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About Us

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NYS FCCLA is a student led organization...

The New York State FCCLA Executive Council (the State Officers) is a group of students who plan the three NYS conferences, attend the National Leadership conference, and serve as the role models for FCCLA members throughout the state of New York.

The New York State Officer Elects shadow each of the State Officers to learn the responsibilities and duties of a State Officer before assuming the role.

The New York State Junior Leaders are a group of young NYS FCCLA members who have decided to take the next step in their Ultimate Leadership Journey and work closely with both the Officer Elects and State Officers in order to develop their leadership skills.

LilliAnn Van Benschoten

Maddie Carver

Charlotte Stasik

Grace Reynolds

NYS Executive Council

Fiona Rutigliano

Maggie (Meredith) Green

Ava Vicari

Holly Eads

Meet the 2026 - 2027 NYS State Officers!

LilliAnn Van Benschoten

• President

Hello, New York FCCLA! My name is LilliAnn Van Benschoten, and I am honored to be your 2026-2027 State President. I am a sophomore in high school, and this is my fifth year with FCCLA. I feel so grateful that I have been entrusted with this responsibility—I cannot wait to get to know you all, and to help you in your leadership journey with this organization. I promise to fill this position from a place of trust, devotion, knowledge, and a passion for FCCLA that I have shared since I first dreamed of becoming an officer.

Maddie Carver

• First Vice President

• VP of Parliamentary Procedure

Hi! I'm Maddie Carver from Marcellus High School in District 7. I am so excited to be serving as your 2026-2027 NYS FCCLA 1st Vice President and Vice President of Parliamentary Procedure! I'm 16 years old and am currently a sophomore. This is my third year in FCCLA, and I have attended three state conferences as well as one national leadership conference. In my free time, I enjoy making music and playing tennis with my friends. I had a blast as a 2024-2025 Junior Leader, where I met amazing people and learned so much about myself and about FCCLA. I love meeting new people and am so excited to talk to and make friends with new and returning members! I'm really looking forward to seeing what New York State FCCLA achieves within the next few years, and I hope we can all work together to make it great!

Charlotte Stasik

• VP of Finance

Hi everyone! My name is Charlotte Stasik, and I am so happy to be your 2026-2027 Vice President of Finance. I am currently a sophomore at Marcellus High School in District 7. This is my third year in FCCLA, and I have had such an amazing experience so far. I have competed in three STAR Events and attended the most recent NLC in Orlando. I am looking forward to making many new memories this year as an officer. Some of my favorite hobbies are playing tennis and golf. I also enjoy music and play in my school’s band. I hope that throughout my time in state office, I can grow alongside all of you, as well as meet members from throughout New York State. Looking forward to it!

Grace

Reynolds

• VP of Competitive Events

Hello! My name is Grace Reynolds and I am your 2026-2027 New York State Vice President of Competitive Events. I'm currently a sophomore in High School and have been in FCCLA for five years. I am determined and excited to fill this position. I'm looking forward to a great year and cannot wait!

Fiona Rutigliano

• VP Membership

Hey! My name is Fiona Rutigliano, and I am your Vice President of Membership and Alumni for the 2026-2027 year. I’m currently a sophomore at Marlboro High School in District 3. Some fun facts about me: my favorite color is green, I love reading, especially mysteries—I play volleyball, and I enjoy hanging out with my friends in my free time. This is my fourth year in FCCLA. I’ve competed in three STAR Events, earning gold at Nationals at the NLC in Florida. I’m thrilled to connect with fellow members and share my gratitude for all that FCCLA has given me. I’m so excited to watch every member grow, along with myself, as I begin this journey as a State Officer!

Maggie (Meredith) Green

• VP of Public Relations & Communications

Hello! My name is Meredith Green, but people call me Maggie! I am your NYS FCCLA Vice President of Communications and Vice President of Public Relations for the 2026–2027 year. I’m a junior attending General Brown High School in District 5B. I’ve been in FCCLA for two years now so far, and this organization has already taught me so much about myself. I’ve become more confident in public speaking and feel comfortable reaching out and meeting new people. FCCLA has also given me the chance to make friends while helping my community at the same time. I live on a hobby farm with over 15 animals. My favorite event I’ve participated in so far was the Easter Bunny Breakfast, where I got to be the Easter Bunny for three hours—taking pictures with kids, playing games, and hopping around to greet everyone who came! For sports, I run cross country and wrestle for my school. I look forward to playing a part in this amazing organization, and I’m so grateful to have been given this opportunity!

Ava Vicari

• VP of Community Service

Hello! My name is Ava Vicari, and I am New York State FCCLA’s 2026-2027 Vice President of Community Service. I'm currently a junior in high school and this is my fifth year in FCCLA. I am ready and eager to fill this position. I'm so excited to see what this year brings, and hope we can make it count!

Holly Eads

• VP National Programs

Hello! My name is Holly Eads and I am your Vice President of National Programs. I am a sophomore at General Brown Jr./Sr. High School in District 5B. A few things to know about me: my favorite color is pink, and I really love the TV show FBI. I love helping little kids and I want to become a teacher. I enjoy playing soccer, hanging out with my fellow FCCLA members, and getting to know them better. This will be my fourth year in FCCLA. I’ve competed in two STAR Events, went to Nationals in 2025 to compete, and completed the NYS Junior Leader course. I’m fully committed to this organization and all in for everything it has to offer. I can’t wait to meet all of you and share my FCCLA experience. I’m so excited and honored to serve as a State Officer this year!

2026-2027 Officer Elects

TBD

2026-2027 Junior Leaders

TBD