Welcome to Our Newest Young Professionsals
The World Affairs Council is proud to introduce our newest Young Professionals Cohort—leaders whose expertise, global outlook, and commitment to community will help shape the future of our organization. Each brings a unique perspective to our mission of promoting global understanding through education, exchange, and dialogue.
Please join us in welcoming these inspiring individuals to the Council:
Seth Higginbotham
LingoMix and University of Cincinnati International Admissions
Seth Higginbotham is passionate about fostering international connection and cross-cultural understanding in Greater Cincinnati. He works in international admissions at the University of Cincinnati and is the founder and president of LingoMix Cincy, a nonprofit that brings people together through languages and cultures. Seth holds a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Cincinnati and is completing his MA in political science. He enjoys studying languages and speaks Spanish and Portuguese, with some Mandarin as well. He looks forward to connecting with fellow globally minded young professionals through the World Affairs Council’s Young Professionals program.
Braden Lieungh
Truepoint Wealth Counsel
Braden is a Wealth Planning Senior Associate at Truepoint Wealth Counsel, where he helps individuals and families plan for their financial futures. Based in Cincinnati, he enjoys traveling, exploring local history and culture, and cheering on the Bengals. He is excited to join the World Affairs Council’s Young Professionals Committee and support its work connecting the region with global issues and leaders.
Simran Venkatraman
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Simran Venkatraman, Ph.D., is a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Cincinnati, where she focuses on the toxicogenomic safety profiling of ingredients used in consumer products. Originally from India and raised in Thailand, she has lived in four countries—Thailand, India, Malaysia, and the United States. Driven by a deep passion for global cultures, she loves exploring diverse traditions through their cuisines and recreating those authentic flavors in the kitchen.
