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Mr. Lockamon
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
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
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
Mrs. Mukhopadhyay
Mrs. Mukhopadhyay
10 Years Teaching
8 Years in Business
Towards the second half of 2014, I transitioned to my role as an educator by profession to contribute to building the future of our society. Prior to that, I have worked in business for eight successful years with corporations such as Dell EMC, Amazon, and Virtusa. I am a C-level certified German Language Specialist and have taught across Asia (India) and Europe (Germany). Teaching is my passion. Additionally, I travel abundantly, I garden, and I love to read.
Contact: dmukhopadhyay@wcpss.net
Presidents
Presidents
Saanvi Muley
Co-President
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory has to be ICDC '24 in California! I had the chance to meet so many people across the world, and it was so fun pin trading with them!"
Contact: smuley@students.wcpss.net
Krishna Kasuganti
Co-President
3 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory would be ICDC this year. It was really fun, and watching so many PC DECA students place was amazing."
Contact: kkasuganti@students.wcpss.net
Operations
Operations
Radha Acharya
Vice President of Operations
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory is ICDC 2025 because I enjoyed going to Universal with all my friends and networking with people from all around the world!"
Contact: rlacharya@students.wcpss.net
Andrea Stouder
Logistics Director
3 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory was competing at ICDC this year and going to Universal. It was also so fun to meet people from all around the world and trade pins."
Prisha Shah
Membership & Strategic Planning Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory would definitely have to be my very first CDC in 9th grade!"
Avni Valati
Mentor Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory was attending States freshman year! It was my first time presenting, and I loved the energy, meeting new people, and discovering my passion for business."
Career Development
Career Development
Aayush Karwande
Vice President of Career Development (Written Events)
3 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory is definitely ICDC ‘24 in Anaheim, CA. The atmosphere was really nice, and it was a huge learning and networking experience for me."
Contact: adkarwande@students.wcpss.net
Abhinav Nigam
Vice President of Career Development (Roleplay & Testing)
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory is definitely attending ICDC ‘24 in Anaheim. Meeting people from across the world and hanging out with my friends was a great experience!"
Contact: anigam2@students.wcpss.net
Tanisha Sajjan
Exam Readiness Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory is CDC '25. I loved meeting people from different schools across NC and walking around the mall with my friends. "
Ishaanvi Jain
Roleplay & Selling Events Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA Memory is for sure my first experience at states and going to the award ceremony with my friends."
Aneesh Pudipeddi
Entrepreneurship Events Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory was competing at CDC ‘25 with my partner. It was an unforgettable experience filled with teamwork, learning, and connecting with new people from across the state."
Naisha Saxena
Project Management Events Director
3 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory was definitely pin trading with DECA members from all over the world and placing at ICDC this year!"
Niyant Kumar
Integrated Marketing Events Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory was when me and my friends went on the Velocicoaster at Universal during ICDC 2025."
Neeraj Sivashankar
Operations Events Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory was ICDC in California last year. Everything from pin trading to riding the Incredicoaster made it an unforgettable experience."
Marketing
Marketing
Aashi Potdar
Vice President of Marketing
3 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memories would have to be during pin trading at ICDC, both in Anaheim and Orlando, since I got to meet so many cool people from across the globe!"
Contact: apotdar@students.wcpss.net
Rohan Chellani
Digital Media Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory was going to ICDC in my freshman year and watching the light show."
Aria Puranik
Digital Media Director
1 Year in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory would have to be CDC ‘25. I learned so much about business as a whole and had the best time with my friends!"
Leadership
Leadership
Divya Kothapalli
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: dlkothapalli@students.wcpss.net
Arnav Chauhan
Alumni & Community Alliance Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory is ICDC in Orlando this past year because I loved meeting tons of new people from around the world!"
Armaan Dadhania
Campaigns and Challenges Director
1 Year in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory was competing at CDC this year. I enjoyed spending time with friends and networking with people around the state."
Hadi Niazi
Campaigns and Challenges Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory would be ICDC '24 in Anaheim. It was super fun competing and networking with others while going to attractions like Disney with my friends."
Hospitality
Hospitality
Maahi Chotaliya
Vice President of Hospitality
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory would have to be CDC 2025. States was such a fun and unforgettable experience!"
Contact: mvchotaliya@students.wcpss.net
Leah Tang
Member Experience Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory is always getting Wingstop late at night and having fun with my friends at the parks!"
Udita Gudla
Member Experience Director
3 Years in DECA
"My favorite deca memory was going to ICDC last year. I loved being able to meet new people and make new memories with my friends. "
Adithya Gottimukkala
Member Experience Director
2 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory would be attending ICDC ‘24 in Anaheim. The environment was great, and I really enjoyed competing and networking with everyone."
Finance
Finance
Teja Aremanda
Vice President of Finance
3 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory is going to Universal Studios Orlando my freshman year. Even though it was raining, I still made many new friends and went on some fun rides!"
Contact: taremanda@students.wcpss.net
Arnav Nawal
Accounting Director
3 Years in DECA
"My favorite DECA memory is ICDC 2025 because I enjoyed going on the rides in Universal with my friends!"
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