The 37th Board
Aditya
Anushka
Alix
Marat
Zoja
Gaby
Chair
Marat Sharipov
I'm Marat Sharipov, Chair of the 37th MAA Board. I'm currently studying Business Administration with a minor in Machine Learning at the University of Amsterdam.
Career-wise, I have experience in marketing, negotiation, and portfolio management, although my interests span far beyond these fields. On a personal level, I greatly enjoy reading, history, and all kinds of sports, while travelling as often as I can.
Within MAA, my role focuses on leading the board and looking after our relationships with universities, partner associations, and the companies we work with. My goal for this year is to make it the best of our 36 years, while making sure every single member enjoys their time with us and learns something new along the way!
Vice chair
Anushka Garg
I’m Anushka Garg, the 37th Vice Chair of MAA, and I’m currently pursuing my Bachelor’s in Economics and Business Economics at the University of Amsterdam.
Within MAA, I am responsible for the financial and strategic side of the association, including budgeting, financial planning, and supporting the board in making financially sound decisions. I am also the main point of contact for our General Members and enjoy being involved in the wider community of the association. My main interests lie in finance, strategy, business development, and entrepreneurship.
Outside of academics and MAA, I love painting & art, travelling & history, reading & writing, and picking up random side quests every now and then to keep life interesting! I love learning something new every day, meeting new people, and having at least one problem to solve, whether that’s a Sudoku, something from university, or MAA.
Marketing Officer
Aditya Praveen Pandey
I’m Aditya Praveen Pandey, originally from India and currently based in Amsterdam, where I’m pursuing a Bachelor’s in Media and Culture.
My background spans fashion and jewellery design, theatre, and acting, giving me a multidisciplinary perspective on creativity, communication, and visual storytelling. At MAA, I serve as Marketing Officer, where I focus on translating our initiatives into a strong and cohesive visual identity while helping shape how we communicate with our community.
Beyond my academic and professional pursuits, I’m passionate about reading, horse riding, swimming, and discovering new places and perspectives through travel.
I’m looking forward to contributing to MAA’s growth and creating a strong visual narrative for the year ahead.
Internal Relations Officer
Alix de Carnière
Hi ! My name is Alix de Carnière and I am serving as the Internal Relations Officer on the 37th MAA Board.
I am currently finishing a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a minor in Conflict Studies at the University of Amsterdam. Career-wise, I have experience in PR, communications and marketing, acquired through years at a Parisian creative agency and various freelance missions for PFW. I also have a background in market analysis and research.
On a personal level, I enjoy literature, cinema, and gourmet food! I love travelling around with my backpack and practicing the languages I learn.
What ties it all together is my passion for connecting with people, which is what my position at MAA is all about. I look forward to meeting and supporting the 2026-27 MAA community!
External Relations Officer
Zoja Niczova
I am Zoja Niczova, a third-year Economics and Business Economics student with a strong interest in art and culture, currently pursuing a minor in Aesthetics while also working as a Teaching Assistant. Within the MAA, I am the External Relations Officer, responsible for establishing and fostering partnerships with companies and organisations. Through these collaborations, I aim to create valuable opportunities for students to engage with the professional world, expand their networks, and take meaningful steps towards building their careers.
Data and Growth Director
Gabrielle Page
Hello! I’m Gaby, originally from Denver, Colorado, and I’m excited to serve as the Data & Growth Officer of the MAA’s 37th Board! I’m currently pursuing my Master’s in Cultural Data & AI at the University of Amsterdam, where I also completed my Bachelor’s in Media & Culture, alongside minors in Economics & Sustainability and Politics.
Professionally, I’ve gained experience through internships at ING, Philips, and Western Union, working across communications, marketing, and strategy. During my board year, I hope to streamline the MAA’s internal systems, making life easier for our committees and fellow board members, while using data and feedback to continuously improve our events and member experience.
Outside of university and work, I love watching films, editing videos, exploring Amsterdam, and discovering new places whenever I get the chance. I'm always up for meeting new people, so don't hesitate to say hi if you see me at an MAA event!
