MEET OUR 2027 PLANNING COMMITTEE MEMBER

Devin Benjamin

Devin is from Hanover, Massachusetts, and is a Marketing major at the University of Massachusetts Amherst entering her senior year. This year, she serves as Co-President of the Women of Isenberg, and has previously been the Vice President of Marketing & Communications, a Marketing & Communications Committee Member, and a Marketing & Communications Community Council Member. One thing Devin is looking forward to as a member of the committee again is watching the conference continue to grow and flourish, as it does every year. She wanted to be involved again because Women of Isenberg has given her a strong sense of community and has helped her grow both professionally and socially throughout her college experience. In addition to her involvement on the committee, Devin works as a Member Services Assistant at the Recreation and Wellbeing Center on campus. This summer, she will be interning at Ardelyx in Waltham, Massachusetts, as a Corporate Communications Intern. In her free time, Devin enjoys playing guitar, going on walks, and spending time on Lake Winnipesaukee with family and friends.

Diya Deliwala

Diya is a rising senior at the University of Massachusetts Amherst pursuing a degree in Finance through the Isenberg School of Management, with a minor in Psychology and pursuing a Business Analytics Certificate. Originally from Upton, Massachusetts, she has been involved with Women of Isenberg since her freshman year and is excited to serve as Co-President for the upcoming year. Throughout her time with WOI, Diya has held several leadership roles, including serving as a Student Ambassador during her sophomore year and as a member of the Operations and Event Management Committee during her junior year. These experiences have allowed her to connect with inspiring women, develop her leadership skills, and contribute to meaningful programming for the Isenberg community. Outside of WOI, Diya serves as the Director of Marketing and Communications for the UMass Amherst chapter of 180 Degrees Consulting and works as a Program Assistant for the Office of Faculty Development at UMass. As Co-President, Diya is excited to support the executive board, strengthen collaboration across committees, and continue fostering a welcoming community where members can grow both personally and professionally. In her free time, Diya enjoys getting lost in a good book, traveling, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.

Ryann Heim-Sherwood

Ryann Heim-Sherwood is a senior Marketing student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, originally from Newtown, CT. Ryann has grown steadily within the Women of Isenberg organization over the past three years, beginning as a Community Council Member her sophomore year, advancing to the Marketing & Communications team her junior year, and now stepping into the role of Community Outreach Lead on the 2027 Planning Committee. Ryann is eager to leverage her experience and dedication to help deliver an impactful and memorable event, and is deeply motivated by the opportunity to empower the next generation of women in business. Beyond her involvement with WOI, Ryann is committed to making a difference across the UMass campus. She serves as President of UMass Special Olympics, works as a Teaching Assistant for a first-year seminar in the Isenberg School of Management and also as a Residential Service Desk Customer Service Associate in some of the first-year residence halls. This summer, Ryann will be putting her Marketing expertise into practice as a Marketing Intern with the Amherst Business Improvement District, where she will contribute to strengthening and promoting the local business community. Outside of the classroom and campus involvement, Ryann enjoys exploring everything the Pioneer Valley has to offer, whether that's hiking local trails, taking walks through campus, or settling in with a great book.

Yasha Devate

Yasha Devate is a rising senior from Nashua, NH, who is an Honors Marketing major and is also pursuing a Business Analytics certificate. She has been involved with Women of Isenberg since her sophomore year, starting on the Operations team and helping bring the annual WOI Conference to life behind the scenes. This year, she is excited to serve as the Community Council and Colleges/Departments Outreach Lead for the 2027 Conference Planning Committee. Outside of WOI, Yasha is the Marketing Instagram Manager for Isenberg and a Residential Assistant. She is spending her summer as a Marketing Growth Analyst Intern at My-Take, where she works on community growth, marketing strategy, and consumer insights. She loves finding creative ways to connect with people, tell stories, and build communities through marketing. When she's not in class, at an internship, or planning events, you'll probably find her with a camera in hand. Yasha loves photography, videography, content creation, and documenting everything from campus events to everyday moments with friends. She is excited to continue giving back to an organization that has played such a big role in her college experience and looks forward to helping create a conference that inspires, connects, and empowers the next generation of women in business.

Radhika Maheshwari

Radhika Maheshwari is a senior from Delhi, India, majoring in Finance and pursuing a Business Analytics Certificate at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She is also a member of the Commonwealth Honors College. Radhika has been involved with Women of Isenberg since her sophomore year, serving as both a Community Council Member and Student Ambassador, and is excited to serve as the Sponsorship and Finance Lead for the 2027 Women of Isenberg Conference. Passionate about creating opportunities for women to connect, grow, and lead, she looks forward to building strong industry partnerships and helping deliver an inspiring conference experience that empowers the next generation of business leaders.

Outside of WOI, Radhika serves as a Career Peer Advisor at the Chase Career Center, a Project Manager at 180 Degrees Consulting, a Teaching Assistant for Financial Modeling and the Isenberg Freshman Transitions course, and a Peer Mentor with Residential Life. This past summer, she worked as a Financial Advisor Intern at FR Investments Group and an Equity Research Analyst with Orion Equity Research Group, gaining hands-on experience in financial planning, investment research, and market analysis.

In her free time, she enjoys cafe hopping, baking, reading, traveling, and exploring new places with friends.

Ariel Grossman

Ariel Grossman is from Bedford, MA, and she is majoring in Management. She is planning to graduate in three years, with a graduation date of May 2028. For the 2026 conference, Ariel was a Student Ambassador, moderating the Growing New Pathways: Women Making Space in Male-Dominated Fields panel. This year, she is excited strengthen her leadership capabilities as the Vice President of Operations. Additionally, she hopes to build relationships, develop her event management skills, and grow as a young professional. At UMass, Ariel is also involved in the Isenberg Management Association, and on the side, she owns a video montage business called Montages by Ariel. This past summer, she worked at TJX as a Buying Intern within the Marshalls and T.J.Maxx Dresses Department. In her free time, Ariel enjoys reading, going to the gym, and spending time outdoors.