MEET THE OFFICERS

President

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Jack Laux is a 3rd-year Mechanical Engineering major. Since he first heard about the organization in 2019, Jack has always wanted to be an integral part of Gator TPED. He is eager to pursue a career in the theme park industry, his interest centering around mechanical show effects and ride development oversight. Jack thrives in a team setting, and is overjoyed when the final product comes into fruition.
 

His favorite attractions are Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Forbidden Eye, and Maverick

Internal Vice President

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Syon Aidt is a 3rd-year Mechanical Engineering major. He loves learning about the small details that help bring theme park attractions to life. One day, he hopes to work in the theme park industry to develop new attractions that will excite guests for years to come.
 
His favorite attractions are Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, Revenge of the Mummy, and Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment.

External Vice President

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Max Milder is a 3rd-year Industrial and Systems Engineering Major. He loves learning about all the operational considerations that go into theme parks. In the future, he hopes to work he hopes to work with data analytics and process improvement to improve the Guest experience.
 
His favorite attractions are Living with the Land, Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment, and Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind.

Treasurer

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Jacob Kesten is a 2nd-year Architecture major and Scenic Design minor. He loves exploring blue sky concepts and seeing how global architecture is transformed into immersive set fabrication. In the future, he hopes to design environments that shape guest emotions, from chilling haunted houses to warm familiar spaces that make guests feel connected.

His favorite attractions are Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment, and MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack.

Secretary

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​Eloisa Omedas is a 3rd-year Mechanical Engineering major. She enjoys learning about the innovative ways roller coasters are designed to create unique ride experiences while improving their performance and longevity. She hopes to find an internship in the industry where she can gain hands-on experience with new and emerging technologies and continue developing her skills as an engineer.
 
Her favorite ride is Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure because of its seamless combination of immersive storytelling and innovative roller coaster design.
 

Public Relations Chair

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Audrey Gorski is a 2nd year interior architecture student. She loves the creativity that comes along with the design, construction, and planning of a themed land. Audrey is constantly inspired to create and never stops ideating. She cannot wait to one day use her imagination and passion for the industry to innovate and bring the next generation of tourist sites and theme park attractions to life!
 
Her favorite attractions are Stardust Racers, Tron Lightcycle Run, Men in Black, and The Untrainable Dragon.

Recruitment Lead

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Liliana Howell is a 4th year Mechanical Engineering major with an Engineering Project Management Certificate. She enjoys the immersive, storytelling aspect of the themed entertainment industry that brings people together. In Spring 2027, she will be pursuing a Product Integrity internship to gain further insight into the industry.
 

Her favorite ride is Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, thanks to its use of OmniCoaster technology and immersive theming.