Meet The Team
Executive Board
The Executive Board provides the strategic leadership and governance of DREAMS Academy International, ensuring the organization remains focused on its mission of expanding access to STEM education and empowering the next generation of innovators. Working closely with Department Heads and Chapter Presidents, the Executive Board establishes organizational priorities, oversees long-term growth, supports major initiatives, and ensures that DREAMS Academy continues to operate with integrity, accountability, and lasting impact for students around the world.
Founder & President
Kene Oguine
Co-Founder & Vice President
Kamzi Oguine
Treasurer
Victoria Banks
Secretary
Arya Sahoo
Media & Marketing Department
Led by Department Heads Aria Sneary-Beachy and Riley Schirk, the Media & Marketing Department shares the story of DREAMS Academy with the world. Through social media, graphic design, video production, branding, and marketing campaigns, the department celebrates student achievements, promotes programs and opportunities, and inspires more young people to become involved in STEM and service.
Director of Media
Aria Sneary-Beachy
Director of Marketing
Riley Schirk
Creative Lead
Reed Dallman
Head of Long-Form Content
Izzy Aves
Video Production Coordinator
Carter Bronson
Social Media Manager - Instagram
Chloe Schoenborn
Social Media Manager - Tiktok
Teah Ignacious
Social Media Manager - Facebook
Zara Hussain
Social Media Manager - LinkdIn
Naila Ranganathan
Social Media Manager - Twitter
Audrey Daniels
Graphic Illustration Designer
Alexandria Banks
Public Relations Department
Led by Department Head Taylor Beauge-Johnson, the Public Relations Department manages DREAMS Academy's external communications and public image. Through newsletters, blog articles, press releases, media outreach, and impact storytelling, the department highlights the achievements of students and chapters while ensuring the organization's voice remains professional, consistent, and mission-driven.
Director of Public Relations
Taylor Beauge-Johnson
Head of The Global Changemakers Program
Monica Romero
External Newsletter Editor-In-Chief
Ary Infante
News & Stories Editor-In-Cheif
Sooah Kim
Blog Section Editor - Sponsors & Donors
Joseph Scott
Blog Section Editor - News & Media
Carinne Washington
Blog Section Editor - Events & Fundraising
Kashiv Malempati
Leadership & Membership Department
Led by Department Heads Zara Hussain and Nicholas Aurelien, the Leadership & Membership Department is responsible for developing the people behind DREAMS Academy. From recruiting and onboarding new volunteers to supporting leadership development and member engagement, the department ensures every leader has the resources, guidance, and support needed to successfully serve their chapter and the organization's mission.
Director of Leadership
Zara Hussain
Director of Membership
Nicholas Aurelien
Leadership Recruitment Coordinator
Zachary Abraham
International Chapter Growth Coordinator - Asia-Pacific
Thea Corless
International Chapter Growth Coordinator - Africa
Kaine Oguine
International Chapter Growth Coordinator - Africa
Somma Okoye
International Chapter Growth Coordinator - Africa
Robert Nyamongo
International Chapter Growth Coordinator - Europe
Chloe Schoenborn
International Chapter Growth Coordinator - North America
Noah-Grace Backstrom
International Chapter Growth Coordinator - North America
Nyjil Lucas
International Chapter Growth Coordinator - Latin America
Fernando Rojas
Advancement Department
Led by Department Heads Mamie Weinfurtner & Victoria Banks, the Advancement Department secures the financial and community support that allows DREAMS Academy to grow. By cultivating sponsors, pursuing grants, coordinating fundraising initiatives, and building lasting partnerships, the department helps provide the resources necessary to expand programs and increase student impact around the world.
Director of Advancement
Mamie Weinfurtner
Director of Finance
Victoria Banks
Sponsorships Manager
Saharsh Ramineni
Grants Manager
Jianlin Chen
Events Manager
Anjiya Lalani
Community Giving Manager
Saina Roychoudhury
Donor Relations Coordinator
Dallas Marcus
Technology Department
Led by Department Head Sofia Posch, the Technology Department develops and maintains the digital systems that keep DREAMS Academy connected. From website management and online resources to digital forms, organizational systems, and technical support, the department builds the infrastructure that enables chapters and leaders across the world to collaborate efficiently.
Director of Technology
Sofia Posch
Digital Forms & Systems Coordinator
Alana Powell
Website Optimization Manager
Byron Haynes
Website Content Manager - Organization & Partnerships
Tyler Thompson
Website Content Manager - Resources & Impact
Rahul Rajendran
Website Content Manager - Chapters & Leadership
Jonas Posch