Leadership Team

Mr. Lockamon

5 Years Teaching

8 Years in Business

Mr. Lockamon has been a member of the Panther Creek High School faculty since 2022 and currently serves as a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Marketing teacher and advisor for Panther Creek DECA. Prior to teaching, he worked in accounting with Wake County Public Schools and gained entrepreneurial experience through operating a social media consulting firm and an online plant business.

In the classroom, Mr. Lockamon emphasizes the development of critical thinking, leadership, and career readiness skills. He is committed to providing students with meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities that connect academic concepts to real-world business applications.

As Panther Creek’s DECA advisor, Mr. Lockamon supports students in achieving success through leadership development, competitive events, and career exploration. He is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and engaging environment where all members can grow personally and professionally.

Outside of school, Mr. Lockamon enjoys horticulture and spending time outdoors with his beagle.

Contact: olockamon@wcpss.net

Mrs. Washington

8 Years Teaching

8 Years in Business

Hi there! I am Shekevia Washington. I have been in the role of an educator for the past 8 years. I enjoy inspiring and guiding students toward success. After six years in the classroom, I transitioned into my current role as the Career Development Coordinator, where I help students discover their passions and create pathways to achieve their academic, personal, and professional goals. During the summer, I work as a teaching assistant for the Duke Pre-College Program, supporting high school students in enriching academic experiences. Outside of work, I like staying active, experimenting in the kitchen, and spending quality time with my family. I also love participating and supporting community events in the Triangle area.

Contact: swashington5@wcpss.net

Ms. Barcal

3 Years Teaching

8 Years in Business

Prior to teaching, I worked in Human Resources in the Finance/Accounting industry, running student and internship programs, as well as some time working in higher education. I have a BBA in Human Resource Management and Marketing, as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA). A highlight of my career was getting to live and work abroad in Australia. I decided to move into teaching because I wanted to make a difference in our community and inspire our future business leaders. In my spare time, I enjoy being with my family, baking, and traveling.

Contact: tbarcal@wcpss.net

Presidents

Rohan Chellani

Co-President

3 Years in DECA

I love that Panther Creek DECA has such a large community. Despite being in the club for three years, I am still learning new names, seeing new faces, and meeting new people every day!

Contact: rrchellani2@students.wcpss.net

Prisha Shah

Co-President

3 Years in DECA

I love the way PC DECA cultivates leadership among its members and connects like-minded individuals.

Contact: pmshah@students.wcpss.net

Marketing

Aria Puranik

Vice President of Marketing

2 Years in DECA

I love how PC DECA takes people from different backgrounds and interests and gives them a place to grow professionally. The balance of ambition and support is what really makes this club special.

Contact: aapuranik@students.wcpss.net

Nidhi Sivashankar

Digital Media Director

3 Years in DECA

What I love most about DECA is the incredible support within our chapter. Every member feels valued and included, regardless of their experience level or competition results.

Sanjitha Bethanaboina

Digital Media Director

2 Years in DECA

I love the community that pc deca provides and its ability to bring people together!

Ganesh Nataraja

Digital Media Director

1 Year in DECA

I love PC DECA because it's so fun to travel to conferences and celebrate winning with my friends.

Career Development

Neeraj Sivashankar

Vice President of Career Development (Written Events)

3 Years in DECA

I love PC DECA because our chapter actively creates opportunities for members to network, helping everyone build meaningful connections and grow both personally and professionally.

Contact: nsivashankar@students.wcpss.net

Aneesh Pudipeddi

Vice President of Career Development (Roleplay & Testing)

3 Years in DECA

I love being a part of PC DECA because it allows me to further my passion for business, entrepreneurship, and leadership while working alongside ambitious, like-minded students.

Contact: alpudipeddi@students.wcpss.nett

Victor Turbes

Exam Readiness Director

2 Years in DECA

I love PC DECA because it’s a community of extremely bright and competitive people that push me to do better year after year.

Shrihan Bodla

Roleplay & Selling Events Director

2 Years in DECA

I love that PC DECA fosters a super welcoming community and supportive environment where everyone truly cares about the club.

Amogh Gotaparthy

Entrepreneurship Events Director

2 Years in DECA

I love that DECA is more then just a club where you can compete. Its a club where you can develop your self as a person and make memories of a lifetime.

Yash Jain

Project Management Events Director

2 Years in DECA

Some of the things I love about PC DECA are the opportunities to connect with others who are interested in the same fields as me. I also love how competitive the events are at state and national levels.

Kavish Gupta

Integrated Marketing Events Director

2 Years in DECA

The support I get from my friends and hanging out with them after competition.

Charani Veeramachaneni

Operations Events Director

3 Years in DECA

I love how PC DECA makes every workshop and event a memorable experience for its members while also pushing them to grow professionally.

Operations

X Years in DECA

Contact: X

Mohith Mallarapu

Data Management Director

2 Years in DECA

I love competing with my friends and becoming a better speaker.

Sanvi Vattikuti

Membership & Strategic Planning Director

2 Years in DECA

I love PC DECA’s energy and drive!

Leadership

Armaan Dadhania

Vice President of Leadership

2 Years in DECA

"My favorite DECA memory is definitely running around Universal this year at ICDC! It was so much fun to get to know other chapter members and ride a bunch of super cool rides."

Contact: asdadhania@students.wcpss.net

Abhinav Nigam

Alumni & Community Alliance Director

2 Years in DECA

PC DECA has been a changing club throughout my years, but what has remained constant is the consistent community and culture for success among all the members. That is something I love and hope stays for years to come.

Vivaan Parikh

Campaigns and Challenges Director

1 Year in DECA

What I love about PC DECA is how it allows you to take business, management, and leadership concepts and lets you apply them to real world scenarios.

Shravan Ramesh

Campaigns and Challenges Director

2 Years in DECA

I love PC DECA because of its diverse community, where students with different interests, backgrounds, and talents come together to learn and grow. It creates an environment that is welcoming, supportive, and full of opportunities to collaborate with others.

Hospitality + Finance

Vice President of Hospitality + Finance

X Years in DECA

Contact: x

Arnav Muley

Member Experience Director

1 Year in DECA

I love how despite Panther Creek DECA being so large, it still feels like a close-knit community where it’s easy to build meaningful connections with the people around you.

Ishaanvi Jain

Accounting Director

3 Years in DECA

I love that PC DECA provides a competitive yet fun environment for everyone to experience with their friends!

Arjun Shankardas

Program Materials

1 Year in DECA

I love PC DECA because it gives me a chance to grow as a leader, compete, and build real business skills. I also like the supportive community and being around motivated people.

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