2026/2027 Executive Board
Here is some information about our current exec board!
Co-President
Andre Guerra Fernandez
Biomedical and Chemical Engineering • Class of 2027
Metals Process Engineering
Edwards Lifesciences
As Co-President, I oversee all chapter operations, manage our leadership team, and set the strategic direction for our organization. I'm excited to see how much SHPE will grow this year and I'm committed to making it a thriving community for all our members.
Co-President
Esther Casco
Computer Science • Class of 2027
Software Engineering Cypher Bridge Intern
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
As Co-President, I oversee our chapter's operations and work alongside our president to drive our organization forward. I'm really excited to collaborate with other organizations and watch our members develop into leaders within our community and beyond.
Vice President
Salet Machado
Aerospace Engineering • Class of 2029
Act as the primary operational assistant to the President and stepping in when necessary while overseeing internal committees.
Secretary
Alison Martinez
Systems Engineering • Class of 2029
As Secretary, I manage SHPE’s weekly newsletter, document important meeting notes and updates, and assist with scheduling events. I’m excited to help keep the chapter organized and ensure that everyone stays informed and connected throughout the year.
Treasurer
Eduardo Mendez-Anastasio
Mechanical Engineering • Class of 2028
Backcountry conservation work in southern Oregon wilderness
Siskiyou Mountain Club
Manage all finances of our chapter and work to earn us more for event and social activities!
Corp Relations
Andrew Wittman
Mechanical Engineering • Class of 2027
Cell Metrology Systems Design Engineering Intern
Tesla
As Corporate Relations Chair, I build and strengthen partnerships with companies to create valuable opportunities for SHPE members. I coordinate events like interview preps and professional networking while engaging sponsors to expand their involvement with our organization. My goal is to connect members with internships, career development, and mentorship opportunities that help them succeed professionally.
Corp Relations
Chris Valencia Ventura
Mechanical Engineering • Class of 2027
Undergraduate Researcher
WEARLab
As Corporate Relations Chair, I build and strengthen partnerships with companies to create meaningful connections for our SHPE members. I coordinate events like interview preps and professional networking sessions, and I'm focused on fostering long-term relationships with companies that will provide our members with career development, mentorship, and future opportunities.
Convention Chair
Daniel Velasquez Lemus
Mechanical Engineering • Class of 2028
Construction Intern
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
I oversee our Convention sponsorship applications and selections, then get to work preparing our members for one of the most exciting experiences of their time in the chapter. I'm passionate about helping our members grow professionally and making sure they have everything they need to make the most of this amazing opportunity!
Convention Chair
Jihad El-Amin III
Computer Engineering • Class of 2028
Machine Learning Intern
Adovate
Leading the application process and decisions for Convention sponsorship, as well as preparing sponsored members for Convention. Excited to help guide professional growth in our chapter members leading up to such an amazing opportunity!
Marketing Chair
Vladimir Palomo
Civil Engineering • Class of 2029
Onsite construction internship in DC
Dynamic Contracting Inc
As Marketing Chair, I manage all of our chapter's marketing efforts—creating flyers, posting on Instagram, sending emails, and building our overall brand presence to increase engagement and attendance at events.
Community Outreach
Hari M. Lesmes Porras
Electrical Engineering • Class of 2029
My role as Community Outreach is to connect our chapter with the Charlottesville community, local schools and organizations, and the broader SHPE community. I focus on creating opportunities for our members to serve the community while promoting STEM awareness & engagement to underrepresented students. I’m especially excited about building partnerships that expose younger students to engineering, create pathways for mentorship, and strengthen connections between our collegiate, regional and professional chapters, as well as the larger SHPE organization as a whole.
Social Chair
Adrian Celaya
Mechanical Engineering • Class of 2028
As Social Chair for SHPE, I’m basically in charge of helping plan and organize social events for our members. I work on creating opportunities for people to meet, build connections, and have fun outside of academics, while also helping strengthen the SHPE community.
Social Chair
Cristian Cardosa
Civil Engineering • Class of 2029
I make fun events to bring the community together
WebMaster
Roy Alcala
Computer Science • Class of 2027
Cybersecurity Consultant Intern
Ernst & Young
As the webmaster I am responsible for maintaining/updating the website. Stay tuned for any changes :)
Interested in Leadership?
SHPE UVA leadership positions are available to active members who want to make a difference in our community