Nevada FBLA Officers are elected by their peers at the State Leadership Conference and represent Nevada’s membership. The State Officer team develops a program of work aligned to the strategic goals of Nevada FBLA. Throughout the year the team interacts with the membership to implement and enhance Nevada FBLA programs.
Sophia Dai, President
The 2025–2026 Nevada FBLA State President is Sophia Dai, a senior at West Career and
Technical Academy in Las Vegas. Over the past four years, Sophia has served as her chapter’s
Underclassman Representative, Secretary, and President, and at the state level as Vice President
of Membership and Competitions Director of the Nevada President’s Council. Along the way,
she has earned nine state awards and placed nationally in her favorite event, Introduction to
Public Speaking. Sophia has also attended over 10 leadership conferences, her favorite being the
National Fall Leadership Conference in Columbus, Ohio, where she spent her 17th birthday
learning, competing, and making unforgettable memories with friends from across the country.
Outside of FBLA, Sophia is just as passionate. She is active in DECA, National Honor Society,
and the WCTA Ambassadors Program. Whether discovering a hidden food spot, planning her
next travel adventure, or laughing with friends, Sophia brings energy and heart into everything
she does. Aspiring to study economics and government on the East Coast, Sophia hopes to
pursue a career combining her business interest with her passion for advocacy and public service.
As State President, Sophia is driven by a bold vision: to amplify Nevada FBLA’s voice,
strengthen chapter connections, and bring greater recognition to career and technical education
across the state.
Jack Hurley, Executive Vice President
Jack Hurley, a senior at West Career and Technical Academy, is excited to serve as this year’s Executive Vice President! As a fourth-year FBLA member, he has gained extensive leadership experience on the local, state, and national levels. During his time as a competitor, he has qualified for NLC six times and has been a finalist twice, placing 4th in Introduction to Public Speaking during his freshman year. He has utilized all FBLA has to offer as a two-time Erin Hackman recipient, finisher of three different BAA levels, and National Business Honor Roll recipient.
Outside of FBLA, Jack has a growing Funko Pop collection and a strong Pokémon obsession. When he isn’t serving the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or supporting his local DECA chapter, he enjoys spending time with his friends. If Jack had an anthem, it would definitely be *Good Days* by SZA.
He hopes to attend MIT. No matter where he ends up, he knows that he will take advantage of all opportunities available to him.That’s why his biggest piece of advice for FBLA members is to take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way—you never know where you might end up. FBLA is a journey, and Jack is beyond thrilled to join you on that journey.
Evelyn Hicks, Southern Region Vice President
Kyle Allen, Northern Region Vice President
Kyle Allen is a senior at Carson High School, located in the beautiful state capitol, Carson City. Kyle has been in Future Business Leaders of America since his sophomore year and is proud to be a part of the State Officer Team as the Northern Region Vice President. Throughout his time, Kyle has enjoyed competing in Public Service Announcement and Parliamentary Procedure, running fundraisers, and serving his chapter on the social media team.
While Kyle is proud to serve Nevada FBLA, he also serves his community in other leadership capacities. As Junior Class President of CHS, Kyle loves to plan events for the student body, represent student voices through many different avenues, and be a part of the decision making process on the Executive Board. Kyle is also the Captain of the Speech and Debate team, a director of the school yearbook, a member of NHS, and represents Nevada Senate District 16 through the Nevada Youth Legislature.
Outside of school activities, Kyle enjoys running, cooking and baking, reading, and of course, time spent with family and friends. Kyle is looking forward to attending college after high school to pursue a life of law and eventually politics. Kyle is ready to take all that he has learned and apply it to the state level to truly create the next Future Business Leaders of America.
Jazmyne Palomares, Eastern Region Vice President
Isabella Reyes, Vice President of Public Relations
Few bring articulation and versatility like Isabella Reyes — Vice President of Public Relations for Nevada FBLA and a rising senior at Southwest Career and Technical Academy. Reyes is dedicated to making an impact within Nevada FBLA.
From her first year in FBLA to now a Nevada state officer, Isabella has consistently stepped up as a leader and advocate for her peers. Starting her first year, she placed 5th in Introduction to Social Media Strategies. In her second year, she built off what she had previously learned, becoming a Nevada state finalist for Journalism. She followed up with a strong third year, achieving 1st in Social Media Strategies, 4th in Visual Design, and again becoming a state finalist for Journalism. She took her leadership to the next level by serving as her chapter’s VP of State Relations, the Graphic Design Director for the Nevada FBLA President’s Council, and a Graphic Director for the National Executive Social Media Ambassador Council for National FBLA. Now, in her senior year, she has reached her dream of not only serving as her chapter’s president but also having the honor of being a Nevada state officer.
In her personal time, Isabella has taken to both Speech and Debate and Journalism. Her passion for public speaking is proven in her competitive history, where during her first-ever competitive season, she placed in over 70% of the competitions she competed in. First place in the 2025 Clark County School District Championship and a top 6 placement in the 2025 Nevada State Championship Tournament are just a couple of her accomplishments.
She has excelled as a photography assistant and editor with Ana Studios, where she explores her creativity and applies her knowledge of journalism and social media marketing. Isabella hopes to attend the Marshall School of Business to obtain a degree in Business Administration.
Isabella has taken a chance on all the opportunities available to her — both in her personal life and through her FBLA journey. As for the root of these accomplishments, the motto she lives by comes to mind: “Don’t wait for extraordinary opportunities. Seize common occasions and make them great.” — Orison Swett Marden. To Isabella, it was through FBLA that she was able to create such great opportunities.
Nasia Perkins, Vice President of Membership
Nasia Perkins, Vice President of Membership, Carson High School, Senior. Medicine, law, engineering, you name it! It does not matter what career you want to pursue, Nasia Perkins coined the phrase, “anyone benefits from business.” Once a Competitive Events Director on the President’s Council for Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Nasia foresaw competitive event preparation for students in the state, and made multiple workshops, as well as initiative efforts, towards event readiness. After honing her skills towards competitive preparedness, she went on to become a state officer: Vice President of Membership, where she will prioritize recruitment and engagement. Apart from positions, Nasia has contributed greatly to her local FBLA’s Entrepreneurs in Action magazine; moreover, she earned 2nd place Outstanding Outreach for selling to the most businesses, and 3rd place sales for reaching high advertisement sales. Her dedication towards her chapter is a good reflection of the leadership she will bring to the state officer team, setting the stage for a more involved community.
Michael Chung, Vice President of Service
Kelley Tang, Vice President of Media
Kelley Tang, a three-year FBLA member, currently serves as the Nevada FBLA State Vice President of Media. A senior at West Career and Technical Academy, Kelley is enrolled in the Engineering program. She has previously served on the Nevada FBLA President’s Council as the Executive Assistant and as the Executive Vice President of her local chapter. Over the years, she has earned 1st place in American Enterprise Project, Business Ethics, and Introduction to FBLA; 2nd place in Introduction to Business Presentation and Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure; and 3rd place in Data Analysis. Kelley’s favorite part of FBLA is running her local middle school chapter and guiding students through the world of business.Outside of FBLA, Kelley is the president of WCTA’s Paper Trails, an elementary school tutor, and an avid keyboard collector. In the future, she hopes to major in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Political Science. FBLA has inspired her to step out of her comfort zone and embrace leadership with confidence. She looks forward to continuing to uplift her peers, pursue innovation, and advocate for student voices.