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SPRING 2026
EXECUTIVE BOARD
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PRESIDENT
VP EXTERNAL
VP INTERNAL
TREASURER
PHILANTHROPY CHAIR
CO-MEMBERSHIP CHAIR
CO-MEMBERSHIP CHAIR
SOCIAL CHAIR
DEVELOPMENT CHAIR
MARKETING CHAIR
PUBLIC RELATIONS CHAIR
OPERATIONS CHAIR
ABOUT THE EXECUTIVE BOARD
PRESIDENT
JARED REYES
Jared is a Junior at the Gies College of Business, and he is majoring in Accountancy and Supply Chain. This is his sixth semester in Accounting Club and his fifth semester on the Executive Board, previously serving as Operations Chair, Co-Membership Chair, and VP External. On campus, he is actively involved in Gies Ambassadors. He also works two part time campus desk jobs, one in the SDRP and the other in the BIF Student Success Lab. During his free time, Jared enjoys going to the gym, napping, watching baseball and football, and spending time with friends.
The President is responsible for overseeing all Executive Board members and maintaining strong communication among all position holders. The President also serves on the Gies Council of Presidents to create a uniform alliance between all registered student organizations in the Gies College of Business.
EXTERNAL VICE PRESIDENT
AICia sun
Aicia is a Sophomore at the Gies College of Business, and she is majoring in Accountancy + Data Science. This is her third semester in Accounting Club and her second semester serving on the Executive Board, previously serving as Co-membership Chair. On campus, she is involved in Illinois Business Consulting as an Alumni & Engagement Coordinator and Gies Ambassadors. In her free time, Aicia enjoys swimming, skating, and watercolor painting.
The External Vice President is in charge of contacting and planning all professional events with companies each semester. Alongside this, the VP External is also in charge of compiling and submitting Accounting Club's member resume book to send to corporate sponsors.
INTERNAL VICE PRESIDENT
Purab Arora
Purab is a Sophomore at the Gies College of Business, and he is majoring in Accountancy. This is his fourth semester being in Accounting Club and his third semester serving on the Executive Board, previously serving as Co-Membership Chair and Philanthropy Chair. On campus, he is actively involved in EntreCorps as a Senior Consultant and is building a startup. In his free time, Purab enjoys drone videography, entrepreneurship, real estate, vibe coding, traveling, and pickleball.
The Internal Vice President is the main point of contact for the club. The VP Internal is also responsible for organizing and sending the club's weekly newsletter to all club members as well as day-of event reminders.
TREASURER
Jack johnson
Jack is a Sophomore at the Gies College of Business, and he is majoring in Accountancy + Data Science. This is his fourth semester in Accounting Club and his second semester serving on the Executive Board, previously serving as Co-membership Chair. He also served on the Accounting Club Engagement Committee. On campus, he is involved in the Sports Analytics Society, Illinois Sports Business Conference, and Gies Ambassadors serving on the Marketing Committee. He also works as a Peer Advisor in the BIF Success Lab. In his free time, Jack enjoys watching baseball, keeping up with Illini sports, cooking, and puzzles.
The Treasurer is in charge of managing the club's finances through keeping a detailed record of all payments, cash expenditures, and revenues. The Treasurer also ensures that the club is spending within its budget at all times.
PHILANTHROPY CHAIR
Kosta Paulos
Kosta is a Junior at the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, and he is majoring in Agricultural Accounting. This is his fourth semester in Accounting Club and his second semester serving on the Executive Board, previously serving as Social Chair. He also served on the Accounting Club Engagement Committee.On campus, he is involved in the Orthodox Christian Fellowship and Sigma Nu Social Fraternity serving as a mentor. He will also be working as a TA for ACE 345(Small Business Finance) this semester. In his free time, Kosta enjoys playing golf, watching sports (I-L-L), and spending time with family and friends.
The Philanthropy Chair is responsible for planning and coordinating the club's service events, such as I-Help, blanket making, and campus trash pickups. Alongside this, the Philanthropy chair helps organize club fundraisers with local restaurants and businesses. The Philanthropy Chair also co-leads the Engagement Committee alongside the Social Chair.
SOCIAL CHAIR
Jimmy chen
Jimmy is a Sophomore at the Gies College of Business, and he is majoring in Accountancy and Finance. This is fourth semester in Accounting Club and his first semester serving on the Executive Board. On campus, he is involved in Gies Ambassadors and Illini Run Club.. In his free time, he enjoys collecting sneakers and watching Illini sports, basketball, and football.
The Social Chair is responsible for planning and organizing social events for the club, both for just Accounting Club members, as well as in collaboration with other organizations. This includes events such as barn dances, trivia night, and any intramural teams the club organizes. The Social Chair also co-leads the Engagement Committee alongside the Philanthropy Chair.
CO-MEMBERSHIP CHAIR
Aarya Telang
Aarya is a Sophomore at the Gies College of Business, and he is majoring in Accountancy + Data Science. This is his fourth semester in Accounting Club and his second semester serving on the Executive Board, previously serving as Operations Chair. He also served on the Accounting Club Engagement Committee. On campus, he is involved in the Pickleball Club and Gies Ambassadors. He also works two part-time jobs as a grader for BADM 275 and BADM 310. In his free time, Aarya enjoys cartography, card games, and biking.
The Co-Membership Chairs are in charge of maintaining and updating member attendance points as well as confirming dues payments. The Co-Membership Chairs also create professional workshops and events to help our members develop their professional skillset. These events include LinkedIn & Career Fair Workshops as well as a semesterly case competition.
CO-MEMBERSHIP CHAIR
Justin James Yuwono
James is a Freshman at the Gies College of Business, and he is majoring in Accountancy and Finance. This is his second semester in Accounting Club and his first semester serving on the Executive Board. On campus, he is involved in the Investment Portfolio Organization. In his free time, James enjoys drawing, listening to music, and playing games like Pokemon Playthroughs and Remnant.
The Co-Membership Chairs are in charge of maintaining and updating member attendance points as well as confirming dues payments. The Co-Membership Chairs also create professional workshops and events to help our members develop their professional skillset. These events include LinkedIn & Career Fair Workshops as well as a semesterly case competition.
DEVELOPMENT CHAIR
Abby Matern
Abby is a Junior at the Gies College of Business, and she is majoring in Accountancy + Data Science. This is her fourth semester being a part of Accounting Club and her third semester serving on the Executive Board, previously serving as a Co-Membership Chair and VP External. On campus, she is working a part-time job as a Lab Attendant at the BIF Success Lab. In her free time, Abby enjoys playing intramural volleyball and reading.
The Development Chair is responsible for coordinating the semester-long mentorship program and ensuring that all members are on track towards achieving their professional goals. In addition, the Development Chair is in-charge of overseeing the coffee chat program between the Executive Board and the active member body.
MARKETING CHAIR
Michelle Vasquez
Michelle is a Junior at the Gies College of Business, and she is majoring in Accountancy and Information Systems. This is fourth semester in Accounting Club and her second semester serving on the Executive Board, previously serving as the Public Relations Chair. She also served in the Accounting Club Marketing Committee. On campus, she is involved in Gies Ambassadors. In her free time, Michelle enjoys thrifting, watching shows/movies, and running.
The Marketing Chair is in charge of managing and updating the club's website each semester, designing apparel for our members, and creating corporate gifts for our corporate sponsors. The Marketing Chair is an important position.
PUBLIC RELATIONS CHAIR
ananya krishnan
Ananya is a Freshman at the Gies College of Business, and she is majoring in Accountancy. This is her second semester being apart of Accounting Club and her first semester serving on the Executive Board. On campus, she is actively involved in Society of Women in Business. She also works a part-time job at the Interlibrary Loan Department of the University Library. In her free time, Ananya enjoys cooking, reading, watching movies, and both playing and watching soccer.
The Public Relations Chair is responsible for spreading awareness for Accounting Club on campus and running the club’s Instagram (@uiucaccyclub). The PR Chair is in charge of posting reminders for upcoming events as well as promoting the club's membership involvement on social media. Additionally, the PR Chair takes photos at club events for social media use.
OPERATIONS CHAIR
Shruthi muthiah
Shruthi is a Freshman at the Gies College of Business, and she is majoring in Accountancy + Data Science. This is her second semester being apart of Accounting Club and her first semester serving on the Executive Board. On campus, she is actively involved in Society of Women in Business. In her free time, Shruthi enjoys traveling, baking, reading, and hanging out with friends.
The Operations Chair is responsible for ensuring that enough food and drinks are present for all club meetings and events. The Operations chair is also in charge of presenting gifts for our corporate sponsors after each professional event.