MAISS Executive Board 2020 - 2021
As the MAISS Executive Board, we are committed to providing students who are interested in business and technology the resources and opportunities necessary to succeed. Learn more about us below and feel to contact any one of us if you ever have any questions, ideas, or concerns!
Le An Pham President Major: Business Administration Year: 3rd Hometown: San Marcos, CA |
Industry of Interest:
Brand Marketing in Tech Industry Internship Experience: United Exchange Corp - Marketing and Product Development Intern Sunwest Bank - Marketing Intern M.A.B. Digital Marketing Agency Digital - SEO Intern Polar Holidays - Marketing Intern UCI - Marketing Intern International Student Excellence Programs Other Club Involvements: Circle K Membership Development and Relations Chair Square One Dance Project Member Lambda Phi Nu Marketing Director and Chief Information Officer Why MAISS: I joined MAISS because as a Business Administration student, I wanted to develop my technical abilities needed in a digitally driven world. By improving my own hard skills in this organization, I felt like I was embodying the goal of MAISS which is to bridge together the business and tech communities. In addition, the people I've met in this club have all been extremely motivating and have become friends I can rely on for both personal and professional growth. Fun Facts: I used to have a French passport In high school I was able to jump into my splits |
Derek Chang Executive Vice President Major: Computer Science Year: 2nd Hometown: Irvine, CA |
Industry of Interest:
Software Development Data Analytics Internship Experience: KIGT - Software Engineer Intern Other Club Involvements: Delta Sigma Pi CodePath - UCI Why MAISS: I chose to invest time into MAISS because of the people surrounding the organization. During the Fall quarter of my first year, I discovered that MAISS was comprised of driven, inclusive, and radiant individuals whom I would later call my good friends. I received a lot from MAISS, and I've grown both professionally and personally from my interactions with others. Additionally, I was able to connect with more of the campus through MAISS by having a group that was already familiar with the campus and well versed in its opportunities. Fun Facts: I can eat an absurd amount of pho I chose a cat over a phone in high school I love cooking I caught my wok on fire immediately after I bought it |
Matthew Nagata VP of Finance Major: Business Administration Year: 3rd Hometown: Cerritos, CA |
Industry of Interest:
Consulting Internship Experience: Bear Street Holdings - Management Intern Hotel Current - Research Intern South Bronx Educational Foundation - Counseling Intern Other Club Involvements: Lambda Phi Nu Antleader Mentorship Program Why MAISS: To me, MAISS has a community like no other at UCI. Due to its unique nature of bridging the tech and business sectors, I have been able to step out of my comfort zone to explore different career paths and driven individuals. MAISS goes beyond the confines of professionalism, and I appreciate their commitment to creating a tight knit family. I can confidently say this community is one that I will remember after graduating! Throughout this upcoming year, I look forward to making many great memories and cherishable moments with this organization! Fun Facts: Broke a wall with my head I can whistle Mary had a Little Lamb with my hands I was a boy scout for 7 years (no we don't sell "boy scout cookies") |
Emily Su VP of Professional Development Major: Business Administration Minor: Informatics and Information & Computer Science Year: 2nd Hometown: San Jose, CA |
Industry of Interest: Product Management Internship Experience: Cisco - Product Management Intern Why MAISS: It’s a welcoming community that provides tons of opportunities for professional development. MAISS was especially useful to me because, as a business major, I knew I wanted to have some type of background in tech, but I wasn’t sure how to go about it. MAISS is tailored to meet the needs of business students and tech students as well as a place to find mentorship and friends! :) Fun Facts: I was voted most likely to go to Hogwarts in middle school. My ears are so big that I can’t wear Airpods without them falling out. |
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Ryan Miranda VP of Professional Development Major: Computer Science Year: 2nd Hometown: Cupertino, CA |
Industry of Interest: Software Engineering Internship Experience: Microsoft - Software Engineer Intern Vusar - Software Engineer Intern Why MAISS: I wanted to find a group of people interested in more than just technology at UCI. I found that MAISS created a more connected, social community than that of other clubs which I enjoyed being a part of! I had a lot of fun at MAISS's Fall Retreat, as well as during my time as a Winter Intern. Additionally, MAISS has connections with other ICS clubs as well as business-minded organizations. It's an amazing way to meet new people! Fun Facts: I can't live without peanut butter I want to study abroad in South Korea or Germany |
Alex Lee VP of External Affairs Major: Business Economics Year: 3rd Hometown: Hayward, CA |
Industry of Interest:
Accounting Risk Consulting Fintech Other Club Involvements: Undergraduate Finance Association Accounting Association Chinese Association Internship Experience: MAISS - External Affairs Intern Why MAISS: After switching majors the beginning of my second year, I decided to join MAISS to try to expose myself to more people with similar interests and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made at UCI. I got to meet so many passionate and driven individuals and they all motivate me to be better everyday. Because of MAISS, I was able to meet my wonderful mentor and he guided me to explore different career paths and always pushed me to try out new things. MAISS has provided me with a family that I can always fall back on whenever I needed help, and I want to give back by working hard this year to provide new members with insightful events and long lasting friendships. I hope to see you there! Fun Facts: I'm left handed My middle name is Chad I don't like the Warriors even though I'm from the Bay (Go Rockets!) |
Katherine Li VP of Marketing Major: Computer Science Year: 2nd Hometown: Saratoga, CA |
Industry of Interest: Software Engineering Internship Experience: CALIT2 - Research Other Club Involvements: Kappa Alpha Theta WICS Community Outreach Team Why MAISS: I wanted to join because I liked how MAISS combined both business and tech. During winter 2019 I was a community development intern, and I wanted to continue being involved in the club. From this experience, I was lucky enough to be able to make great friends and mentors. Fun Facts: I luv country music yeehaw xD Trader Joes is basically an amusement park to me |
Ian Han VP of Marketing Major: Business Administration Year: 2nd Hometown: Alhambra, CA |
Industry of Interest: Marketing / HR in Tech Industry Internship Experience: Sunwest Bank - Human Capital Intern The Portal - Digital Marketing Intern Giant Union - Marketing Intern Other Club Involvements: Lambda Phi Nu ASUCI Concerts Commissioner Why MAISS: Having been a part of MAISS since my first year as a mentee, I've come to grow professionally and personally through the relationships I've fostered in MAISS. Through meeting these like-minded driven individuals, it has allowed me to explore more within the sectors of business and technology. The community here not only encourages growth but facilitates it in a myriad of opportunities! Fun Facts: Step 1, Milk. Step 2, Cereal I can consume boba daily if it weren't for the monetary restrictions. |
Anushka Mota VP of Community Development Major: Computer Science Year: 2nd Hometown: San Ramon, CA |
Industry of Interest:
Software Engineering Other Club Involvements: ISC Women in Information and Computer Science UCI Digital Leraning Lab Hiking Club Why MAISS: I really love the bridge between Tech and Business. I had a great experience last year when I first joined, and I was able to meet a bunch of new people. Fun Facts: I love to dance! I like doing activities outdoors I'm SHORT (but I'd say I'm almost 5'1") I have twin sisters (and yes, they are shorter than me) |
Tyler Newman VP of Community Development Major: Quantitative Economics Year: 2nd Hometown: Sacramento, CA |
Industry of Interest: Data Analytics Other Club Involvements: Kababayan Treasurer 2019 - 2020 LPN Culture and relationships Director 2020 - 2021 Why MAISS: I started taking a lot of steps towards pushing myself forward into more spaces to prepare myself for the future as well as to meet others who could help me grow. I found MAISS through connections I had made when I got involved in the business community and saw it as an opportunity to give back to the community by helping guide the next generation of people who were in my shoes a year ago. Fun Facts: I am a Legend Hearthstone player c: My favorite animals are axolotls |
