EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Val Chen
President
He/Him/His
San Jose, CA
Val Chen is a fourth year transfer double majoring in Business Economics and Cognitive Science with a specialization in Design. Growing up amidst the cultural mosaic of the Bay Area, Val developed a profound appreciation for the richness of cultures and identities. Through this constant exposure to diversity, he cultivated a deep love for interacting with people and hopes that with every interaction, he leaves a positive and lasting impact on those around him.
With an insatiable curiosity and an ENFP spirit, Val is constantly in pursuit of his passions for business, design, and marketing. Inspired by his parents who each lead their own businesses, he hopes to integrate and merge these fields into his own future in entrepreneurship. His journey so far has led him through a variety of roles and experiences, each serving as a stepping stone towards growth and self improvement. Currently a project manager at a social media marketing startup, Val orchestrates the collaboration of writers, filmers, and editors to produce short form videos for social media personalities such as the AMP group, Michelle Kare, and LawByMike, as well as for brands like Yahoo, Jack in the Box, and Starbucks. However, no matter the role, Val continues to refine his craft and echo his mission statement of making those who came before him proud and inspiring those who will follow.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Val spends his free time returning to the very hobbies and interests that fostered his versatility through arts and crafts, video games, and discovering music. He believes that every genre, mood, and vibe deserves its own dedicated playlist, finding joy in curating his Spotify profile as if it were a carefully curated museum of sound or a musical diary that evolves with his experiences. Being in Alpha Kappa Psi has offered Val a broadened perspective on both the professional and social aspects of his life. He deeply appreciates the camaraderie he found within the fraternity and eagerly anticipates the opportunity to embark on more future adventures with his brothers.
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Vaibhav Bommisetty
VP of Membership
He/Him/His
Brookings, South Dakota
Vaibhav is a fourth year Data Science student at UC San Diego. Raised in South Dakota, Vaibhav was forced to slow down and appreciate the little details of life. His natural curiosity about the world sparked his interest in statistics and data science.
Data Science has been Vaibhav's main interest ever since his internship at the center of Chemistry at the Space-Time Limit, where he created algorithms to analyze raw spectra data. Vaibhav plans to use his Data Science abilities after graduation in the Bioinformatics field, specifically neurology and the science of decision-making.
In his free time, Vaibhav enjoys exploring diverse cultures through cooking. Utilizing spices from different regions of the world, he puts on a random R&B album and enjoys the process of cooking with a few brothers; this is his preferred way to wind down after a stressful day. You can catch him at World Market on his off-days, planning his next culinary adventure. While in La Jolla, Vaibhav hopes to spend more time at the beach, valuing its serene aura.
Travis Nguyen
VP of Administration
He/Him/His
Santa Ana, CA
Travis Nguyen is a second-year Computer Science student with a minor in Cognitive Science. Before college, he was unsure about what he wanted his career to be, but computer science stood out to him the most. Since he lacked experience with computer science prior to college, he made it his mission to explore a variety of fields related to computer science.
Travis hasn’t exactly determined the path he will take, but he narrowed down his options to technical product management, software engineering, and web development. Because he hasn’t focused on one area, he could explore different avenues and enjoy the culture associated with each. Ultimately, he wants to have a job that challenges him to learn more and help those in need to give back to the community.
In his free time, Travis enjoys playing video games and exploring new places, whether that be trying new foods or traveling to scenic views. He loves going on adventures with his friends to form new memories. He is a sweet tooth so he would take any opportunity to try a new dessert or drink, but he does have his limits. He rushed Alpha Kappa Psi because he wanted to have a community that focuses on professional development while building a supportive community. After joining, he formed many strong bonds that made him the person he is today.
Julia Ma
VP of Alumni Relations
She/Her/Hers
San Diego, CA
Julia is a fourth-year student with a Business Economics major and Data Science minor at UC San Diego. Being born and raised in San Diego, Julia appreciates the mood-boosting sunshine and the strong bonds she has with her family and friends. She holds a self-improvement mindset that is driven by risk-taking and hard work. She also values community and is grateful to Alpha Kappa Psi for giving her a second family and fostering her mental, social, and professional growth.
Professionally, Julia is looking for roles that can combine both Economics and Data Science, such as Business Analytics and Data Analytics. After taking an introductory Data Science course in her freshman year, she discovered a newfound interest in coding and using statistical analysis to solve practical challenges and problems. She has refined her analytical skills through her internship at Burlington Stores as a Planning & Allocations Analyst, where she evaluated sales KPIs, identified high-performing regions, and developed unit allocation strategies projected to drive $1 million in increased sales. While she is passionate about data-driven decision-making, she remains open to exploring different career paths within the business and tech industry.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Julia finds joy in fitness, indulging in skincare, and catching up with the latest animes and reality TV shows. She is interested in expanding her artistic hobbies and has currently taken on crocheting, dancing, and painting to express her creative side. With friends, she appreciates going on spontaneous late-night food runs to TEG, group studying at cafes, and dancing to music together. Becoming a part of Alpha Kappa Psi has provided Julia with the precious opportunity to connect and learn from a dynamic group of individuals spanning diverse backgrounds and fields. She is excited to continue her college journey alongside her newfound brothers.
Lily Le
VP of Business Development
She/Her/Hers
San Jose, CA
Lily Le is a second-year International Business major with a passion for consulting and business development. She values keeping an open mind, learning from diverse experiences, and building lasting relationships while giving back to the community.
With aspirations to pursue a career in consulting, Lily is currently exploring her specific interests within the field, including management, operations, and business development. Her passion for business was sparked by entrepreneurial ventures from a young age, such as selling baked goods and sneakers. She further developed her global perspective through her roles as Social Media Lead and Director of Finance at Project Exchange, a nonprofit digital exchange program connecting students worldwide. Previously, she interned in International Business Strategy and Marketing at Camal Td, a Singapore-based trading company. This upcoming summer, she will be a Fulfillment Area Manager Intern at Amazon.
In her free time, Lily enjoys discovering new matcha cafes and restaurants with friends, thrifting at vintage markets, going to the gym, and attending live concerts. She also embraces adventure, from skydiving to ziplining. The values of brotherhood and professionalism in AKPsi deeply resonate with her personal principles of honesty and loyalty. She is grateful for the lifelong relationships and community she has built in AKPsi and is excited for the opportunities ahead.
San Jose, CA
Pujan Tewari
VP of Finance
He/Him/His
Union City, CA
Pujan Tewari is a third year Economics major with a growing interest in data science. He values the importance of learning from previous mistakes. While pursuing a career in the business field, Pujan is still exploring his designated interests in the particular field. His interest within business stems from his first job at Shoe Palace as a Sales Associate. He realized how exciting sales and upselling was which also made him passionate about customer satisfaction. This experience made him realize that his career had to be centered around business, as it was thrilling.
In his free time, Pujan enjoys watching basketball, going to the gym, as well as hanging out with his friends. He often spends his time at the library where he consumes far too much caffeine. More than likely, wherever Pujan may be, he’s probably listening to music which consists of rap, rnb, and pop. As a business major, joining Alpha Kappa Psi was necessary for Pujan as he wanted to be in a community with motivated, like minded individuals who push each other to be the best version of themselves. He is forever grateful for the invaluable knowledge that he gained from the organization as well as the relationships that were built throughout his experience.
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Katie Lin
VP of Public Relations & Marketing
She/Her/Hers
San Gabriel, CA
Katie Lin is a fourth year majoring in Cognitive Science with a Specialization in Design and Interaction and minoring in Marketing. When she came to UCSD, she started as a General Biology major and explored the career path of becoming a researcher by working as a lab assistant. However, as she learned more about UI/UX Design and Product Design, her interest was heavily sparked, and she decided to shift the trajectory of her professional journey.
More specifically, Katie discovered her passion to utilize the combination of creativity and the design thinking process to enhance the user experience of individuals in their everyday lives. She hopes to become a UI/UX designer and looks forward to expanding her perspective by gaining more professional experience and intertwining design with an industry that she is passionate about.
During her free time, Katie loves to try out new delicious food and matcha places with friends, watch dramas and VCT, read manhwa, and attend concerts of her favorite artists. After switching majors, Katie decided to rush Alpha Kappa Psi to find a community where she could develop and gain professional support. She is thankful for the incredible memories that she has made within AKPsi and is ecstatic to create even more.
Jacob Su
VP of Brotherhood
He/Him/His
Camarillo, CA
Jacob is a second- year majoring in Global Health at Warren College, with a deep interest in nursing and medical management. Having grown up with a passion for helping others and inspired by the importance of healthcare in communities, Jacob is driven by a desire to make a positive impact in the world through compassionate care. His life-long goal is to contribute meaningfully to medical fields that directly improve patients' lives and their overall health outcomes.
Professionally, Jacob is focused on the intersection of health systems and patient care management. He constantly seeks out opportunities to expand his understanding of healthcare, and his curiosity fuels his exploration of innovative practices in nursing and medical management. His thoughtful approach, combined with a commitment to learning, prepares him to tackle the challenges of the evolving medical landscape.
Outside of his academic and professional interests, Jacob finds joy in surfing, video editing, and exploring new places. He values the balance between adventure and dedication to his studies, embracing every new experience as a way to grow both personally and professionally. Joining the healthcare field with a well-rounded perspective, Jacob looks forward to continuing his journey with excitement for what lies ahead.
VP of Judicial Affairs
Jessie Liu
She/Her/Hers
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Jessie is a fourth year in Sixth College studying Business Economics and minoring in Real Estate Development. From Vancouver, Canada, she moved to California for college to push herself out of her comfort zone. Eager to gain new experiences, cultivate new friendships, and grow professionally, San Diego has helped her explore all her curiosities. She is always open to learning new things and taking risky and impulsive but rewarding opportunities. Growing up in a business-oriented family, she looks forward to combining her problem solving intuitions and her love for social change.
Career wise, Jessie is interested in finding the intersectionality between her several passions. Having worked as a bus girl to starting her own organization, Boss-Up, she loves to give all of her interests a shot, even if she fails. Currently she is looking to further her intrest in Real Estate Development and Fashion. She hopes that whatever she commits to in the future will fuflfill not only her but the world she lives in.
VP of External Affairs
Michael Nam
He/Him/His
Los Alamitos, CA
Michael is a second-year Business Economics major pursuing a minor in Finance, passionately working towards his ambitions within the capital markets industry. With dedication and a thoughtful approach to his academic and professional journey, he consistently seeks meaningful growth through reflection and proactive learning from every experience.
Driven by his goal to excel in finance, Michael proactively engages with opportunities that sharpen his understanding of financial markets and investment strategies. His analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail have been demonstrated through internships, where he actively contributed to impactful projects and expanded his professional expertise.
Outside the academic sphere, Michael has cultivated a vibrant personal aesthetic rooted in jazz-inspired sophistication. Following this aesthetic, he finds enjoyment in curating a future home suited to his interior design tastes, reflective of his personality. One word to describe Michael is “explorative” as he finds delight in searching for the most-suited cafe, fragrance, playlist, etc.
Michael joined Alpha Kappa Psi to immerse himself in a community of ambitious individuals who inspire continuous growth, collaboration, and exposure to new, enriching experiences.