EXECUTIVE BOARD
Claire Heleniak
Co-President
I’m Claire President, Co-President of Texas State AMA for 2022-2023. I’m a senior majoring in Computer Information Systems and Marketing planning to graduate in May 2023. I was Director of Digital Media and Director of Operations before this. I’m currently a marketing intern with Austin Woman Magazine and social media manager for AMA Austin. When I’m not working, you can find me reading or running with my puppy, Goose.
Zion Robinson
Co-President
I’m a senior at TXST majoring in marketing. I am the Co-President of AMA, McCoy Ambassador, and Exchequer (Treasurer) for Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. at TXST. I am an avid weightlifter and enjoy playing basketball in my free time. My favorite AMA experience is when I won the Diversity Leadership Scholarship at ICC and going to Chicago for ICC.
Emily Lyons
Vice President
I am from Houston, TX and I am a junior at TXST studying marketing. I enjoy hanging out with my friends at Sewell Park, playing beach volleyball, and playing with my dog Aspen.
DIRECTORS AND CHAIRS
Joana Zavala
Digital Media Chair
Sophia Joseph
Director of Corporate Sponsorship
Hi! My names Sophia Joseph and I am a huge fan of scary movies and baking. Also, I actually have a twin sister who goes to Texas State and I am 50% Italian. When I’m older I dream of owning a small coffee shop chain and traveling the world.
YOUR NAME
Corporate Sponsorship Chair
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Holton Carner
Director of Community and Social Impact
I am a freshman at Texas State majoring in marketing. I am a Community and Social Impact chair for AMA. I’m originally from Austin, Texas and love being outdoors, listening to music, and watching movies!
Kai Fortner
Director of Finance
My name is Kai Fortner Newby and I am the Director of Finance for AMA. I am Finance major going into my Senior year at Texas State. I am from Houston, Texas and enjoy playing basketball, listening to music, and being with my friends. Can’t wait what this year has in store for AMA!
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Fundraising Chair
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Karla Amaro
Director of Membership
I am a Junior studying Marketing with a Minor in International Business. I transferred to Texas State University in 2020 as a First-Gen student. My hometown is Georgetown, north I-35 from Austin. In my free time I like to spend time with friends and trying new things/ exploring new places. I plan on pursuing a Master’s in Marketing Research and Analysis. I am excited to see what this year in AMA brings.
YOUR NAME
Membership Chair
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Janyce Magallan
Director of Operations
I am a marketing major with a sales concentration going on my Junior year here at Texas State. In my free time I like to spend time with friends, travel, and listen to music. I can’t wait to see what this year brings for AMA!
Nicole Guy
Programming Chair
I am a junior at Texas State studying marketing. In my free time I enjoy reading, being outdoors, and hanging out with friends
