2025-26 State Executive Officers
Rishab Suresh, President
Hey everyone! My name is Rishab Suresh, and I am both proud and excited to be your Florida BPA State President. I am currently a senior at Seminole High School, enrolled in the IB Program. This year, I am honored to be part of such a cohesive team, and make it even better than the last. I plan to incorporate my own lighthearted goofy approach we aim to create the best experience for you all!
Outside of BPA, I participate in Model UN and Tae Kwon Do, and a little fun fact about me is I love anime a lot even even decided to write my IB Research paper on one! Now for these past 2 years I have been advocating to “Stay Fresh with Suresh” so here's to a fantastic year together!
Michael Zhu, Vice President
My name is Michael Zhu, and I’m super excited to Florida BPA State Vice President. I’m currently an IB Senior at Seminole High School. I can’t wait for what’s ahead and can’t wait to create the best experience for you all in both professional and marvelous ways. In my free time, I play soccer for both my club and school team, which has been a huge part of my life and something I’m really passionate about. Of course, outside of sports, I have other hobbies, including fragrance collecting and discussing anime hot takes with Rishab. Anyway, I look forward to meeting you all and to continue Dropping the Mic with Michael.
Ritu Mehta, Secretary
Hello everyone! My name is Ritu Mehta, and I'm honored to serve as your State Secretary for Florida Business Professionals of America this year. I'm a sophomore in the IB program and have been involved in BPA for two years. As a chapter officer, I've grown as a leader and developed organizational skills that I'm excited to bring to the state level. My passion for BPA comes from the growth and connections I've experienced through the organization. I'm looking forward to giving back by amplifying members' voices, strengthening engagement, and expanding opportunities for all. Outside of BPA, I'm involved in Model UN and HOSA, and in my free time, I enjoy baking, playing tennis, and spending time with friends and family. I can't wait for everything ahead at SLC 26', and if you have any questions or ideas, I'd love to hear them. I always enjoy connecting with members, so don't hesitate to reach out!
Vani Gosine, Treasurer
My name is Vani Gosine, and I am honored to serve as the Florida BPA State Treasurer. I am also the Secretary of my BPA chapter at Charles W. Flanagan High School. As a junior, this marks my second year as a BPA member, and throughout my journey, I have gained invaluable experience in leadership, skill-building, and collaboration. BPA has become more than just an organization to me. It is a community that fosters both personal and professional growth. I am most excited about the opportunity to highlight the achievements and impact of BPA while helping members discover the diverse career paths the organization offers. BPA provides students with hands-on experiences, competitions, and networking opportunities that prepare them for future success. I look forward to using my role as State Historian to showcase our members’ accomplishments and further engage students across Florida in all that BPA has to offer. Outside of BPA, I am actively involved in National Honor Society, Debate, Student Government, and Key Club. I am passionate about leadership, community service, and helping my peers succeed. In my free time, I love reading romance novels. I cannot wait to contribute to the success of Florida BPA and make this year an unforgettable experience for all members.
Jakayla Charles, Historian
My name is Jakayla Charles and I am BPA’s new State Historian. As a student at Atlantic Technical High School, I am determined to work toward my goals whether extracurricular or academic. Although this is my first year in BPA, it has already had a significant impact on my relationships and interpersonal skills. I chose to be a part of BPA’s state officer team because I want to help fellow members grow and prepare for the business professional world. Outside of academics, I enjoy listening to R&B music and watching TV shows. Overall I’m excited about the growth that my fellow members and I will make this year!
