Your 2023-24 WTSA State Officers!
The WTSA State Officers hope to support all TSA students. Please use the email links below their photos to contact them with questions, or suggestions.
2023-24 WTSA State Officers
(left to right) President Peter Whitney, Davis HS, Tiana Dumitrescu, Tesla STEM HS, Rishitha Ravi, North Creek HS, Amalia Pham, Davis HS, Santiago Gonzalez-Corzo, Lynnwood HS, Luke Tanghal, Edmonds-Woodway HS
Past State Officers
Dozens of officer teams have led our organization. In addition, some Washington TSA members have been elected to serve as national officers. We’re grateful for their contributions!
Become a Washington TSA State Officer
Are you an outgoing, social, organized high school student? Are you willing and interested in stepping outside of your comfort zone? Can you lead by example, manage large groups of teens easily, and handle a crazy schedule while keeping your grades up and meeting your deadlines? Do you think that the Technology Student Association is the place for you to shine? If so, you are a perfect candidate for a WTSA state officer.
Meet the Officers
peter whitney, State President
Davis High School
Hi Washington TSA, I'm Peter Whitney, and I am your 2023-24 State President! This year I am a junior at AC Davis High School in Yakima. I am also going to be a part-time Running Start student at Yakima Valley College. I am really excited to get to meet you and work with you this year!
I joined TSA in the 6th grade, after finding out about TSA online. That year at the state conference, I competed in multiple events, including MS Flight. I fell in love with TSA and flight after that conference! Since then, I have competed in a multitude of other events, and currently compete in HS Flight Endurance, Extemporaneous Speech, and Problem Solving. When I was in my 8th grade year, I joined the State Officer Mentoring Program, and learned so much about being a state officer. I decided that I definitely wanted to be a state officer. However, I wasn't ready to run for office that year, so I participated in the program again the next year, and got elected.
Besides TSA, I swim for the YMCA in the fall and my high school in the winter. During the spring, I run track, doing the 400, 200, 4x400, 4x100, and maybe the 800 this year. If you ever want to get in contact with me or have any questions, you can email me at pwhitney@washingtontsa.org :) I can't wait to see you at some of our events this year!
tiana dumitrescu, Vice President
Tesla STEM High School
Hi Washington TSA, my name is Tiana Dumitrescu and I’m so excited to serve as your 2023-24 State Vice President! I attend Tesla STEM High School and am in my senior year of high school, marking my fourth year in TSA.
I became a TSA member in my freshman year, and over the past few years I’ve competed in a variety of events. From Video Production to CAD Architecture, I’ve explored an assortment of fields. Beyond that though, TSA is not only an organization to compete in, but a community that has allowed me to meet tons of students with similar interests and goals. Since joining, TSA has also pushed me to be the best version of myself, and I’ve grown and developed not only as a person but also as a leader.
Outside of TSA, an avid part of my life has been swimming. I’ve been swimming competitively since I was ten and have participated in both club and high school over the past few years. I also absolutely love to spend time teaching and working with younger kids, and have helped plan events to introduce elementary and middle schoolers to a variety of STEM related topics.
rishitha ravi, Secretary
North Creek High School
Hello Washington TSA! I’m Rishitha Ravi, and I’m your 2023-2024 State Secretary. As a senior at North Creek High School, this is my fourth year in TSA. I am deeply honored to be serving all of you this year.
I first joined TSA in my freshman year of high school, the year of the online State Conference. It was through TSA that I first pushed myself out of my comfort zone, deciding to try out Extemporaneous Speech. I’ve done that event every year since, and TSA has helped me explore many new avenues; after competing in Software Development and spending quite a lot of time on Stack Overflow, I truly discovered my dream to become a software engineer. Since then, I’ve also competed in Debating Technological Issues and Essays on Technology.
After two years in the State Officer Mentorship Program, I ran for state office to make an impact with my passion for TSA. I aim to support WTSA students in growing and realizing who they are—as collaborators, innovators, and leaders.
Other than TSA, I am also a part of FBLA and National Honor Society. I sing and play the violin and piano, love to read, and I’m a huge math nerd. Calculus has become an incredibly integral part of my life.
With TSA, I’ve learned that the sky’s not the limit. There’s always so much more room to explore, learn and grow. This year, I look forward to connecting with all of you and working with you to develop your STEM and professional skills. Best of luck, and have an incredible year!
amalia pham, Treasurer
AC Davis High School
Hi WTSA! My name is Amalia Pham, I am a sophomore at AC Davis High School and I am your 2023-2024 State Treasurer. I’m honored to be able to be a part of your state officer team and I am so excited to see and interact with you all during the year!
I have been a part of TSA for 5 years now, and the competitive events that I gravitate towards are Essays on Technology, Prepared Presentation, and Senior Solar Sprint. I started TSA in 6th grade as a recommendation from my CTE teacher who became my chapter advisor. I had no idea what TSA involved, but by the end of the year, I was waiting and counting the days until TSA would start again for the next year. I cannot begin to explain the atmosphere, the care, and the dedication that I admire so much that we have within this organization.
Besides TSA, I also participate in sports. I’ve been swimming since I was 6 years old, and now I swim for my high school. For me, swimming is also a hobby, something that I do to both recharge and relax. During the past school year, I also tried pole vaulting and am excited to do it again this year. I hope you all have an amazing year and have fun on your TSA journey!
santiago gonzalez-corzo, reporter
Lynnwood High School
Hello Washington TSA! My name is Santiago Gonzalez-Corzo and I am a Junior at Lynnwood High School. I'm honored to be your State Reporter for the 2023-2024 school year, and I can’t wait to serve you all at our many events! :)
I joined TSA in the 7th grade at Alderwood Middle school, and I immediately found an environment I could be myself in with the proper advisors supporting me. Going into High School, our TSA was drastically different and needed a revamp. I dedicated my sophomore year to growing and supporting Lynnwood TSA, and after quadrupling my chapters size, I knew I wanted to apply my strive and dedication at the state level.
In the school setting, I’m on the varsity tennis team, LHS Key Club Public Relations Officer, Edmonds School District student advisory committee member, and have been playing Alto Saxophone for 6 years.
Outside of school, I enjoy going to concerts, obsessing over music, geocaching, and skiing.
luke tanghal, sergeant-at-arms
Edmonds-Woodway High School
Hi Washington TSA, my name is Luke Tanghal and I am a Senior at Edmonds-Woodway High School. I am extremely honored to be your 2023-2024 State Sergeant-at-Arms!
This is my 5th year being involved in TSA. I first joined TSA in 8th grade after being told by a bunch of my friends how fun it was. Throughout my journey in TSA, I have come to love the community and really enjoy meeting new people at TSA events. I compete in events such as Architectural Design, Essays on Technology, and Technology Bowl.
In school, I am an IB (International Baccalaureate) full diploma candidate. I am also a part of my school’s National Honor Society chapter. Outside of school, I like to play video games, build Gundam model kits, and try new foods and activities.