Global Business Brigades at Penn State
Meet The Team

President
Jaiden Asch
Our President manages partnerships with global organizations, oversees project planning and execution, and ensures that all activities align with our mission to create sustainable economic impact while offering students enriching professional experiences.

Treasurer/ Fundraising Director
Om Makwana
Our Treasurer/ Fundraising Director manages the club’s finances and spearheads fundraising efforts to support international service projects. They ensure financial transparency, oversee budget planning, and develop innovative fundraising strategies to sustain our mission and activities.

Corporate/ Alumni Outreach Director
Rishita Kadre
Our Corporate/ Alumni Outreach Director cultivates relationships with corporate partners and alumni to secure support and resources for our international projects. They play a key role in networking, fundraising, and creating opportunities for collaboration and mentorship.

Director of Organizational Logistics
Jack McCormack
Our Director of Organizational Logistics ensures the proper organization and documentation of Global Business Brigades records. They also drive initiatives to create a smooth execution of the Business for Change curriculum alongside the spring training.

Director of Initiative Execution
Gabriel Gamboa
Our Director of Initiative Execution ensures the proper execution and sustainability of current initiatives, as well as aiding in the brainstorming of new and improved initiatives. They work to track important metrics regarding attendance and reminder messages. They serve a key role in managing the execution of the Business for Change Curriculum coupled with the spring training.

Director of Marketing and Publicity
Sharanya Gera
Our Director of Marketing and Publicity serves as the face of the organization, generating organizational publicity and building relationships with professors, student organizations, and industry professionals. They also lead the branding efforts of the organization, focused on both strategy and deliverable development.
Meet Our Brigaders
Summer 2024 Greece Brigade