Meet your Florida FBLA COLLEGIATE 2025-2026 State Officers
The decision to serve as an FBLA Collegiate State Officer is one that sets a person apart as one of the most dedicated and driven leaders in our organization. State officers serve a one year term and represent Florida FBLA Collegiate to businesses leaders, education officials, community partners, and most importantly the state membership.
Nikhil Kumar
Collegiate State President
Nikhil Kumar is a student at the University of Florida and is delighted to serve as your State President. Nikhil has been a part of FBLA since his freshman year of high school and his experiences in the organization have shaped him into the person he is today. Throughout his leadership journey ranging from the chapter to the state level, he has gained invaluable skills, experience, and memories that will last him a lifetime. He first joined FBLA to further his business skills but he stayed because of the community he found. FBLA has given him so much and he can’t wait to give back to all of you. Nikhil’s main goals are to inspire members to strive for greatness, grow our membership, and to encourage members to take advantage of the amazing resources and opportunities Florida FBLA has to offer. He is thrilled to work with this year’s Collegiate State Officer Team to advance the mission of Florida FBLA!
Email: nikhilfbla@outlook.com
Macie sullivan
Collegiate State Vice President of Communications
Macie Sullivan is honored to serve as your 2025–2026 Florida FBLA Collegiate Vice President of Communications. She is currently an undergraduate student at the University of Central Florida, pursuing a dual degree in biomedical sciences and mechanical engineering. Macie has been an active member of FBLA since 2017, serving as a local chapter officer and a high school state officer. With a passion for impactful communication and member engagement, Macie is excited to support this year’s theme, "Polishing to Perfection," by helping members shine through every aspect of their FBLA Collegiate journey. She is committed to ensuring that every member stays informed, connected, and empowered throughout the year.
Email: mwusong12@gmail.com
Sophia King
Collegiate State Vice President of Finance
Sophia King is ecstatic to serve as your 2025-2026 Florida FBLA Collegiate Vice President of Finance. She is currently a student at the University of Florida, pursuing a degree in finance. FBLA has played a prominent role in her life since she first joined in 2021, and since then she has learned invaluable skills including leadership, public speaking, and community service. Throughout her time in this organization, Sophia has served as a local chapter officer, district officer, and high school state officer. Sophia is excited to take on this new role, and to embody this year's state theme "Polish to Perfection" by helping members to shine bright and achieve their fullest potential through FBLA. She is beyond excited to work with this year's State Officer Team and meet everyone this year!
Email: sophiaking124@gmail.com
Krista Knowles
Collegiate State Vice President of Membership
Krista Knowles is honored to serve as the 2025–2026 Florida FBLA Collegiate Vice President of Membership. Currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Business, Krista is entering her third year in FBLA and her second year as a collegiate state officer, having previously served as State Parliamentarian. She has also contributed to her local chapter as both Treasurer and Parliamentarian, demonstrating her commitment to organizational growth and member success. Krista is especially passionate about this year’s state initiative, Feeding Florida, which holds personal significance to her as a single mother who understands the importance of access to food assistance. She believes that no one should ever go hungry, and she is eager to channel that passion into meaningful service. With Florida FBLA celebrating its 75th anniversary and embracing the state theme of Polished to Perfection, Krista is excited to work with her fellow officers to recruit new members, reactivate collegiate chapters across the state, and create opportunities for students to be more engaged. She looks forward to a year of connection, empowerment, and leaving a lasting impact on the organization she calls home.
Email: kdk2002@student.phsc.edu
Emmalise feliciano
Collegiate State Parliamentarian
Emmalise Feliciano currently serves as the FBLA Florida State Parliamentarian, bringing both experience and passion to the 2025–2026 State Officer Team. Emmalise first joined FBLA in 2022 and quickly found her voice within the organization, rising from a new member to a confident student leader dedicated to making a lasting impact. Over the past few years, she has actively contributed to chapter and state-level initiatives, consistently promoting leadership, business education, and service. Now a senior in college pursuing a degree in finance, Emmalise believes that opportunity often starts with your network. Her commitment to leadership is seen not only through FBLA but also in her service on her college's Foundation Board, where she advocates for student success and community engagement. Emmalise encourages this year’s state theme, “Polish to Perfection,” by working closely with her fellow officers to foster a supportive, goal-driven culture for Florida FBLA Collegiate members. As the team prepares for the 2026 National Leadership Conference, Emmalise is focused on helping Florida make its mark on the national stage through innovation, collaboration, and the collective power of student leaders. Her journey reflects the values of growth, purpose, and the belief that together, we truly can achieve more.
Email: EHF1009@student.phsc.edu