2018-2019 State Officer Action Team
Each year voting delegates from each chapter elect officers into different positions. These officers meet once a month to talk about ways to improve DECA. They devote their time and energy to ensure that DECA will continue to run smoothly and enhance the DECA experience every year. If you are interested in running for office please visit the officer candidate page here.
New Jersey DECA currently has 7 members of the State Officer Action Team. They are:
President: Dana Schoolsky
Northern Region Vice President: Alexander Ruhl
Central Region Vice President: Nicholas Brophy
Southern Region Vice President: Olivia Lang
Vice President of Media: Hailey Imbisciani
Vice President of Public Relations: Stella Bayiokos
Recording Secretary: Dustin Rosenfeld
PRESIDENT
Dana Schoolsky
Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan
100 Central Ave
Old Tappan, NJ 07675
email: dana.schoolsky@tjo.nxw.mybluehost.me
@NJDECAPresDana
@danaschoolsky
Dana Schoolsky is excited and grateful to serve as your 2018-2019 New Jersey DECA State President. Dana is a senior at Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan and this year will be her third year in DECA. In her three years as an NJ DECA member, Dana participated in Principles of Finance and Entrepreneurship Series, qualifying as an ICDC finalist both years, though she greatly aspires to bring home the glass next year in Orlando. Also, Dana has served on her chapter’s executive board for the past two years, helping organize chapter-wide fundraisers and increase membership.
Outside of DECA, Dana is an active member in her school community. She participates in the All-School Musical Production and she is in numerous clubs ranging from “Save Our Planet Earth” club to investment club. Out of school, Dana plays the piano, works at a local café and at a children’s clothing boutique. Dana cannot wait for an incredible year full of opportunities and she most definitely is Ready For It! She is ecstatic to work with her team as well as all of NJ DECA members to make the 2018-2019 year unforgettable.
NORTHERN REGION VICE PRESIDENT
Alexander Ruhl
Ridgewood High School
627 East Ridgewood Avenue
Ridgewood, NJ 07451
email: alex.ruhl@tjo.nxw.mybluehost.me
@acr_11
@NJDECAVPAlex
Outside of DECA, Alex is on his high school’s varsity track and field team, Vice President of his class, and a member of National Honors Society. He was also on the National Economics Challenge team that placed first in NJ. In 2017 and 2018, Alex attended New Balance Outdoor Nationals, competing in the shuttle hurdle relay. Alex is also the Vice President of his class at Ridgewood High School. In 2014 and 2016, Alex traveled to Cambodia to provide supplies to Ridgewood High School’s sister school in Cambodia. Whenever Alex gets free time, he loves to spend time working on cars with his father and attending to his pet chickens. In college, Alex plans on majoring in engineering and business with the goal of starting his own business.
Alex is ecstatic to serve as NJ DECA’s NRVP and represent New Jersey DECA at ICDC. He can’t wait to connect with New Jersey DECA members at all levels of competition and on social media!
CENTRAL REGION VICE-PRESIDENT
Nicholas Brophy
Freehold High School
22 Robertsville Road
Freehold, NJ 07728
email: nick.brophy@tjo.nxw.mybluehost.me
Nicholas (Nick) Brophy is thrilled and honored to serve as your 2018-2019 Central Region Vice President! Nick is a senior at Freehold High School and has been a member of DECA for the last three years. Last year, Nick served as his chapter’s Vice President Of Career Development, and thus had to teach new members about DECA while also preparing them for competition. Nick has competed in the Marketing Communications Series at 2 regional conferences, 2 state conferences, and attended the International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
Beyond DECA, Nick is extremely focused on his academics and extracurriculars. He is involved in both the National Honor Society and Italian Honors Society. He is also a member of Lead For Diversity, a club of upperclassmen that serve as role models throughout the school community. During the school year, Nick plays soccer for his school team. On the weekends, he enjoys working at Pump It Up, a kids’ birthday party place. Nick loves to eat popcorn and watch Netflix during his free time. He spends his summers traveling, eating plenty of ice cream, and spending as much time as possible with family and friends.
Nick is extremely ecstatic to serve with the other officers on New Jersey DECA’s State Action Team, and is equally as eager to meet people from all over New Jersey. Please feel free to contact Nick with any questions, comments, or concerns over how he can help in making this year one to remember!
SOUTHERN REGION VICE PRESIDENT
Olivia Lang
Cherry Hill West High School
2101 Chapel Ave
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
email: olivia.lang@tjo.nxw.mybluehost.me
@NJDECAVPOlivia
@oliviaalaang
Olivia Lang is honored and SUPER excited to be serving as your 2018-2019 Southern Region Vice President. Olivia is a senior at Cherry Hill High School West and has been a member of DECA for all of her high school career. She competed in Principles of Business Management and Administration her freshman year and has competed in Automotives Service Marketing ever since. She is a 3 time state qualifier, and last year she qualified for ICDC in Atlanta, Georgia. She has also been involved with her school chapter where she deals with fundraising and finances. She believes that DECA has provided her with so many learning experiences and opportunities, and she wants as many students as possible to join DECA and see all the amazing things it has to offer.
Aside from DECA, Olivia is an involved student who focuses on academics as well as extracurricular activities. She is currently on the executive board for her class government and is an active member in the National Honor Society and Peer Leaders. Olivia also is a 4-year varsity cheerleader, and has been the captain for the past 2 years. She manages her school’s swim team, participates on the Mock Trial team, and is part of the Community Service Club.
Outside of school, she works at the AMC movie theatre where she can eat an ungodly amount of popcorn. In her free time, she volunteers as an assistant coach for her town cheerleading organization which she has been a part of since she was 6. On top of that, she loves music and is always blasting songs or talking about concerts.
Olivia is thrilled to be on Team 58 and cannot wait to meet all the NJ DECA members she can. She is ready to work with her region and be NJ DECA BOLD. Feel free to contact her with any questions or concerns and she will make sure to get back to you and make this year the best it can be!
RECORDING SECRETARY
Dustin Rosenfeld
Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest
150 Knickerbocker Rd
Demarest, NJ 07627
email: dustin.rosenfeld@tjo.nxw.mybluehost.me
@NJDECADustin
@dustinrosenfeld
Dustin Rosenfeld is honored and excited to serve New Jersey DECA as your 2018-2019 State Recording Secretary. Dustin is currently a senior at Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest, and he has been involved with DECA for most of his high school career. During his junior and senior years, he served as president of his chapter at Northern Valley Demarest, taking great pride in his chapter’s growth and success. Dustin began his DECA career during his sophomore year when he competed in Accounting Applications to become the first member in his chapter’s history to qualify for ICDC. Since his first year in DECA, he has competed in the Accounting Applications category, winning a silver medal at the 2018 ICDC in Atlanta, Georgia. Dustin’s competition and leadership experience through DECA has helped develop his confidence, ability to communicate, and enthusiasm to lead, and for that, he is extremely grateful.
Dustin embraces all of the opportunities his school has to offer; Dustin maintains a curriculum of honors and AP classes, and his education is a priority. Beyond his rigorous course-load, he has served as the Publicity Chair for his Varsity Debate team and the President for his local DECA chapter. Outside school hours, Dustin has founded and operates a nonprofit organization called tie1on. The organization seeks to collect neckties for men in need in order to promote their dignity, self-confidence, and self-worth through their professional attire. Dustin spends his summers at sleepaway camp in the Poconos and his school-year hanging out with friends, playing video games, and trying new restaurants.
Dustin is ecstatic to serve on New Jersey DECA’s State Officer Action Team this year! He’s excited to meet all of you, so don’t be afraid to reach out to him! With your support, Dustin will make sure this year is the best it can be!
VICE PRESIDENT OF MEDIA
Hailey Imbasciani
Lakeland Regional High School
205 Conklintown Rd
Wanaque, NJ 07465
email: hailey.imbasciani@tjo.nxw.mybluehost.me
@NJDECAVPHailey
@haileyimbas
Hailey Imbasciani has worked extremely hard for the position of NJ DECA Vice President of Media. After running for the first time her sophomore year and not earning the position her love for DECA and the desired position was put to the test. Though many might say she failed her first attempt she looks back on her experience as another skill learned and a stepping stone to her successful run the following year. Her experiences through DECA have taught her to not let anything stand in her way and to remain resilient even through the toughest times. So, to say the least, Hailey Imbasciani is ecstatic to be serving as your NJ DECA 2018-2019 Vice President of Media.
Hailey’s high school experiences have prepared her for this journey. This is Hailey’s fourth year as a DECA member; she has participated in the state conference for all four years of her membership and has attended the national conference the past two years. Additionally, this will be her third year representing NJ DECA as a national voting delegate at ICDC. Within her high school’s DECA chapter she has held several leadership positions serving as a chapter officer assisting members with preparing for their role plays and increasing membership.
Beyond DECA Hailey has been President of her class for all of her high school career, holds the position of Founder and president of the fashion club at her school, and is actively involved and holds leadership positions in National Honor Society, Business Honor Society, Chemistry club, Speak with a peer (SWAP), Student Council, Student body representative on the PTA and Yoga club. In addition to these Hailey enjoys giving back to the community through other extracurriculars she is heavily involved in such as Leaders Encouraging Adolescent Progress (LEAP), and the outreach programs she participates in through National Honor Society. Outside of school her freshman year Hailey interned with Capezio as a social media consultant. She says that working for a corporate company at such a young age really opened her eyes to the world of business and the endless possibilities it offers. When Hailey has some downtime she enjoys shopping, seeking the latest fashion trends, traveling to various places (her favorite being Italy and France) and baking.
Overall, Hailey cannot wait to serve as your 2018-2019 NJ DECA Vice President of Media and to meet and connect with as many members as possible. If you have any questions, comments or just want to talk feel free to reach out!
VICE PRESIDENT OF PUBLIC RELATIONS
Stella Bayiokos
Indian Hills High School
97 Yawpo Avenue
Oakland, NJ 07436
email: stella.bayiokos@tjo.nxw.mybluehost.me
@NJDECAVPStella
@stella.bayiokos17
Stella Bayiokos is honored and proud to serve as your 2018-2019 Vice President of Public Relations. Stella is a senior at Indian Hills High School and is in her fourth year of DECA. Stella has served as her chapter’s Director of Marketing, and Vice President of Chapter Campaigns. As a member of DECA, Stella has attended 3 district conferences, 2 state conferences, and ICDC in Atlanta, Georgia. Her past credentials have allowed Stella to become an effective state officer by bringing creativity, innovation, and passion in NJ DECA.
Aside from DECA, Stella is also very active within her school and community. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Math Club, Environmental Club, Science League, and a Heroes & Cool Kids mentor. She enjoys giving back to the community through her church’s youth group and volunteers at her local hospital. During her summers, she loves to travel and give back to those in need. She has traveled to the Dominican Republic to volunteer at local hospitals and visit orphans.
In her free time, Stella enjoys playing volleyball and hanging out with friends. Stella’s main goals include making DECA enjoyable, intriguing, and fun! Overall, she is super ecstatic to be working with a great state officer team and getting to know all of NJ DECA! She knows you will be #NJDECABOLD! Please feel free to contact her with any questions or concerns.