she attended an all-girls high school and loved the supportive community. She wants to learn from like-minded peers and help others who were in her shoes before, growing professionally and spiritually. Kaylee is excited for the interesting community-building events like painting and movies!