Executive Board
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Maximus MendezPresident
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Lihuen MuñozVice President
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Valeria SlotterSecretary
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Aeson CoenHistorian
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Giovanni ZayasTreasurer
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Anthony FuentesPublic Relations Officer
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Ana AlvarezSocial Chair
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Daniel WilliamsFundraising Chair
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Alexa DuarteCommunity Service Chair
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Andrei Cuenca DemidovaAcademic Chair
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Nicola “Bella” RuizMentorSHPE Chair
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Anthony FuentesIT Chair
Maximus Mendez
President
Responsibilities as President
To be the primary contact between the chapter and any external organizations. Represent the chapter and uphold all core values. Make sure people feel included in the chapter and help anyone build themselves up professionally.
About Me
Major
Aerospace Engineering
Year
3rd Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Mexican
Hometown
Oro Valley, Arizona
Career Goals
Be at a satisfying job that allows me to grow and apply what I know and like.
SHPE Chapter Goals
Maintain a healthy growth, spread our outreach, establish corporate and high school contacts, be able to financially support more of our members for nationals, create an amazing familia.
Contact Me!
mendem10@my.erau.edu
Lihuen Muñoz
Vice President
Responsibilities as Vice President
Managing internal affairs along with the development and growth of the chapter. Representing the chapter by promoting professional development and leadership from the college level to a corporate level.
About Me
Major
Aerospace Engineering
Minor
Space Studies
Year
4th Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Brazilian
Hometown
São Paulo, Brazil
Career Goals
My career goal is to become an Aerospace Engineer to further aid in space exploration by working closely with companies such as SpaceX, Boeing, Blue Origin, ULA, and NASA. I envision myself specializing in structural design and systems to further improve spacecraft structures being used today and in the future. I also plan on being an advocate for the Latino STEM community in the workforce and at the University.
Valeria Slotter
Secretary
Responsibilities as Secretary
Keep a record of all events that happen within the chapter
About Me
Major
Aerospace Engineering
Year
2nd Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Hispanic
Career Goals
I aspire to create new and sustainable technologies that push the boundaries of aerospace engineering and pave the way for a cleaner, more efficient future of flight.
SHPE Chapter Goals
My goal as the secretary of SHPE is to promote diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration within the organization to help more students succeed in STEM fields.
Aeson Coen
Historian
Responsibilities as Historian
Ensure that the chapter is operating within the bylaws, keeping records of everything.
About Me
Major
Aerospace Engineering
Minor
Applied Mathematics
Year
4th Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Caucasian
Hometown
Stacy, Minnesota
Career Goals
Live the good life somewhere quiet.
SHPE Chapter Goals
Ensure a smooth transition of power in SHPE and make sure everything proceeds with succinct legality.
Contact Me
Giovanni Zayas
Treasurer
Responsibilities as Treasurer
Responsible for effective management of chapter resources, overseeing all financial transactions of the organizations, and leading in corporate outreach team.
About Me
Major
Aerospace Engineering/Astronautics
Year
2nd Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Puerto Rican
Hometown
Augusta, Georgia
Career Goals
Work for NASA (or just build rockets in general).
SHPE Chapter Goals
Make SHPE Paga and make the club grow and thrive.
Anthony Fuentes
Public Relations Officer
Responsibilities as Public Relations Officer
Serve as the official recruiter for the organization in advertising and promoting our chapter through social media.
About Me
Major
Computer Engineering
Year
3rd Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Guatemalan/Cuban
Hometown
Miami, Florida
Career Goals
To obtain a position with a rising technology-focused company using the skills I learned throughout the years.
SHPE Chapter Goals
As the Public Relations Chair, I want to utilize our social media accounts to its fullest potential. I want to send the message that our club focuses on community, while also advertising what we do as a whole.
Ana Alvarez
Social Chair
Responsibilities as Social Chair
Plan, execute, and promote social events within the organization.
About Me
Major
Mechanical Engineering
Year
4th Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Ecuadorian
Career Goals
To get a job within the autonomous industry and work towards getting an MBA degree.
SHPE Chapter Goals
As social chair, my SHPE goal is to organize fun and interactive events to reduce stress from classes while developing interpersonal skills.
Daniel Williams
Fundraising Chair
Responsibilities as Fundraising Chair
Organize, execute, and advertise SHPE fundraising events
About Me
Major
Mechanical Engineering
Year
3rd Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Mexican
Hometown
Ormond Beach, FL
Career Goals
To get a successful job in the aerospace industry soon after I graduate.
SHPE Chapter Goals
To have successful fundraising events to make SHPE a fun and inviting place for new and old members.
Contact Me
Alexa Duarte
Community Service Chair
Responsibilities as Community Service Chair
Organizing and executing community service events as well as searching for community service opportunities for SHPE members. Additionally, inform SHPE members about the importance of Community Service.
About Me
Major
Aerospace Engineering
Minor
Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing
Year
2nd Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Honduran
Hometown
San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Career Goals
My career goals include being able to confidently design spacecraft and satellites. Ultimately helping advance human curiosity to the next level.
SHPE Chapter Goals
Andrei Cuenca Demidova
Academic Chair
Responsibilities as Academic Chair
Organize and host academically focused events throughout the semester. Commence projects, research, and tutoring sessions.
About Me
Major
Aerospace Engineering
Minor
Music
Year
PhD ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Colombian
Hometown
Daytona Beach, FL
Career Goals
As Aerospace Engineering with an interest in Robotics, my career goal is to work on projects around the implementation of Robots and AI into space exploration.
SHPE Chapter Goals
As a graduate student, I would like to guide and engage students in Academic and research activities.
Nicola “Bella” Ruiz
MentorSHPE Chair
Responsibilities as MentorSHPE Chair
Responsible for leading a MentorSHPE program for the students enrolled at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
About Me
Major
Aerospace Engineering
Minor
Applied Mathematics, Business Administration
Year
3rd Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Mexican
Hometown
Atlanta, GA
Career Goals
My career goals are to get involved in research throughout school and eventually work for a commercial space company where I can work on the front lines of space privatization!
SHPE Chapter Goals
The goals I have for the chapter are for us to become a “home away from home” for Hispanic students at Riddle. For these students to find a sense of belonging amongst us and for them to feel supported through our programs.
Anthony Fuentes
IT Chair
Responsibilities as IT Chair
Keep the website updated and assist with any technical issues within the organization.
About Me
Major
Computer Engineering
Year
2nd Year ERAU Student
Ethnicity
Guatemalan/Cuban
Hometown
Miami, FL
Career Goals
To obtain a position with a rising technology-focused company using the skills I learned throughout the years.
SHPE Chapter Goals
Update our club’s website with events and opportunities for all of our members.