2025
Yvette Keel
North Carolina Beta Upsilon
Strength: Learner
This strength definitely is me. I love to learn.
Mentor
Leslie Koenck
Louisianna
Alpha Sigma
Strength: Achiever
When working with others, I focus on leading by example and collaborating with others to reach goals and complete tasks. I enjoy brainstorming ideas to help others attain their dreams.
Mentor
Joyce Perkins Kansas Beta Epsilon
Strength: Includer
I used my leadership includer strength to develop more leaders at the chapter and state level in Alpha Delta Kappa. I believe everyone is a leader so I look for ways to involve people who do not see themselves as leaders in roles where their strengths are needed.
Mentor
Linda Rissel
New Jersey Lambda
Strength: Achiever
I always share with others what work needs to be done. I set goals and make extensive lists and definitely CELEBRATE accomplishments!
Mentor
Barbara VanDyke Maryland Eta
Strength: Connectedness
I utilize my strength to foster a sense of calm and build collaborative relationships. By promoting unity and enhancing the perspectives of teams and groups, I facilitate understanding and demonstrate how individual contributions are integral to achieving overarching goals.
Board Chair
Lynn Blosser Missouri Beta Xi
Strength: Strategic
My top strength allows me to imagine possibilities, see patterns, make connections, and sort through the clutter to develop a clear path. I love what if...?!!!
Board Member
Emily Castillo Virginia Alpha Omicron
Strength: Harmony
I use this in my leadership by calmly discussing to find a compromise instead of wasting time with arguments.
Board Member
Jamie Hawkins Nevada Eta
Strength: Adaptability
A good leader not only recognizes when something needs to change, she actually makes that change!
IEB Liaison
Julie Kidd Virginia Beta Gamma Strength: Learner
As a learner, I get great satisfaction from learning with and from others.
Staff Liaison
Phyllis Robinette Colorado Eta
Strength: Activator
A good leader uses their passion, knowledge and influence to motivate others to join their team.