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Officers

Our Board Members are happy to share insights and assist you in making the most of your club experience.

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Franklin Avera

President

I’m a Finance major with a concentration in Real Estate and part of the UTD Real Estate Club’s recruitment team this fall. Outside of school, I enjoy biking, working out, and meeting new people. Feel free to say hi if you see me around campus!

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Keira Cruz

VP of Marketing

I'm a Business Administration major with a concentration in Real Estate. I'm passionate about real estate brokerage and sales. In my free time, I like to dance and try new restaurants! Always happy to chat, connect with me on LinkedIn.

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Dunia De La Rosa

VP of Communications

I’m a Business Administration major concentrating in Real Estate, with interests in leasing and development. Outside of academics, I enjoy spending time with family and exploring new coffee shops. Feel free to connect on LinkedIn.

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Ali Azim

VP of Outreach

I’m a Finance major with a concentration in Real Estate, interested in Capital Markets and Development. I enjoy working out, playing pickleball, and spending time with friends and family. Feel free to connect on LinkedIn.

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Rachel Robertson

Social Media

I’m a Business Administration major with a concentration in Real Estate Finance. In the future, I plan to go into the brokerage side of commercial real estate. Outside of class, I enjoy hiking, going to the gym, and spending time with friends. I look forward to connecting with everyone this fall, feel free to reach out!

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Pranishka Jagtap

Internal Affairs

I’m a Finance major with an interest in residential real estate and consulting. I enjoy learning about the financial and strategic aspects of business and am always excited to take on new challenges. Outside of school, you’ll usually find me at the gym, trying new matcha spots, or spending time with friends.

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Tanoj Atmakuri

Website

I am a Finance major with a strong interest in commercial real estate and land development. I enjoy learning about how real estate projects are planned, financed, and brought to life. In my free time, I enjoy playing and watching basketball, following the stock market, and trying new foods and restaurants. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or say hello!

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Jayce Askew

Alumni Relations

I'm a Finance major with a concentration in Real Estate. I have a strong passion for the investment and commercial side of real estate as well as working out listening to music and meeting new people. Feel free to reach out via email with any questions!

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Sachin Thakur

Recruitment

I’m a Finance major with a concentration in Real Estate, interested in deal structuring and how capital flows through investments. I value building strong industry relationships and enjoy staying active, golfing, and watching football.

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Richard Stanford II

Content Creation

I’m a Business Administration major with a concentration in Real Estate, with an interests in sales and brokerage. I enjoy basketball, pickleball, reading, and movies, and feel free to say hi if you see me around campus!

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Haidi Kotsi

Recruitment

I’m a Business Administration major with a concentration in Real Estate Finance, with an interest in Investment sales, Construction Management, and Development. I enjoy reading fiction, pickleball, and crocheting. I love meeting new people, so feel free to say hi if you see me around campus!

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Keaton Moore

Industry Relations

I’m a Finance major concentrating in real estate. I’m interested in asset management and development. In my free time I enjoy cooking, pickleball, and the gym. Feel free to connect with me via LinkedIn and send me a chat. 

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Gabriella Rodriguez

Content Creation

Hello everyone! My name is Gabriella Rodriguez, and I’m studying Accounting at UT Dallas. My goal is to become a CPA and work in real estate accounting. I’m excited to be a part of this organization and get to know all of you!

Advisors

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Julie Lynch

Director, Institute for Real Estate

Leads the Herbert D. Weitzman Institute for Real Estate at UT Dallas, overseeing academic programs, industry partnerships, and initiatives that prepare students for careers in commercial real estate.

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Kelly Holden

Program Manager

Manages the day-to-day operations of the Real Estate Program and the Herbert D. Weitzman Institute for Real Estate, ensuring all initiatives and activities run smoothly and support student success.

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