Jylian is a senior at Hudson High School.  After serving as her chapter's Vice President of Community Service the past two years, she will be serving as president this year.  She has competed in Principles of Marketing, Automotive Services Marketing, Financial Services Team decision making, and School Based Enterprise at the district, state, and international level.  Her junior year she was recognized as a finalist for School Based Enterprise alongside two other HHS DECA members.  Outside of DECA, Jylian is on the swim team and manages for the boys swim team.

Max Jaeger is a Junior at Menomonie High School, where he serves as Menomonie DECA’s VP of Competitive Excellence. Max is one of two

District One Leadership Council Ambassadors. Max has qualified for SCDC both years and has attended ICDC both years as well. Outside of DECA, Max is a 4.0 student, involved in FCA, Global Scholars, and NHS. Max is a 3-sport athlete, playing football, basketball, and baseball. He is also a member of the WIAA Student Athlete Leadership Team. He enjoys golf, hanging out with friends, and spending time in the outdoors in his free time. 

Baylee, loves DECA because she has met so many new people from across the state and even country. It allows her to network with others and grow her ability to speak in front of people. She is very active outside at DECA as she has played softball since she was three and is a varsity pitcher for her high school team and plays a summer club team. During DECA she has taken 4th and 6th for two different projects as well as placing 2nd in districts two years in a row. 

Ruby is a very involved person, who is incredibly passionate about everything she takes part in. She is not only a three sport athlete, a member of more than five different organizations/clubs, but she is also class president, and partakes in higher level classes to challenge her academic abilities. Additionally, Ruby competes within the Miss America Organization, and has had the opportunity to win thousands in scholarships to put towards her future education. Wanting to be a future business owner, Ruby found a great love for DECA very quickly, and is so excited to go above and beyond as an LC Ambassador during this school year!

Ava is a junior at DeForest Area High School. She is incredibly passionate about all things DECA, however outside of DECA she also loves all things music, hanging out with her friends, or working on one of her many random hobbies throughout the year. Ava is her schools VP of Competitive Excellence as well as the Co- Manager of DeFo DECA’s Korner Store! She loves the connections she’s able to make with members not only with members of her own chapter, but also with members all across the organization! 

Vishnu is a senior at Waunakee High School. He has been a part of DECA for all four years of high school and has served as the president of his chapter for the last two years. He has competed at the district, state, and international levels. He loves DECA primarily for two reasons: the opportunity to network with people all over the world and the opportunity to chase the coveted DECA glass. Outside of DECA, Vishnu plays for Waunakee's tennis team and is involved in various clubs and organizations such as NHS, FBLA, etc.

Brady is a junior at Appleton East High School and is serving as Appleton East DECA's Co-President, with a focus on Business Partnerships. He joined DECA in 7th grade through his middle school chapter, and immediately wanted to become more involved. Through competition, Brady has been a finalist in his individual series as well as an ICDC qualifier for his group project. Outside of DECA, he is involved in soccer, swimming, track, and band. Brady is looking forward to serving as a District 4 Ambassador, and diving even deeper into what DECA has to offer!

Katherine is currently a senior at Kohler High School. She is involved in many of her school's activities, including but not limited to Key Club, NHS, Forensics, and Soccer. She is incredibly excited to be a returning Leadership Council member and a new District 4 ambassador. One of her favorite parts of competing in DECA is getting to use transferable skills from her other activities, such as improvisation, management, and critical thinking. She hopes this year she can make an impact not only on her own chapter as the VP of Career Development, but on her entire district. 

Aubrey is a junior and current Co-President of Arrowhead High School's DECA Chapter. This year, she is very excited to represent District 5 as an Ambassador, networking with the other ambassadors and highlighting the schools in District 5. In her third year of DECA, Aubrey is looking forward to competition this year along with working at Arrowhead's SBE. Her favorite DECA memory is bonding with chapter members at ICDC in Orlando last year. Outside of DECA, she participates in varsity tennis, mock trial, and NHS at her school and works at a local country club teaching tennis.

Carter Doberstein, a senior at Slinger High School, is passionate about all the opportunities DECA provides for leadership, growth, and connection. Serving in his second term as a District Five Ambassador, he is excited to continue representing high schools across Southeast Wisconsin and continue advocating his previous State Office campaign idea of "Together We Grow, Together We Lead."  One of Carter’s favorite DECA experiences has been attending ICDC, where he has built lasting friendships and strengthened his professional skills. Outside of DECA, Carter loves working as a Store Management Intern at Fleet Farm in West Bend and enjoys spending time outdoors, especially boating, fishing, and he is also extremely excited to spend many years in Florida after completing high school.

Dia Arora is a junior at Arrowhead High School and serves as a Wisconsin DECA District 5 Ambassador. Since joining DECA, she has earned top finishes at competitions, including 1st place in Principles of Marketing and 3rd place in Entrepreneurship, and was honored as Wisconsin DECA’s 2024-2025 Leadership Council Member of the Year. She loves DECA for the leadership opportunities, networking, and real-world business experience it provides. Outside of DECA, Dia is active in HOSA, Girl Up, and several other clubs, and enjoys volunteering, playing tennis, and running.

Amy is Senior at St. Francis High School and has been involved in DECA since her Sophomore year. She enjoys being part of DECA because it has given her so many opportunities, knowledge, and life long friendships! For the 2025-2026 school year she is serving as one of your District 6 Ambassadors! She is ecstatic to be part of the WI DECA Ambassador team! Outside of DECA, Amy is the founder of her own club called Heartfelt Cards. Heartfelt Cards is a Volunteer Club where members create cards for senior citizens in their community to bring joy and hopefulness! She is very passionate in helping and uplifting others:) In addition, Amy is also part of her schools Varsity Softball Team and loves creating hand painted banners for special occasions (she loves anything that involves art)!! 

Elise is a rising junior at Hamilton High School and serves as president of her DECA chapter. This will be her third year in DECA and she is truly grateful for the opportunities it has given her. Last year she was an international finalist in Marketing Communications and the State Champion for Business Operations Research. She is passionate about the challenges and growth DECA provides, but her favorite part is attending ICDC with friends. Outside of DECA, Elise is an engaged member of her community, volunteering at local art museums and working to promote inclusivity in elementary education. She is also a member of Student Council and a Student Ambassador. In her free time, she loves to travel and spend time with her friends, family, and dog. She can't wait to see what this upcoming season holds for everyone!

Emily is a senior at Brown Deer High School and has been actively involved in DECA for the past four years. Her love for DECA is reflected through her leadership within her chapter, where she previously served two terms as Vice President of Competition and now serves as Chapter President. Her biggest DECA accomplishment was winning first place in HTOR at SCDC 2025 and medaling in the same event at ICDC 2025. Emily’s passion for DECA stems from the many opportunities it provides to meet and connect with members from all around the world. Outside of DECA, she serves as the Media Specialist for Student Council and the Vice President of her school’s National Honor Society. In her spare time, she enjoys dancing, working on paint-by-numbers, and taking pictures with her friends. She is so excited for an awesome season ahead!

Talulah is a Junior at Badger High School and is beginning her third year in DECA, as well as her second year serving on Leadership Council. She currently serves as her chapter’s Vice President of Finance, where she helps manage budgeting, fundraising initiatives, and financial planning to support chapter growth. As a committed District 6 Leadership Ambassador, she is passionate about empowering emerging leaders. Outside of DECA, Talulah is actively involved in Student Council, Hope Squad, and NHS, and she volunteers with organizations such as Kisses From Friends and Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Through these roles, she demonstrates a strong dedication to service, collaboration, and community impact. She loves DECA for the incredible opportunities it provides, from professional development to meaningful connections, and values how the skills she gains translate across every field she hopes to pursue.