2020-21 Officer Biographies
Welcome to the Biography page for our 2020-2021 Academy of Finance Officers!**
Lexie Cheng
Bio: Hi, my name is Lexie Cheng and I am your 2020-21 Academy of Finance President. I am passionate about social entrepreneurship, business ethics, and fighting against the climate crisis impacting global communities.
Fun Fact: In my free time, I enjoy reading books, writing comedy bits, and listening to the "Philosophize This!" podcast.
Olivia Sieger
Bio: Hey there! I'm Olivia Sieger and I'm your Vice President. In college, I plan on majoring in architectural engineering with a possible minor in the business field, I'm not 100% sure yet. Although I'm more inclined to the STEM field, I believe that business and finance is meant for everyone. After all the world does run on businesses.
Fun Fact: One thing you may not know about me is that I can solve a Rubik's cube.
Chase Strawser
Bio: Hey, my name is Chase Strawser and I am your 2020-2021 Academy of Finance Secretary. I’m passionate about writing, sports, and film. I also swim and play lacrosse for Northwest. I’m excited to be a part of the Academy of Finance and help out new students!
Fun Fact: In my free time, I love watching movies and hanging out with friends!
James Nguyen
Bio: Hi, my name is James Nguyen and I am proud to be your Academy of Finance Treasurer! My interests include business management, investments, and philanthropy. I also enjoy playing video games, watching sports, and teaching myself new things.
Fun Fact: A fun fact about me is that I’ve been on TV twice.
Amalia Tavares Da Souza
Bio: Hello, my name is Amalia. I am your 2020-2021 Academy of Finance Social Media Manager. I have a passion for fashion and business.
Fun Fact: In my spare time, I enjoy watching movies and sketching out designs. Creating is always fun for me.
Evan Kim
Bio: Hi, my name is Evan Kim and I am your 2020-21 Academy of Finance Historian! I have been part of AOF since my freshman year and am passionate about social entrepreneurship and leadership.
Fun fact: In my free time I enjoy listening to podcasts and taking pictures!
Sienna Bridges (Cici)
Bio: Hi, my name is Sienna (Cici) and I am your Academy of Finance 2020-2021 Recruitment Manager! In college, I plan to major in Business Management and marketing, with a minor in interior design.
Fun Fact: I never go a day without music and I can tell how much time went by based on where I am at in the song.
Angie McGonigle
Bio: Hi, my name is Angie McGonigle, and I am your 2020-21 Academy of Finance Event Coordinator. I am interested in marketing, finance, and the inner workings of smaller businesses. This year, as an event coordinator, I'm working to put together fun activities for our participants that I can't wait to launch!
Fun Fact: In my spare time, I'm usually cheerleading or in the gym.
Elijah Thompson
Bio: Hey! I'm Elijah and I'm your 2020-21 Senior Alternate Officer for the Academy of Finance! I'm interested in finance and business, and in college, I plan on majoring in Business Administration Management with a focus on Marketing. I also enjoy learning new things and helping the community.
Fun Fact: I taught myself how to play the piano, love writing songs, and I made this website!
Daniela Pérez
Bio: Hello! I’m Daniela Pérez, your 2020-21 Senior Alternate Officer. In college, I plan to major in political science and my minor is yet to be decided, it’ll be something along the lines of finance or economics. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions or ideas regarding AOF. I plan on using my degree, network, and experience to better my community.
Fun Fact: I love the Baltimore Ravens
Kai Lee
Bio: Hi, my name is Kai Lee and I am a 2020-2021 Academy of Finance Senior Alternate Officer. I am passionate about economics and building a collaborative and supportive community.
Fun Fact: In my free time, I enjoy reading, swimming, playing both video and board games, playing basketball, and exploring technology.