2025 CANDIDATES
Nominating Committee Member Juanda Honore
Nominating Committee Member Trena Lee Knight
Nominating Committee Chair Sabrina Barnes
Internal Audit Committee Chair Nicole Jules
Treasurer No Candidate Slated
Assistant Financial Secretary Tahnea Carter
Financial Secretary Jeanique “Nikki” Wells
Corresponding Secretary Joy May-Harris
Recording Secretary Christine Wood
Second Vice President Tiffany Christian
First Vice President Nalo Hamilton
President Erica Melbourne
CANDIDATE FOR Nominating Committee Member
Juanda Honore
Initiated Spring 1981
Theta Psi Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
I am motivated by my deep love for Delta and a desire to see our chapter continue to flourish through strong, principled leadership. I believe that when we uplift leaders who are committed, capable, and aligned with our core values, we ensure the chapter’s legacy of service and sisterhood endures.
As a member of the Nominating Committee, my vision is to help identify and elevate dynamic, committed leaders who embody the values and mission of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Chapter members can trust me because I bring proven leadership experience, a strong sense of integrity, and a deep commitment to the mission and values of Delta Sigma Theta. I have a genuine desire to serve and keep in mind the best interests of our chapter and its continued success.
CANDIDATE FOR Nominating Committee Member
Trena Lee Knight
Initiated Spring 1993
Pi Chi Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
I'm motivated to serve in this role because I’m passionate about helping build strong, effective leadership within our chapter. I’ll ensure the chapter thrives by promoting fairness, encouraging diverse participation, and aligning leadership choices with our members’ needs and long-term goals.
My vision for the chapter in this position is to help build a strong, diverse, and dynamic leadership team that reflects the values and goals of our membership. I aim to ensure that we are identifying and nominating individuals who are not only qualified but also passionate about driving our chapter forward. By bringing transparency, inclusivity, and thoughtful consideration to the nominating process, I hope to contribute to a culture of integrity, collaboration, and growth. Ultimately, my goal is to support a leadership structure that empowers every member and strengthens the future of our chapter.
Chapter members should trust me in this role because I lead with integrity, listen actively, and always put the best interests of the chapter first. My experience has taught me the value of collaboration and transparency, and I’m committed to making fair, thoughtful decisions that reflect the voices and needs of our members.
CANDIDATE FOR Nominating Committee Chair
Sabrina Barnes Initiated Fall 1985
Theta Psi Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
I am excited to identify and help develop the next class of strong leaders who will take IAC to new heights.
As a Charter Member I am deeply committed to the health and success of the chapter. Serving as Nominating Committee Chair will allow me to contribute to the strength and growth of our chapter, which is essential to our sisterhood and our impact in the community.
How will I ensure the Chapter thrives? I will work closely with the current chapter leadership to align the nominating process with the chapter's strategic priorities. This will help us recruit leaders who are well-equipped to drive the chapter forward. I will also maintain open communication with the chapter membership, fostering engagement and a shared sense of purpose.
We are IAC!
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
My vision is to present a full slate of candidates that possess the necessary position specific skills, team spirit, and willingness to serve/grow.
I have a proven track record of working for and on behalf of IAC and the City of Inglewood.
CANDIDATE FOR Internal Audit Chair
Nicole Jules
Initiated Spring 1998
Inglewood Alumnae Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
I am motivated to serve as the Internal Audit Committee chair to support the chapter with its fiscal responsibilities. My commitment to serving in this role will contribute to the Chapter's ability to thrive.
My vision is to adhere to the procedures listed and outlined in the Internal Audit Manual. I will work with the internal audit committee and financial officers to timely and expeditiously collect and review financial records in accordance with the scheduled recommended by the National Internal Audit Committee.
Chapter members should trust me to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role because I have a proven track record of serving previously as a financial officer and member of the internal audit committee. During my service, I was completed dedicated and committed to my position.
CANDIDATE FOR Assistant Financial Secretary Tahnea Carter
Initiated Spring 2019
Xi Lambda Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
I have had the honor of being in this role for the chapter after learned the new and changed responsibilities. Forging a new system of practices has been challenging and rewarding. I want to continue to improve the new practices the finance committee has for this role.
Tahnea Carter
For the chapter to continue to have efficient audits by creating and practicing effective financial record keeping.
I have acted with integrity in this role and ensured that the chapter’s interests are thought of in every process. I am always open to questions and recommendations from the general body and Executive Committee. Transparency is vital in the work this role is responsible for and ensuring all members are reassured that they can trust the person doing the work.
CANDIDATE FOR Financial Secretary
Jeanique “Nikki” Wells
Initiated Spring 1993
Nu Upsilon Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
I enjoy getting to know sorors and working closely with the Executive Board. In addition, a strong fiscal foundation is not only critical for IAC, but is the cornerstone of grand chapter as a whole which motivates me to continue my role.
I will ensure the chapter continues to thrive by continuing to help create a chapter climate and environment that is sisterly, affirming, flexible, graceful, and rooted in excellence.
Accurate and timely fiscal records.
I have a track record of being transparent, responsive, honest, and efficient.
CANDIDATE FOR Corresponding Secretary
Joy May-Harris
Initiated Spring 2019
Inglewood Alumnae Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
I am motivated to SERVE as Corresponding Secretary because I am deeply committed to the mission and legacy of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. We are a service sorority, first and foremost, and I believe that strong, effective communication is the foundation of an efficient and thriving chapter, and I am eager to contribute my leadership experience and organizational skills to this vital role. Having served in various leadership capacities in my professional career, I understand the importance of clear, timely, and professional correspondence in ensuring the success of an organization.
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
My vision for the chapter in this position is to ensure clear, professional, and timely communication that strengthens our chapter’s efficiency, engagement, and impact. As Corresponding Secretary, I will uphold the integrity of our correspondence by ensuring that all written communications whether internal or external reflect the excellence and purpose of Delta Sigma Theta.
Chapter members should trust me to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role because I bring a proven track record of leadership, integrity, and dedication to service. Throughout my career as a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, and now Executive Director, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to communicate effectively, maintain accurate records, and manage critical information with professionalism and discretion. These skills directly align with the responsibilities of Corresponding Secretary, and I am committed to executing them with excellence. Moreover, I am deeply invested in the success of our chapter and the advancement of Delta Sigma Theta’s mission.
CANDIDATE FOR Recording Secretary
Christine Wood
Initiated Spring 2019
Inglewood Alumnae Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
I want to continue to support our current leadership as she continues to uplift and inspire our sisterhood, service, and scholarship.
My goal is to continue to provide our members with documentation and archiving of our official documents and record.
I hope the members of IAC continue to trust me to record and archive our organizational documents, while supporting our leadership with respect and dignity as we all fulfill our mission within the Inglewood community.
CANDIDATE FOR 2nd Vice President
Tiffany Christian Initiated Spring 1995
Mu Chi Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
IammotivatedtoservebecauseIgenuinelyenjoyleadingandinspiringothers.As Second Vice President, I combine my passion for leadership with creativity to designprogramsthatenergizeandempowerourmembers.
My focus will be on strengthening membership engagement through meaningful, mission-driven opportunities for sorors to grow, connect, and contribute. I will also prioritize building impactful and innovative sisterhood programs that foster a culture of support, unity, and collaboration ensuring everysororfeelsvalued,inspired,andengaged.
Through intentional relationship-building, mentorship, and engagement, I aim to cultivate a strong foundation of empowered sorors who feel truly connected to IACandinspiredtoserve.
My vision is to cultivate a dynamic and engaged membership committed to excellence in service, leadership, and sisterhood. I will foster a culture of involvement by creating meaningful opportunities for members to participate, grow,andlead ensuringeverysororfeelsvaluedandempowered.
Throughmentorship,training,andcollaboration,wewillbuildastrongfoundation whereallmemberscontributetoourcollectivesuccess.Strengtheningthebonds ofsisterhoodwillremainapriority,aswecreateasupportive,inclusivespacethat celebratesoursharedvaluesandupliftsoneanother.
Together,wewillimplementimpactfulinitiativesfocusedoneducation,economic empowerment, social justice, and health awareness. Through strategic partnershipsandpurposefulservice,wewillcontinuetomakealastingimpactin thecityofInglewood.
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
Chapter members can trust me to represent their interests and lead effectively because I have successfully served in this role before and understand its responsibilities. My experience has equipped me with the skills to support our chapter,engagemembers,andensureourworkalignswithourmission.
I am deeply committed to our sorority’s values of service, leadership, and sisterhood. I lead with transparency, approachability, and dependability always listening,encouragingparticipation,andworkingtostrengthenourchapter.
With experience, dedication, and a true passion for our sisterhood, I am committedtohelpingIACthriveandcontinuemakingameaningfulimpact.
CANDIDATE FOR 1st Vice President
Nalo Hamilton
Initiated Spring 2004
Nashville Alumnae Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
I am motivated to serve because of the examples that have been set for me. I am motivated to serve as an example for others to follow and to improve upon.
To develop dynamic programming that impacts the Inglewood community.
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
As a member of this Chapter I understand that I am a piece of the whole. My goal is to always serve the best interest of the members, remaining open to feedback and adjusting when necessary to meeting their evolving needs. By doing so, each program will reflect the collective contribution of the members & promote fairness and positive outcomes for all.
CANDIDATE FOR President
Erica Melbourne
Initiated Spring 1998
Inglewood Alumnae Chapter
What motivates you to serve in this role, and how will you ensure that the chapter continues to thrive?
What motivates me to serve as chapter president is the unwavering belief that if we want to see change, we must be the change. As I reflected on my platform from 2023, I realized there are still important goals left to accomplish, and I am eager for the opportunity to lead our chapter toward achieving them.
I am committed to continuing the work already in motion, particularly in strengthening our partnerships with elected officials and community partners. These relationships will not only expand IAC's service impact but also help reduce thefiscalresponsibilitiesonourchapter.Iamalsodedicated tosupportingour2VPinre-engagingourmembership,with a focus on healthy reclamation and fostering a genuine collegiate/alumnaeexchange.
Additionally, I plan to revitalize our LEAD program, focusing on developing successful members and leaders within Delta. I will also collaborate with the FUNdraising Committee to create a signature fundraising initiative or engage the chapter in a courageous discussion where we have 80% of the membership commit to AND follow through with contributing to the Founders Pledge, which will fundraise for our scholarships.
What is your vision for the chapter in this position?
Why should chapter members trust you to represent their interests and lead effectively in this role?
My vision for IAC is to cultivate a membership that is deeply committed to the ideals and tenets of our national organization and its strategic priorities. We will achieve this by developing innovative signature programs and projects that directly address the unique needs of the Inglewood community. Additionally, we will be intentional with our time and resources, prioritizing the internal development of our members by investing in one another’s growth and success. This commitment to both community impact and member development will strengthen our chapter and ensure that we continue to thrive and lead with purpose.
I believe I have consistently demonstrated leadership qualities that reflect my honesty, trustworthiness, reliability, and unwavering dedication to IAC, its interests, and the Inglewood community. I am fully committed to ensuring our jewel of a chapter continues to shine brightly and gain recognition…not just within our city, but across the region and on the national level. I am proud to carry forward the legacy of Inglewood as a chapter known for its hard work and impactful contributions. I also understand that whenever I represent our chapter, whether locally or beyond, I am representing not just myself but the interests of our membership. I am deeply devoted to advancing the mission of IAC and ensuring that the work we do leaves a lasting, meaningful impact.
CHAPTER OFFICER Duties
Chapter President
Provides leadership and gives administrative guidance and direction to the structure and programming of thechapter.
Officiallyrepresentsthechapter.
Serves as chapter Voting Delegate for National Convention and Regional Conference; reports Grand Chapter updates back to the body at the first business meeting after the National ConventionorRegionalConference. OverseesChapterOperations.
Oversees and adheres to the responsibilities of the President in thecurrentFiscalOfficersManual.
Leads ritualistic services and ceremonies
Appoints all Chairs, Co-Chairs and committee members unless designated by election or the chapter Policies and Procedures.
Fills vacancies according to the “Filling Vacancies” section of policies andprocedures.
Ensures corporate accountability reports are completed and submitted, and that chapter compliance is met by established deadlines.
Reviews and approves all chapter communications,publications,etc.
Submits a copy of correspondence (National Headquarters, Regional, State, and Local) to appropriate committees.
Reviews and approves all chapter communications,publications,etc.
Submits a copy of correspondence (National Headquarters, Regional, State, andLocal)toappropriatecommittees.
Serves as chair of Executive Committee(EC)andExecutiveBoard (EB).
Signsallcontractsforthechapter. Conducts a transition meeting involving incoming and outgoing elected officers, elected committee chairsandmembers.
Ensures the chapter operates under anapprovedbudget.
Is one of three persons authorized to sign all Purchase Orders (PO’s), reimbursement Vouchers and checks(exceptherowncheck). ServesasmemberoftheBudgetand FinanceCommittee.
Serves as ex officio member of chapter committees, except the Elections Committee (when she is a candidate), Nominating Committee andInternalAuditCommittee.
Serves as a member of the Minerva Circlebyvirtueofposition
Reviews the Internal Audit report prior to the Internal Audit Chair submitting in the Red Zone by the duedates.
Completes and signs and ensures thatallFiscalOfficershavecompleted and signed the Acceptance of Fiduciary Responsibility Form and keeps them for as long as they are in that office and she is President. Submits the forms to the Grand ChapterviatheRedZone.
CHAPTER OFFICERDuties
Chapter President (Cont’d)
Votesonlyinmattersofsecretballotand/ortobreakatievote.
Performs other duties as noted in the Chapter Management Handbook, the Fiscal OfficersManualandasdirectedbyGrandChapter
Possesses key(s) and/or access codes, in conjunction with the chapter Custodian, to enter the storage unit that the chapter may lease for storing/securing Chapter properties
First Vice President
Performs all duties of the office of President, with the exception of the fiscal and Minerva Circle duties, at the request of, in the absence of, or upon the resignation or incapacitation of the President.
Serves as Alternate Delegate to National Convention and/or Regional Conference; reports Grand Chapter updates back to the body at the first business meeting after National Convention or Regional Conference in conjunction with the Chapter President.
Serves as Chair of the Program Planning and Development Committee.
Assists the President in appointing programchairpersons.
Serves as a member of the Executive Committee and Executive Board.
Serves as a member of the Budget andFinanceCommittee.
Performs other duties as noted in the Chapter Management Handbook and asdirectedbyGrandChapter.
Serves as Chair and coordinates external public service projects and all program committees, including national initiatives, charitable partnerships, and coordinates the chapter program awards presentation including all National and Regional submissions
Serves as a liaison and ex-officio member to all Chapter public service projects (Arts & Letters, Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy, Dr. Jeanne L. Noble Delta GEMS, EMBODI, Physical and Mental Health, International AwarenessandInvolvementandSocial Action) and internal program (Scholarship)committees
Shall maintain the Chapter calendar of meeting dates and maintain and distribute the calendar at the beginning of the Sorority year and coordinatecommitteemeetingnotices to the chapter.Votes only in matters of secretballotand/ortobreakatievote.
CHAPTER OFFICER Duties
First Vice President (cont’d)
Second Vice President
Performs specific duties, with the exception of the fiscal and Minerva Circle duties in absence of and at requestofthePresident.
Serves as Alternate Delegate to National Convention and/or Regional Conference;iftheFirstVicePresidentis unable to attend and reports Grand Chapter updates back to the body at thefirstbusinessmeetingafterNational Convention or Regional Conference in conjunction with the Chapter President.
SecondVicePresident
Serves as chair of the Membership Services Committee, maintains a list of Sorors for the purpose of reclamation and verification of membership, maintains membership engagement andsendscourtesiesfollowingchapter meetings.
Did You Know?
If a member is slated for and gets elected to two offices or positions, she must select which office/position she will accept immediately after getting elected to both. The office/position she does not accept will be treated as a vacancy and the chapter will follow the procedures for “Filling Vacancies”.
Assists the President in appointing appropriatecommitteechairpersons.
Serves as a member of the Executive CommitteeandExecutiveBoard.
Coordinates other activities as deemed necessarybythePresident.
Performs other duties as noted in the Chapter Management Handbook and as directedbyGrandChapter.
Prepares and maintains the chapter directory.
Acknowledges 25, 50, and 75-year membershipinSorority.
CoordinatesIACnewmemberorientationfor recently reclaimed/collegiate transitioned sororsjoiningthechapter.
Serves as member of the Budget and FinanceCommittee.
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CHAPTER OFFICER Duties
Second Vice President (cont’d) Recording Secretary
Recordsaccurateminutesofallchapter business meetings, Executive Board, specialandcalledmeetings.
Ensures minutes of previous Executive Board or Chapter meetings are presented to the President within two weeksfollowingthemeeting.
Distributes copies of previous minutes to members at current Executive Board,ChapterMeetingorifapplicable postedintheMembersOnlysectionof thechapterwebsite.
Responsible for accurate records of attendance at chapter and Executive Boardmeetings.
Recordsallchaptervotes.
Obtains, maintains and secures all minutes and committee reports in a permanentmediaofrecord.
Ensures chapter adheres to document retentionpolicies.
Serves as the custodian of all of the chapter’srecords.
Performs other duties as noted in the Chapter Management Handbook and asdirectedbyGrandChapter.
Certifiesaquorumatallregular,special, andexecutiveboardmeetings.
Corresponding Secretary
Assists the President with the official correspondenceoftheChapter Readscorrespondencestomembership duringchaptermeeting.
Sendsmeetingnoticestomembership. Picks up the mail weekly from the chapter'spostofficeboxandmakesthe President aware of all incoming correspondence.
Advises Chapter President of all correspondence received before distributing to chapter officers and committee chairs.
Distributes committee correspondence toappropriateChairordesignee. Provides a log of National, Regional, State and Local correspondence at Executive Board meetings and to membersatbusinessmeetings.
At the direction of the president, sends writtennoticeatleastten(10)daysprior to: the election of chapter officers; election of committee chairs and members; vote to proceed or not to proceed with membership intake; and votingontheacceptanceofapplicants into the sorority. Written notice may include email, USPS, or other appropriate forms of communication deemed acceptable by the Regional Director.
Responsible for obtaining, maintaining andsecuringallyearlycorrespondence inapermanentfile/folder.
Performs other duties as noted in the Chapter Management Handbook and asdirectedbyGrandChapter.
CHAPTER OFFICER Duties
Financial Secretary
Adheres to responsibilities of the Financial Secretary role in the Fiscal OfficersManual.
Receives, issues receipts for and keeps recordsofallincomeandrelatedfunds totheChapter.
Coordinates with the Treasurer to ensure that all receipts for funds collected are deposited within two (2) businessdays.
Oneofthreepersonsauthorizedtosign bankchecks.Positiondoesnotsignher owncheck.
Assists Treasurer in the preparation of Grand Chapter dues payments and annualfinancialreport. Preparesawrittenandverbalreportfor presentation at each monthly ExecutiveBoardandChaptermeeting. This report will reflect a summarization of all income received for the period excludinginterest.
Notifies Corresponding Secretary and Presidenttoalertmembersviachapter correspondenceregardingtheamount anddeadlineofduescollection
Serves as member of Budget and Financecommittee.
Serves as a member of the Minerva Circle.
Notifies the Chapter President regarding any lapse of eligibility of chapter officers, appointed/elected positions, committee chairs and committeemembers.
Transacts all business in Executive Board or, sorority meetings (including writing checks), or special business meetings at the request of the President.
Prepares the roster of financial chapter members.
Completes and signs the Acceptance ofFiduciaryResponsibilityForm. Responsible for turning books over to Internal Audit Committee two weeks after the fiscal year closes or at the requestofInternalAuditChair.
Performs other duties as noted in the Chapter Management Handbook and asdirectedbyGrandChapter. Attendsfiscalwebinars,workshopsand trainings offered by Grand Chapter, Regional and Cluster meetings, or any otherDeltabusinessmeetings
National Convention and Regional Conference Attendance Definition
Any soror who registered for the 2019 National Convention received attendance credit whether she attended or not.
Any soror who registered and attended the 2020 Virtual Regional Conference (live or playback) received attendance credit.
Any soror who registered and attended the 2021 and 2023 Hybrid National Conventions (In-person or virtual) received attendance credit
Any soror who registered and attended the 2022 and 2024 Hybrid Regional Conference (in-person or virtual) received attendance credit.
CHAPTER OFFICER Duties
Internal Audit Committee Chair
Audits the chapter’s records on a quarterlyandannualbasisinaccordance withtheprocedureslistedintheInternal AuditManual.
Establishesaschedulefortheyearasto when the audit will be completed and whenrecordswillbecollected.
Collects the required financial records fromthefinancialofficersinaccordance with the schedule recommended by theNationalInternalAuditCommittee. The financial records should be returned to the fiscal officers as soon as possible, but before the next scheduledExecutiveBoardmeeting. A draft of the audit report should be discussed with the fiscal officers before theAuditreportisfinalized. Makes a report to the chapter of the summary audit findings and makes recommendations for improvements, if any.
Submits the quarterly Internal Audit Report on-line in the Red Zone in accordance with the Internal Audit Manualschedule.
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Second Vice President (cont’d)
Provides the Detailed Audit report to the Recording Secretary and make it available for review at the Executive BoardandChaptermeetings.
IftheservicesofaCPAarerequired,the chair will coordinate with the treasurer toprovidethebookstotheCPAforthe externalRevieworAudit.
The chairperson will complete the Annual Internal Audit Report (IAR-1) in the Red Zone and upload the documents obtained from the CPA andtheSignaturePages(signedbythe audit committee members) into the Red Zone by the required deadlines outlinedintheInternalAuditmanual. Reviews the CPAs report with the presidentandfinancialofficers,thenthe ExecutiveBoardandfinallythechapter. Performs other duties as noted in the Internal Audit Manual and as directed byGrandChapter.
The outgoing Chair maintains membership on the committee until the first quarter audit report and first IAR-1 is completed by the new committee
CHAPTER OFFICER Duties
Assistant Financial Secretary
Performs all duties of the office of Financial Secretary except for signing checksandMinervaCircleduties,atthe request of, in the absence of, or upon the resignation or incapacitation of the FinancialSecretary.
ServesasamemberoftheBudgetand FinanceCommittee
Completes and signs Acceptance of FiduciaryResponsibilityForm.
Second Vice President (cont’d)
Performsotherdutiesasnotedinthe Fiscal Officers Manual, Chapter Management Handbook and as directedbyGrandChapter. Notifies the general membership of allduesdeadlines.
Attends fiscal webinars, workshops and trainings offered by Grand Chapter, Regional and Cluster meetings, or any other Delta businessmeetings.
Nominating Chair and Members
The committee will consist of one (1) Chairperson and two (2) members of thechapter.
Thecommitteewillsolicitandreceive nominations from chapter members for all elected officers and positions, including the Minerva Circle, Delta of the Year, and other special chapter Awards/Recognitions to create a slateofcandidates
Distribute and maintain campaign guidelinesandhostacandidateforum. Develop a candidates’ profile form to be distributed with the slate of candidates.
Members of the Nominating Committeewillbeelectedbyamajority vote of the members present and votingatthetimeofchapterelectionsin May.
Did You Know?
MembersoftheNominating Committeewhodecidetorunfor anelectedpositionmustresign fromthecommitteebeforethe “CallforNominations”isissued? Otherwise,shewillbedeemed ineligibletobeslatedortorun fromthefloor?
CHAPTER OFFICER Duties
Second Vice President (cont’d) Treasurer
Adheres to responsibilities of the TreasurerintheFiscalOfficersManual. Monitors expenditures of the Chapter budget.
Is one of three persons authorized to sign all Purchase Orders (PO’s), Reimbursement Vouchers and checks (exceptherowncheck).
Disburses all outgoing funds, such as purchase orders, chapter member reimbursements and committee expenses
Serves as keeper of chapter funds and accounts for all income and expenditures.
Prepares a written and verbal report for presentationateachmonthlyExecutive Board and Chapter meeting of the written bank reconciliation. This report will reflect an exact statement of income, disbursements and summary ledgeronamonthlybasis.
Balancesmonthlybankstatementsand merchant and/or electronic payment systemaccounts.
Serves as Chair of the Budget and FinanceCommittee.
Disburses and processes chapter expensevouchersforreimbursement.
Works closely with the Financial Secretary to ensure all financial records areaccurate.
Deposits all funds within two (2) businessdaysofreceiptbytheFinancial Secretary.
Notifies individuals and the Financial Secretary of checks returned by the bank for insufficient funds and the chargeforeachreturnedcheck.
Ensures the bookkeeping policies are followed as outlined in the current FiscalOfficersManual.
Transacts all financial business in Executive Board or sorority meetings (including writing checks), or special businessmeetingsattherequestofthe President.
Checks relevant budgets prior to issuingchecks.
Ensures voucher process is used for disbursementoffunds
Retains copies of all expense receipts along with reimbursement vouchers submittedforpayment.
Responsible for turning books over to the Internal Audit Committee two weeks after the fiscal year closes or at therequestoftheInternalAuditChair. Ensuresallfiscalofficersarebonded. Completes and signs the Acceptance ofFiduciaryResponsibilityForm. Performs other duties as noted in the Fiscal Officers Manual, Chapter Management Handbook and as directedbyGrandChapter.
Possesses current or prior work experience in accounting, finance, or budgeting.
Attendsfiscalwebinars,workshopsand trainings offered by Grand Chapter, Regional and Cluster meetings, or any otherDeltabusinessmeetings.
PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES
Campaigning
Campaigndonationsandexpenditurecannotexceedatotalof$200.00. CandidatesmayacceptcontributionsfromDeltasandnon-Deltas.
Once a candidate has reached the donation limit, she must stop accepting monetaryandin-kinddonations.
Candidates are encouraged to use the “bcc” (blind carbon copy) option whensendingcampaigncommunication.Thisallowseachrecipienttoonly seeheremailaddress.
WithapprovaloftheNominatingCommittee,candidatesmayusemember directoriesofthechaptertocampaign.
Email addresses must not be connected to the candidate’s business/work orofficialroleintheSorority.
CandidatesmustadheretoandabidebytheDeltaTechnologyGuidelines. Candidates are not required to seek permission for photographs used in their campaign, either in print or electronic form (e.g., email, video, website, etc.).
Candidates, who use pictures of others, MUST include the following disclaimer on all campaign materials (websites, emails, videos, flyers, postcards, ads, etc.) whether or not the candidate has or has not received permissiontouseanindividual’sphotograph.
Example:
PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES
Alleged Campaign Violations
Anychaptermembermayreportanallegedcampaignviolation.
The decision to disqualify or not to disqualify an applicant or candidate restswiththeChapterNominatingCommittee.
The candidate may report the decision to the Regional Director, Regional Representative and Member of National Scholarship & Standards for review to uphold or not to uphold the decision of the chapter Nominating Committeetodisqualifyanapplicantorcandidate.
An alleged violation is reported in writing to the Chair of the Nominating Committee.
Any alleged violation that occurs must be reported within 48 hours of discovery.
The Chair of the Nominating Committee must reply in writing to the reporteracknowledgingreceiptoftheallegationwithin48hours.
Based upon an initial investigation conducted by the Chair and Members oftheNominatingCommittee,theChairoftheNominatingCommitteewill notifytheapplicant/candidateoftheallegation.
The applicant/candidate may submit a written statement and supporting documentationtotheChairoftheNominatingCommitteewithin72hours ofnotificationofallegedviolation.
TheChairoftheNominatingCommitteewillnotifytheapplicant/candidate ofherdisqualificationorreinstatementasanapplicant/candidate. Iftheapplicant/candidateisdisqualified,thenhercampaignisended.
The Regional Director, Regional Representative and Scholarship & Standards member will either uphold the disqualification or overturn the Nominating Committee’s recommendation to disqualify the applicant/candidate.
The Regional Director, Regional Representative, and Scholarship & Standards member will inform the candidate with a copy to the Chair of theNominatingCommittee.
NOMINATING
Timeline
January8,2025 Present Rubric and Candidate Application
January18,2025 Present recommended documents to Chapter for Vote
February1,2025 Distribute Call for Nominations
February2,2025 Top 5 Leadership Roundtable (Virtual)
February16,2025 Application Deadline 11:59 p.m. (PST)
March6,2025
Present Slate to Executive Board for Information Only Notification of Slating Status
April19,2025 Present Slate to Chapter Open Floor for Nominations - All nominations from the floor must be determined “eligible” prior to being slated. Nominations from the floor are only taken at this meeting and not the day of elections
April21,2025 Slate of Candidates Released
April23,2025 Campaigning Begins
May1,2025 Candidates Forum
May17,2025
Campaigning Ends at 9:30 a.m. (prior to the launch of the election ballot)
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