Your 2024-25 WTSA State Officers!
The WTSA State Officers hope to support all TSA students. Please use the email links below their photos to contact them with questions, or suggestions.
2024-25 WTSA State Officers
(right to left) President Edgar Brito Salgado, Toppenish HS; Vice President Santiago Gonzalez-Corzo, Lynnwood HS; Secretary Leona Ghirmai, Edmonds-Woodway HS; Treasurer Tarun Naveen, North Creek HS; Reporter Jake Fithen, Lynnwood HS; Sergeant-at-Arms Sanjana Katti, Tesla STEM HS
Past State Officers
Dozens of officer teams have led our organization. In addition, some Washington TSA members have been elected to serve as national officers. We’re grateful for their contributions!
Become a Washington TSA State Officer
Are you an outgoing, social, organized high school student? Are you willing and interested in stepping outside of your comfort zone? Can you lead by example, manage large groups of teens easily, and handle a crazy schedule while keeping your grades up and meeting your deadlines? Do you think that the Technology Student Association is the place for you to shine? If so, you are a perfect candidate for a WTSA state officer.
Meet the Officers
Edgar Brito Salgado, State President
Toppenish High School
Hello Washington TSA!! I'm Edgar J Brito Salgado. This year I'll be a Senior at Toppenish High School, and I am your 2024-25 State President! I can't wait to see, meet, and interact with you all at our events throughout this coming year.
I first joined TSA in the 7th grade through VEX Robotics. Then COVID happened. My freshman year, I rejoined TSA and competed in Fashion Design and Problem Solving. That year, and the following years, we had TSA state officers from Toppenish HS, and I knew I would want to run for state office at some point.
The following year I decided to join the Mentoring Program where I was able to get a glimpse of what it means to be a state officer. I ran for office that year, but wasn’t elected. My junior year, I had to decide whether to join the mentoring program and run for state office again, and I’m so glad I did! Thank you all for the opportunity to serve you this year.
Some of the events that I've competed in throughout the years include Fashion Design, Problem Solving, On-Demand Video, Board Game Design, Photo Tech, and VEX Robotics.
Outside of TSA, I am also a part of SkillsUSA and now HOSA. I've been running my own little photography business for about 2 years and I'm also on my school's ASB team serving as as the class of 2025 president, In my free time I enjoy doing activities like weightlifting, playing soccer with my friends, and spending time with my family.
Santiago Gonzalez-Corzo, Vice President
Lynnwood High School
Hey Washington TSA! My name is Santiago Gonzalez-Corzo, and I’m currently a senior at Lynnwood High School. I’m very honored to be your Vice President for the 2024-25 school year, and I can’t wait to meet you all at our many events! :)
After joining TSA in 7th grade at Alderwood Middle School, I found an environment and community that was right for me. Going into high school, I realized that our TSA chapter was lacking the resources and dedication, compared to what I had in middle school, so I dedicated my sophomore year to improving and expanding Lynnwood TSA. On top of this, I also chose to run for state office and really push the boundaries of what I knew was possible, which was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
From speaking to legislators about the personal impact TSA has had on me, to placing 3rd nationally in Music Production with my best friends and making school history, TSA made my Junior year of high school an unforgettable experience. With the amount of growth I’ve been through and opportunities I’ve been given, I know that this upcoming TSA year is going to be the best one yet.
At school, I’m the varsity tennis captain, lead alto saxophone in Jazz 1 and Wind Ensemble, STEAM diploma and Washington Seal of Biliteracy diploma graduate, and I’m a student advisor to the Edmonds School District board.
Outside of school I love going to concerts, geocaching, skiing, and working on a nonprofit called Project ERASE. :)
Leona Ghirmai, Secretary
Edmonds-Woodway High School
Hi Washington TSA! My name is Leona Ghirmai and I'm a sophomore at Edmonds-Woodway High School. I am so honored to serve as your State Secretary, and I'm looking forward to seeing and meeting you all at some of our events throughout the year!
I joined TSA in 8th grade after hearing about how fun it was from a friend. I quickly found that TSA was a place for me to not only compete, but to make new friendships and grow as a leader. That year, I competed in Structural Engineering, Leadership Strategies, and MS Flight. This is my 3rd year as a TSA member, and I've since competed in a variety of events such as Debating Technological Issues and Coding. At my first State Conference I found myself surrounded by opportunity and an uplifting community. It was that positive environment that sparked my passion for TSA, and it's that passion that inspired me to run for State Office. Through TSA, I've gained not only technical skills, but confidence and the ability to be a strong leader.
Outside of TSA, I serve as a HOSA chapter officer and enjoy trying various sports, including volleyball and track and field. I also love working with younger kids, learning to crochet, and spending quality time with friends and family. Let's make this a fantastic year together!
Tarun Naveen, Treasurer
North Creek High School
Hey Washington TSA! My name is Tarun Naveen, and I am honored to be serving as your 2024-2025 State Treasurer.
It was incredible to get to know you all at the State Conference last year, and I look forward to meeting more of you!
Outside of TSA, I love playing sports, playing the piano, reading and listening to music. I’m also my school’s ASB Vice President and a member of our FBLA chapter.
I’ve been in TSA for four years, since my freshman year of high school at North Creek. Now, as a senior, I can truly attest to the impact TSA has the potential to have. TSA has empowered me to step out of my comfort zone to expand my focus past STEM and into leadership. Through the Mentoring Program and the events I’ve done such as Debating Technological Issues, I’ve uncovered passions for public speaking, collaboration, and leadership within technology.
It was this passion that drew me to run for State Office. Now, as a State Officer, I want to be able to encourage you all to step outside your comfort zones, grow, learn, and watch the unimaginable happen as you chase your own passions. Never hesitate to reach out with any questions, and have an awesome year, Washington!
Jake Fithen, Reporter
Lynnwood High School
Hey Washington TSA! My name is Jake Fithen and I’ll be your state reporter for this year! It’s already been beyond amazing to meet so many of you, and I look forward to meeting even more of you at our upcoming events.
I joined TSA my sophomore year primarily for the Children’s Stories event, but quickly found my passion in architectural design. TSA has helped me find many of my interests and pave a future career path for myself in STEM education (ideally an architecture teacher and TSA advisor). Although I wasn’t in TSA long before I decided to run for office, I learned so much and made so many amazing friends that I will always be grateful for. I’ve never learned as much as I did attending my first state conference.
Running for office was a difficult decision for me. I’m surrounded by people who tell me to keep my dreams realistic and that I could never achieve something like this… But, I did it. And so can you! Don’t limit yourself for others!
Outside of TSA, I’m going into my senior year hopefully starting FBLA at my school! I’m also very involved in my schools ASL club and deaf events in general, especially fundraisers for the Abused Deaf Women Advocacy Services and the Lighthouse for the Deafblind.
Thank you Washington TSA, let’s make this an amazing year for everyone!
Sanjana Katti, Sergeant-at-Arms
Tesla STEM High School
Hi Washington TSA! My name is Sanjana Katti and I’m a senior at Tesla STEM High School. I’m so honored to be your State Sergeant-at-Arms and I can’t wait to meet you at some of our events during the year!
I joined TSA in 10th grade to compete in Audio Podcasting! I was immediately drawn to how kind and collaborative the environment was, which I confirmed during my first interview. I had such an interesting conversation with my judges that I decided I couldn’t let TSA go. I’ve since added Forensic Science and Biotechnology Design to my list of events, and I’ve grown in both my technical and leadership skills as a result.
Outside of TSA, I love to roller skate! I’ve been teaching younger children how to skate for six years and it’s become a wheely important part of my life. I also love listening to film scores and am a massive sabre fencing enthusiast. Here’s to a wonderful year!