Your 2025-2026 State Officer Team
Oregon DECA Officers are elected by their peers at the State Career Development Conference and represent Oregon’s membership. The State Officer team develops a program of work aligned to the strategic goals of DECA. Throughout the year the team interacts with the membership to implement and enhance DECA programs. Oregon DECA State Officers are available to attend your events.
Meet The Team
President - Joli Li
Joli Li is a rising junior at Adrienne C. Nelson High School, a part of the Sabin-Schellenberg Technical Center DECA chapter! Joining DECA during freshman year, Joli was determined to meet like-minded peers and build experiences in business and leadership. Duringher short time in the organization she quickly became inspired by the community. From mentoring first-years, placing at WRLC, and being a chapter officer, her passion for DECA soon reached new heights as she ran for state president.
Outside of DECA, Joli is the event coordinator for her schools Asian and Pacific Islander Student Union and regularly volunteers with Key Club. In her free time, you can find Joli on the tennis court, sipping on a Sunrise Fuel from Black Rock, or shopping.
DECA has been transformative in Joli’s confidence, leadership skills, and career aspirations. Her goal this year is to uplift every chapter, equipping them with the resources and opportunities imperative for success.
Vice President of Leadership - Rosalie Liu
Rosalie Liu is a rising senior at Westview High School and she’s so excited to serve as Oregon DECA’s Vice President! As a member for all 4 years of high school, Rosalie has gained many real-life skills and connected with her community, developing her communication, collaboration, and leadership. She especially enjoys learning about and competing in entrepreneurship, placing 2nd in the Entrepreneurship Individual Series and 1st in Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making at SCDC. In the future, Rosalie hopes to combine her business skills with computer science to pursue her passion for innovation.
In addition to serving in DECA, Rosalie is dedicated to serving her community, leading service across 12 schools as Key Club Lieutenant Governor. As the DistrictProject Committee Co-Chair, she has led an initiative serving houseless youth across 3 states and Canada B.C.. Besides volunteering, Rosalie is an active member in speech & debate as a competitor and mentor. In her free time, she enjoys trying new foods, exploring the outdoors, and playing word games. You can catch Rosalie out with her friends at a bakery or bubble tea!
As Vice President this year, Rosalie wants to give back and aims to support members across the state to make DECA more accessible, engaging, and empowering! Feel free to reach out to her at any time.
Vice President of Finance - Ishaan Khambhampati
Ishaan Khambhampatiis a junior at Westview High School and is excited to serve as one of the vice presidents for Oregon DECA for 2025-2026. This fall will be Ishaan’s third year in DECA, with him qualifying for ICDC in 2024 and 2025. Ishaan loved the welcoming nature of the competition and he decided to run for office with plans to enhance the competitive atmosphere for Oregon DECA by better preparing competitors and chapters through more resources and opportunities.
Outside of DECA, Ishaan is also part of the National Honors Society board where he serves as the treasurer, president of his school’s investors club where he teaches his peers about financial and investing literacy, and founder and writer of the PDX Businesses blog where he interviews local entrepreneurs on their entrepreneurial journeys.
Apart from school, Ishaan loves listening to music, hanging out with friends and watching soccer and he wants to pursue a degree and career in finance in the future.
Vice President of Hospitality - Scarlett Prine
Scarlett Prine, an upcoming senior at Blanchet Catholic School, is extremely grateful to serve as an Oregon DECA State VP for 2025-2026. Scarlett joined DECA during her sophomore year after seeing the impact it had on her older brother. Though she initially felt nervous about going in front of a judge for the first time, embracing just a few seconds of courage and trying something completely new changed her outlook. She had the incredible opportunity to attend ICDC, where she truly realized that DECA means community. She returned home to Oregon with friends from all across the country, making it an eye-opening experience for her.
Scarlett loves meeting new people and connecting with peers. She strives to bring a bright,positive attitude wherever she goes and is truly joy-filled! She is excited about her future—she hopes to become a pediatric nurse and dedicate her life to helping children. As for now, outside of DECA, Scarlett keeps herself busy with speech and debate, Glamour Gals (a club centered around serving the elderly), outdoor club, newspaper club, and track and field. In addition to these activities, she enjoys running, hiking, baking, and spending time with family and friends. As a faith-centered individual, Scarlett is deeply rooted in her values.
DECA has not only opened doors for Scarlett but has also helped her grow as a person and recognize the beauty that comes with hard work, dedication, and trust. She cannot wait toembark on her journey as a State Officer and give back to Oregon DECA.
Vice President of Career Development - Ved Shaw
Ved Shah, a junior at Sunset High School, is excited to serve as the Vice President of Career Developmentfor Oregon DECA. Knowing he had a passion for business, Ved joined his school’s chapter as a freshman. Ved has qualified for ICDC in 2024 and 2025 for finance and entrepreneurship events.
DECA has completely changed Ved’s perspective, allowing him to meet new people, gain confidence acting as a business leader, and learn the fundamentals behind business. Ved wants to pay this experience forward by providing smaller chapters with necessary resources to compete at SCDC and bring the DECA experience to all students.
Outside of DECA, Ved manages the technology and automation for the India Cultural Association of Portland, the non-profit hosting the annual India Festival in downtown. He is also a Java programmer for a First Tech Challenge Robotics team, and is a member of the Beaverton Mayor’s Youth Advisory Board. He loves to learn and ask questions, and his current ambitions are to be a corporate lawyer.
Vice President of Marketing - Angie Trieu
Angie Trieu is a rising junior at Westview High School and is excited to serve as Oregon DECA’s Vice President. Throughout her two years in DECA, she has gained valuable real-life skills through competitions while also forming meaningful friendships and mentorships. What started as a curiosity about business soon grew into a deep passion for competition, networking, and leadership.
In addition to her love for DECA, Angie is a member of the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Board for Beaverton, where she advocates for youth in her community. She also serves as Sophomore Class President, leading initiatives to support and engage her classmates. During the summer, you can find her teaching toddlers dance and art at local recreational centers, sharing her creativity andpassion. Besides extracurriculars, you can find Angie exploring the outdoors, trying Oregon’s newest restaurants, and taking photos on her digital camera.
As newly appointed Oregon DECA Vice President, Angie is dedicated to helping all Oregon DECA members, from large to small chapters, have the best experience possible. Her goal is to foster membership growth and ensure every student has the opportunity to “Be the One.”