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2025 Committee

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Chair

Amanda Joseph

Public Health; 2nd Year Graduate

Why FOF: I joined FOF because I wanted to learn more about public policy. I became chair because I believe in what FOF can inspire for the future.

Co-Chair

Radhika Subramanian

Economics and Psychology; 4th Year Undergraduate

Why FOF:I joined the Future of Florida Summit to merge my passions for public policy and leadership. Being part of this incredible team has been so rewarding, and I’m excited to help deliver another great Summit in 2025!

Marketing and Communications Committee

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Director

Angelina Valdez

Political Science and Public Relations; 3rd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: I chose to join FOF because of my love for discussing and learning about impacting issues!

Tiffany Steinke

Tiffany Steinke

Public Relations; 3rd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: Because I love being able to participate in public service and I’m super excited about the Summit this year and to learn and talk about all things gulf!

Tanvi Shah

Tanvi Shah

Political Science; 2nd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: I wanted to gain more experience in planning large events and believe FOF to be an event that truly has an impact on all the participants.

Anjali Fedewa

Anjali Fedewa

Public Relations on Pre-Law Track; 2nd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: I joined Future of Florida Summit PR team because it presents a unique opportunity to blend my passion for public relations with my interests in pre-law. Being part of the PR team allows me to craft and communicate compelling narratives about the FOF, while also honing the strategic thinking and advocacy skills that are crucial in the legal field.

Logistics Committee

Isabella Garcia

Director

Isabella Garcia

Political Science; 4th Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: Learning about policy proposals – from ideation to presentation – is such a fulfilling experience for civically engaged citizens. Everyone should know about the policy-making process, and FOF is the best way to start!

Kayla Bello

Kayla Bello

Public Health & Economics; 2nd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: Future of Florida has the potential to transform lives and inspire people to take initiative and help others. I want to be part of this mission and give students an unforgettable opportunity that will last far beyond this one weekend.

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Ashley Keller

Business Administration; 3rd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: Last year I was able to be a part of FOF as a participant; I chose FOF again this year because of the event’s unique and important function of helping provide a platform for students to create the future policy of tomorrow.

Research Committee

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Director

Kelly Ralph

Journalism and Political Science; 4th Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: I joined FOF because of my passion for policymaking and the opportunity to address issues that affect Florida communities.

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Emily Keller

Public Relations, 3rd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: I really appreciated the professionalism of the 2024 Future of Florida Summit, and I thought that participating in the planning for the 2025 summit would provide a great opportunity to learn from wonderful people.

Maria Igarza

Maria Igarza

Political Science and International Relations; 3rd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: I chose to join FOF because I saw an opportunity to merge my passion for research with my communication skills, allowing me to grow personally and professionally in a way that is both inspiring and motivating while helping to shape an impactful event for my peers.

Rahil Zaveri

Rahil Zaveri

Criminology and English; 2nd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: I chose to join FOF because I wanted to help facilitate the development of the ideas and policies that will determine our future!

Maria Igarza

Bianca Tabaku

Family, Youth and Community Sciences; 3rd Year Undergraduate

Why FOF: As a committee member, particularly on the research team, I saw an opportunity to merge my passion for research with my communication skills, allowing me to grow personally and professionally in a way that is both inspiring and motivating while helping to shape an impactful event for my peers.