2025-2026 South Carolina
Chartered Association Officer Team
President
Amare teel
What’s up, South Carolina DECA! I’m Amare Teel, and I am beyond excited to serve as your 2025-2026 State President! I’m a rising senior at Aynor High School, heading into my fourth year in DECA, and I can’t wait to see everything we accomplish together. Outside of DECA, I’m involved in Student Council, Spanish Club, Anchor Club, Key Club, Beta Club, National Honor Society, and Advanced Show Choir. I also love spending time with friends and family, shopping, and working as a server at a local restaurant. This year, my goal is to support every member of South Carolina DECA and help create opportunities for growth. Together, we’ll exceed goals and make an impact. I can’t wait to watch all of you grow and see what we accomplish as a team! If you have any questions or just want to say hey, feel free to reach out. DM me on Instagram @scdeca_amare. Let’s GO THE EXTRA and make this our best year yet!
Vice president of career development
Pranavi mancham
Hi South Carolina DECA! I’m Pranavi Mancham, and I’m beyond excited to be serving as your 2025-2026 VP of Career Development! I’m a rising senior at River Bluff High School, where I previously served as the VP of Service for my chapter. Beyond DECA, I’m serve on the leadership team for my school’s Beta Club and Juniorettes. love traveling with my family and friends, reading and writing, and sometimes cooking for my family. This year, I’m most excited to build the confidence of our members both in and outside of our competitive events and prepare our members to be leaders! Feel free to send me a DM anytime on Instagram (@scdeca_pranavi)!
VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE
Campbell Ayers
Hi, South Carolina DECA! My name is Campbell Ayers, and I am thrilled to serve as your 2025-2026 Vice President of Finance! I am a rising senior at Fort Mill High School, and this is my second year in DECA. I’m incredibly honored to be part of this year’s officer team and can’t wait to see all that South Carolina DECA will accomplish. Outside of DECA, I am involved in my school’s BETA Club, Honors Club, and Women on Wall Street, and I also enjoy pottery. This year, I hope to establish more scholarship opportunities and develop a more comprehensive fundraising guide for all chapters. In the future, I plan to study applied statistics in college and pursue a career in a company’s financial department. Stay tuned for updates by following me on Instagram @scdeca_campbell
VICE PRESIDENT OF Leadership
Connor McDaniel
What’s up, South Carolina DECA! I'm Connor McDaniel, and I am absolutely thrilled to serve as your 2025-2026 VP of Leadership! I’m a rising junior at Floyd D. Johnson Technology Center, heading into my third year in DECA, and I can’t wait to see everything we accomplish together. Outside of DECA, I’m involved in Student Council, HOSA, FCA, Tennis, Ambassadors, and National History Club. I also enjoy spending quality time with friends and family, cooking, and soaking up the sun on the water during the summer. As your VP of Leadership, my goal is to empower DECA members through innovative leadership, engaging career-building events, and meaningful community service opportunities. I’m committed to helping you grow as leaders, make valuable connections, and GO THE EXTRA with DECA! If you ever have any questions or just want to chat, don’t hesitate to reach out—DM me on Instagram @scdeca_connor. Let’s make this year one to remember!
VICE PRESIDENT OF marketing
francesca goggans
Hi, South Carolina DECA! My name is Francesca Goggans, and I am so excited to serve as your 2025-2026 Vice President of Marketing! I am a rising senior at Fort Mill High School, and this is my second year in DECA. I’m incredibly honored to be part of this year’s officer team and can’t wait to see all that South Carolina DECA will accomplish! Outside of DECA, I am involved in my school’s BETA Club, Varsity Swim Team, and Women on Wall Street. I also enjoy snowboarding and working as a summer league swim coach. This year, I look forward to connecting, collaborating, and celebrating with our members.In the future, I plan to study marketing in college and pursue it as a career. Stay tuned for updates by following me on Instagram! @scdeca_francesca
VICE PRESIDENT OF hospitality
Lauren kim
Hello South Carolina DECA! I’m Lauren Kim, and I am thrilled to serve as your 2025-2026 Vice President of Hospitality! I’m currently a rising senior at River Bluff High School, and I am so excited to be heading into my fourth year in DECA. Outside of DECA, I’m involved in Varsity Tennis, Student Council, Environmental Club, BETA Club, Korean Club, HOSA, National Honor Society, and my Nonprofit Organization. I also love creating social media content, trying new things, hanging out with my friends, listening to music, and traveling. For the upcoming year, I aim to increase membership, establish new chapters across South Carolina, and strengthen our DECA community. I hope to connect with all of you and make this year the best yet! Feel free to DM me on Instagram (@scdeca_lauren) if you have any questions— Let’s Go The Extra together!