Central Leadership
Illaria Liedtke
Illaria Liedtke is a senior at Rye Country Day School. She founded this initiative after spending a summer in China playing mahjong with her grandmother, an experience that sparked her passion for seniors’ rights and intergenerational connection. Beyond mahjong, she is a research intern at Columbia University and the Italian National Council of Research, where she studies the brain to address CNS diseases affecting millions, work she has presented at ISEF. In her free time, she enjoys playing tennis and tackling challenging math problems.
President, Founder
Tancrède Weinstein
Tancrède Weinstein is a senior at Rye Country Day School from Westchester, New York. He finds joy in playing Mahjong with the residents at Broadview Senior Living. Additionally, he is very passionate about science, dedicating numerous hours to coursework, Columbia University’s Science Honors Program, and a research internship at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. Tancrède also enjoys collaborative competitions like Estimathons, Envirothon, and tournaments within his school’s math team.
Vice-President
Parker Martizen
Secretary
Prithi Suriyakumarr
Hi! My name is Sahasraprithi, and I am from Hartford County in Connecticut! I am extremely interested in social justice and advocacy for systematic injustice.
Gray Matters Director
Disha Gottam
Hi! I’m Disha from Connecticut. I enjoy working with digital content and advocacy, especially using social media to educate others and highlight issues impacting seniors.
Social Media Director
TBD!
Civic Engagement Director
TBD!
Student Outreach Director
Ayan Zeeshan
Hi, I am Ayan Zeeshan, currently living in Pakistan and my hobbies are playing chess and watching Formula 1. I am interested in making ML projects, and do some difficult Math problems as a challenge and a hobby. I also am interested in doing editorial work, as well as writing research papers myself.
Gray Matter Editor
Branch Leaders
New York
New York
New York
I am a student passionate about speech and debate, politics, and civic engagement. In my free time, I enjoy rollerblading, playing the bass, and practicing Taekwondo. I also love expressing myself through fashion and jewelry.
Connecticut
Connecticut
Aarshi Vasani
New Jersey
Hi! I’m Aarshi, the New Jersey Chapter Leader for Tiles for Hope, and I’m passionate about neuroscience, community service, and creating meaningful connections while making a positive impact in my community.
Jackson Chudy
Ohio
Jackson Chudy is a student from Ohio who is passionate about leadership, community service, and making a difference in the lives of others. He is involved in several school activities and athletics and has spent time volunteering and creating opportunities to give back to his community. Outside of school, Jackson is interested in business and finance and enjoys taking on new challenges and finding ways to make a positive impact.
Alex Lin
Minnesota
Sahasra Valavala
Florida
Hi! I’m Sahasra, a student who loves writing and learning about people, especially the experiences and stories that shape who they are. I’m hoping to major in neuroscience, and I’m especially interested in understanding the human mind and how it influences the way we think, feel, and connect with others. I’m excited to be part of Tiles for Hope and to use my interests to make a meaningful impact in my community.
Prisha Lamichhane
Maryland
Hi, I’m Prisha, a senior at Poolesville High School, MD. In my free time, I like reading, watching shows/movies, and doing nails!
Sai Mandadi
Arizona
Hello! My name is Sai Mandadi. I am a high schooler from Arizona. I love to play basketball, act, and help other people out! I am very curious about space, and my goal in life is to become an astrophysicist for NASA.
Soumil Arora
California
Soumil Arora – Class of 2028 – Gretchen Whitney High School
Aamin Sayed
Texas
I am a high school student from Texas who is excited to embark on a career path in the field of healthcare. My passion lies in serving others and making an effort to help the elderly and disabled live their lives better. Through Tiles for Hope, I would like to make an effort in contributing to the organization’s mission through connectivity and engagement and can’t wait to start making an impact!