State Officers 2025-2026

President – Shelly Nash – Lakeview Technology Academy

My name is Shelly Nash and I am a senior at Lakeview Technology Academy. I am proud to be serving as your 2025-2026 Secondary State President.

I have been involved in SkillsUSA since I started high school after my advisor encouraged me, and am so grateful for the opportunities it has provided me. I have grown in my leadership skills, self confidence, and public speaking abilities. SkillsUSA has helped me grow in ways I did not believe were possible, and helped me find my place. This year, as my second year as a State Officer, I am excited to give back to this organization and support our local chapters.

Vice President – Lucas Varela – Waunakee High School

Hi, my name is Lucas Varela and I am a junior at Waunakee Community High School. I am very excited to be serving as your 2025–2026 Wisconsin State Vice President.

I first heard about SkillsUSA through my older brother, Matthew, and was inspired to join because I wanted to challenge myself in competitions. Since then, I’ve had the honor of serving in several chapter officer positions, which helped me grow as both a leader and a teammate. One of my proudest moments was competing at the National Leadership and Skills Conference in 2023, where my team earned first place in the Team Engineering Challenge. That experience showed me the true power of teamwork and dedication. Through SkillsUSA, I’ve gained confidence, strengthened my leadership and communication skills, and found a passion for helping others grow. As your Vice President, I’m excited to continue building connections, supporting our members, and working hard to make this year one of growth and success.

Secretary – Leah Missig – New Glarus High School

Hi my name is Leah Missig I am a sophomore at New Glarus High School. I am thrilled to be the 2025-2026 SkillsUSA Wisconsin state secretary.

As a freshman I joined SkillsUSA along side a close friend not realizing how much it would change me. What started as a whim quickly turned into a passion. I quickly stepped into a chapter officer role and discovered my love for leadership. While finding a community that provided me with confidence and purpose. Now as a state officer I want to help others the same way this organization has helped me.

Reporter – Annika Lee – Waunakee High School

My name is Annika Lee, and I am a junior at Waunakee Community High School serving as the 2025–2026 SkillsUSA Wisconsin State Reporter.

I first got involved in SkillsUSA through my passion for leadership and teamwork, and I quickly discovered how much I enjoy the opportunities the organization provides to grow my communication skills and connect with students across the state. What I enjoy most about SkillsUSA is the chance to challenge myself, develop career-ready skills, and inspire others to get involved in our organization.

District 4 Vice President – Alison Lawton – Waunakee High School

District 5 Vice President – Aanya Panchal – Lakeview Technology Academy

My name is Aanya Panchal, and I am a senior at Lakeview Technology Academy. I am honored to serve as the SkillsUSA Wisconsin District 5 Vice President.

I first joined SkillsUSA my freshman year at my brother’s encouragement, and what started as a small decision quickly became one of the most meaningful parts of my high school journey. Soon after joining, I discovered my passion for leadership. Through SkillsUSA, I found a place where I could connect with people who shared my interests, and most importantly, find a supportive community that has given me the confidence to step outside of my comfort zone. As a state officer, I look forward to continuing to grow while helping others find the same inspiration and empowerment that SkillsUSA has given me.

District 6 Vice President – Mallory McCullick – Wauzeka-Steuben High School

My name is Mallory McCullick, and I am a Junior at Wauzeka-Steuben. I am honored to serve SkillsUSA Wisconsin as the District 6 Vice President.

I have been a proud member of SkillsUSA since I was in sixth grade. I have always been interested in  anything and everything hands-on. SkillsUSA has taught me so much such as teambuilding, leadership, and most importantly what I want to do in the future. SkillsUSA helped me discover hidden talents of mine that I never would have discovered. My favorite part of SkillsUSA is all the friendships I have made! I will forever be grateful for everything SkillsUSA has done for me! I can’t wait to see others enjoying SkillsUSA as much as I do!

Marli Novy
SkillsUSA Wisconsin
State President (2024-2025)
Wittenberg-Birnamwood High School

Shelly Nash
SkillsUSA Wisconsin
State Reporter (2024-2025)
Lakeview Technology Academy

Noah Mintie
SkillsUSA Wisconsin
District 5 Vice President (2024-2025)
West Bend High School

Zeeq Van Der Linden
SkillsUSA Wisconsin
Middle School Liaison (2024-2025)
Riverside Middle School – Watertown