PRESIDENT

Hello! I’m Aiden Miller, and I’m honored to serve as the next President for Beta Alpha Psi during the Spring 2026 semester. This is my final semester until I earn my B.S. in Accountancy and Analytics with a minor in Psychology. After graduation, I will be joining Grant Thornton as an Audit Intern in Tampa during Summer 2026, with plans on moving to Boston, MA to earn my CPA and be closer to family. 

Outside of academics, I enjoy reading, writing, going to the gym, and exploring the USF campus. I also love spending time with friends and finding new ways to stay active and inspired.

Joining Beta Alpha Psi has been the highlight of my college experience. Serving as the previous IS Director and presiding President, I am dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged community within the Delta Gamma Chapter. Whether you need a resource, a friend, or just someone to chat with, please do not hesitate to reach out or stop by my office hours!

Email: president@usfbap.org

Office Hours: Thursday 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

VICE PRESIDENT

Hi! My name is Salvador Pizano, and I have the honor of being the Vice President of Beta Alpha Psi’s Delta Gamma Chapter for the Spring 2026 semester. Currently, I am beginning my 3rd year in the USF Accounting & Analytics Bachelor’s program as a senior expected to graduate in December 2026. After graduation, I plan to pursue my Master’s degree in Accounting & Analytics and ultimately my CPA. 

Outside of school, I like to hang out with my friends, go to the gym, and listen to music. I love coffee and experiment with my own coffee bar at home. I am a big Nintendo fan and Cuco fan. I also really love Dr. Pepper and my cat. 

A mission of mine is to uplift others toward their best possible chance of success, especially in the neurodivergent community. As an autist myself, I am passionate about fostering spaces where differences are not just accommodated but valued. I strive to support others through encouragement, advocacy, and practical guidance so they can pursue their goals and achieve career success. Beta Alpha Psi has personally taught me an incredible amount of social and networking skills that I believe will help me further my career, which is what I wish to impart to others. As Vice President, I am here to serve anyone and everyone in our Delta Gamma Chapter, so please reach out to me if you have any questions, concerns, or need help with anything at all.

Email: vp@usfbap.org

Officer Hours: Monday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

TREASURER

Hi everyone! My name is Aryana Purvis, and I am so excited and honored to be the new Treasurer for the Spring 2026 semester! I am currently a senior with no other major or minor besides accounting, expecting to graduate this semester. After I graduate, I plan on starting the Master’s program here at USF during Summer 2026, and I have an internship at Mauldin & Jenkins lined up for the Fall.

A little about me outside of school: I love playing video games, reading, playing piano, and hanging out with my friends and family. I have lived in FL my entire life, so once I’m done with school, I hope to eventually move north to the Carolinas

Through ΒΑΨ, I have made a ton of new friends that I hang out with almost every day, built valuable connections with professionals, and found my first ever mentor. It has been such an incredible experience thus far, and I know it will only continue to provide me with amazing experiences. I am so excited to get to know everyone in the Delta Gamma Chapter, and I will do my very best to serve you well as your Treasurer!

Email: treasurer@usfbap.org

Officer Hours: Wednesday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

SECRETARY

Hi! I’m Missy Wang, and I have the pleasure of serving as your Secretary for Beta Alpha Psi Delta Gamma Chapter for the Spring 2026 semester. I am a senior majoring in Accountancy and Analytics with a minor in Marketing. After graduation, I plan to pursue my masters in accountancy here at USF whilst studying for the CPA. I’m originally from New York where I would like to reside in the future but right after graduation I plan to stay in the Tampa area.

Outside of school I like to explore new places, cultivate new experiences, and spend quality time with my family and friends.

Joining Beta Alpha Psi has been more than just being part of a club; it has helped me grow so much both professionally and personally. My candidacy semester is something I will always look back on and cherish. I was able to experience so many opportunities I never thought I would have, from serving on two committees to volunteering alongside amazing people and having a beta buddy who supported me throughout the process. I have always wanted a community where I felt comfortable being myself, and everyone in Beta Alpha Psi has been incredibly welcoming and supportive. As secretary, I want to be that person members can come to whenever they need help, support, or someone to listen.

Email: secretary@usfbap.org

Officer Hours: Monday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

REPORTER

Hello there, I’m Benny, a senior majoring in Accountancy and Analytics at the University of South Florida. As the Spring 2026 Reporter for Beta Alpha Psi - Delta Gamma Chapter, I manage our chapter’s newsletters and social media to keep members informed and engaged. My previous experience being part of the marketing committee at the Society of Asian Scientist and Engineering and Public Relation Officer for Whitehatters Computer Security Club (WCSC) gave me skills in creating content and increasing social media engagement. 

Being a candidate last semester granted me many opportunities to grow and form meaningful connections with people. I want to give back to the chapter, to help it grow and reach more students, and build an even stronger community within ΒΑΨ. 

Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions, concerns, or just want someone to talk to—I’m always down to chat. Now, it’s time for me to get back to writing the newsletter, so lights, camera, and we’re rolling!

Email: reporter@usfbap.org

Officer Hours: Tuesday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

INFORMATION SYSTEMS DIRECTOR

Hello, World! My name is Doan, and I’m proud to serve as your Information Systems Director for the Spring 2026 semester. I am a junior double majoring in Accounting and Information Systems with a minor in Risk Management.

I am currently interning at a local firm, but joining ΒΑΨ has definitely been the highlight of my time at USF. It’s been refreshing to befriend peers and mentors who are genuinely invested in each other's growth. Having access to that kind of authentic perspective and professional insight has really reinforced my love for the game as I move further into the accounting field. Outside of the classroom, I’m usually focused on improving my distance running or watching the NFL.

As your IS Director, I am the "architect" behind our chapter's digital touchpoints. While you might know me best for the website, my work also involves managing our Canvas integration and enterprise email communications. My goal is to transform our digital platforms into a unified ecosystem that secures our data and connects our members, allowing our technology to drive the chapter's mission forward seamlessly. If you’re reading this, I hope you’re enjoying the website I’ve built for our chapter!

Email: isdirector@usfbap.org

Office Hours: Thursday 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

FACULTY ADVISOR

Jennifer M. Cainas is a professor of instruction at the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy and currently serves as the Associate Dean for Financial Management and Business Operations for the Muma College of Business at the University of South Florida. Jennifer currently teaches large, mass lecture classes for introductory financial and managerial accounting. 

During her teaching career, Cainas has taught and mentored over 25,000 business students and has won numerous teaching awards at the college, university, state, and national level, including the J. Michael and Mary Anne Cook/Deloitte Foundation Prize in 2024. She is also the faculty advisor for the Delta Gamma Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi and received the national outstanding faculty advisor award sponsored by RSM, both in 2023 and in 2013.

Cainas completed her Doctor of Business Administration from the University of Florida and bachelor’s and graduate degrees in accountancy at the University of South Florida. She is also a licensed CPA in the State of Florida.

FACULTY ADVISOR

Luke Richardson is an associate professor of instruction and Kerkering Barberio Fellow in the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy. He teaches courses in taxation of individuals and business entities and is a past recipient of the Advisory Council’s Outstanding Teaching Award. He also serves as a faculty advisor for the Delta Gamma chapter of Beta Alpha Psi.

Richardson, a licensed CPA and lawyer in Florida, worked with Deloitte prior to taking his position at the university. He serves as an editor and author on Pearson’s Federal Taxation textbook and has published articles in practitioner journals such as Tax Notes, The Tax Adviser, and the Journal of Accountancy. He also continues in his professional practice and has been featured as a tax expert in many print and television news media outlets.

Richardson completed a juris doctorate at the Stetson University College of Law and bachelor’s and graduate degrees in accountancy at the University of South Florida.