YJA Convention 2014 07 Washington DC

Author(s): Young Jains of America (YJA)
Publisher: Young Jains of America YJA USA

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YOUNG JAINS OF AMERICA (YJA) EXECUTIVE BOARD
Mayha Parikh Director of Project Development. JNF Committee Co-Lead Mayha was bom and raised in Connecticut, and graduated from Boston University with a bachelor's degree in economics and mathematics. She most recently worked in operations at Kaplan Bar Review in New York City, and will be starting business school in the fall. Though being a Boston sports fan in NYC was a bit difficult, she enjoyed every minute of it. She loves dancing, traveling, her friends and fanily, and of course, her YJA experiences. She looks forward to an awesome Convention in our nation's capital!
Amit Shah Director of Public Relations, Public Relations Committee Co-Lead Amit is from Chicago, IL. Born and raised in the Mid-West, Amit has been very active in YJA for many years. Currently, he is the Director of Public Relations on YJA's Executive Board. He loves to dance (especially to Bollywood music), photography, and just chilling with his friends. Amit is
really excited to share his wisdom with you all.
Sonny Shah Director of Publications. Souvenirs Co-Lead Sonny was born and raised in Poughkeepsie, NY. He is currently a student at MCPHS in Boston, obtaining a Doctorate in Pharmacy, along with a minor in pre-med studies, set to graduate in May 2015. Besides YJA, Sonny enjoys reading about and discussing business, catching up on the latest technology, spicing things up in the kitchen, and dancing around. But when it's time to get serious, Sonny knows how to crack down and get things done! Catch him in action at the YJA Convention.
Kunal Shah Mid-Atlantic Regional Coordinator. Security Committee Co-Lead Kunal is a born and raised Pittsburgh Yinzer. He is a rising senior studying neuroscience at The University of Pittsburgh. His interests include rooting for all Pittsburgh sports teams, dancing (woo
Pittsburgh Panthe Raas!), technology, TV shows, and Mexican food. If you ever want to play a pickup game of any sport, Kunal will definitely be there. This is his first time on the YJA Execu
tive Board and he cannot articulate how excited he is for the Convention!
Shikhar Shah | Mid-West Regional Coordinator. Daytime Programming Committee Co-Lead Shikhar was born in Bilimora, Gujarat and raised in Chicago. He once found a four-leaf clover, and has a fountain pen. He studies epidemiology at The University of Illinois at Chicago, and will be starting medical school in the fall. He also likes math, medical decision making, and classic literature, so definitely bring those up in conversation. In his work with YJA, Shikhar has come to realize that Mid-West is best. Very Jainism. Much principles. Such holy.
Sneha Parikh Northeast Regional Coordinator Social Committee Co-Lead Sneha was born and raised just outside of Hartford, CT and attended undergrad at The University
of Connecticut, where she spent most of her time at dance practice! She recently graduated from
Northeastern University with a master's degree in speech-language pathology, and now works as a speech pathologist. Sneha loves to dance, swim, cook, spend time with her family and friends, and take
naps in the sun! She is so excited for the YJA Convention and can't wait to see all of you there!
Viraj Mehta South Regional Coordinator. Security Co-Lead Viraj was born in India, and grew up in Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and India. He went to Texas A&M University, and is a proud Aggie. Viraj works as an IT analyst for Valero Energy in San Antonio, TX. This will be his second YJA Convention, and he looks forward to providing a safe and secure environment. Viraj enjoys playing soccer, volleyball, and running 5k's that benefit causes. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with friends, watching soccer, football, and basketball games, and exploring new places.
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