State Officers

Tennessee DECA state officers, elected annually by student members at the State Career Development Conference, lead and support programs and activities across the state. They are passionate about serving the organization and connecting with members statewide.

Meet Your 2026-27 State Officers

  • Sophia McDonnell, President

    Sophia McDonnell

    President

  • JP Kukulka, Vice President of Leadership

    JP Kukulka

    Vice President of Leadership

  • Langston Thaxton, Vice President of Marketing

    Langston Thaxton

    Vice President of Marketing

  • Carlos Watkins, Vice President of Hospitality

    Carlos Watkins

    Vice President of Hospitality

  • Orin Butterick, Vice President of Career Development

    Orin Butterick

    Vice President of Career Development

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