Alpha xi delta Convention 2017 Program by Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity

Table of Contents

1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table of Contents & Greek Letter Guide 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Welcome Letter 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pop-In Information 4 - 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shining Stars & Foundation Ribbons 6 - 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social Media Contest & Photoboxx 8 - 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alpha Xi Delta Strategic Priorities 2015-2017 1 0 - 1 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elements of Wellbeing 1 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, July 5th Schedule 1 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, July 6th Schedule 1 4 - 2 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday Educational Sessions 2 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, July 7th Schedule 2 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, July 8th Schedule 3 0 - 3 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday Training Sessions 3 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Session Keynote Speaker, Kindra Hall 3 7 - 5 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Educational & Training Session Speakers 5 2 - 5 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Directory 5 5 - 6 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sponsors, Advertisements and Notes Section

- G reek Letter G u i d e-

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Welcome to Chicago, Sisters! Our Convention theme, “Reaching Magnificent Milestones”, is a wonderful ref lection of our host city. Did you know that Chicago is the home to the world’s first skyscraper built in 1885? Or, that the first Ferris wheel made its debut in Chicago at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition? The first all-color TV station debuted in Chicago, and the Chicago Cultural Center, the first free municipal cultural center in the U.S., is home to the world’s largest stained glass Tiffany dome. Chicago has so many firsts and fantastic sites – too many to name in this letter! I encourage you to use your free time to explore this wonderful city and take in all it has to offer. Consider asking a Sister you’ve just met to join you so you can create some new memories together! Just like Chicago, we have our own milestones to celebrate, and new milestones we’ll accomplish together during this time. We’ll conduct the business of Alpha Xi Delta at the National Chapter Meeting, and we’ll be inspired by the accomplishments of our chapters and associations at the Awards Celebration. We’ll be motivated to tell our stories, and the story of Alpha Xi Delta, by Kindra Hall, our general session speaker. We’ll learn about new developments in many different areas of the Fraternity through educational sessions. As we round out our time together at the Rose Banquet, we’ll celebrate as the 2017-2019 National Council is installed, and we’ll kick-off a new biennium that will hold special significance – our 125th anniversary! My hope is that you’ll take advantage of everything National Convention has to offer. Introduce yourself to new Sisters, be an active participant during educational sessions and don’t be afraid to ask questions. I know you’ll leave this experience with a renewed sense of pride in Alpha Xi Delta, and I look forward to celebrating our magnificent milestones with you. Thank you for being with us, and I can’t wait to meet you!

Loyally,

Michele Herbst Evink Alpha Xi Delta National President

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Pop-In! Enjoy some popcorn and pop-in to our late-night meetups! This event is casual and free-f lowing, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have the opportunity to connect with Alpha Xi Delta staff and volunteers about that dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specific pop-in topics. Thursday, July 6th Topics: Communications and Marketing Educational Leadership Consultants Leadership Coaches Inspire Policies and Procedures Values-based Recruitment Wellbeing Committee on Leadership

Friday, July 7th Topics: Academics Alumnae CARE Financial Member Services New Member Philanthropy Recruitment Ritual National Panhellenic Conference

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Alpha xi delta shining stars galaxxI Where the sky’s the limit!

Shining Stars are back by popular demand! Shining Stars are not limited to Convention attendees, everyone can join us in the celebration! Honor the Sisters and friends in your life who have inspired you to realize your potential. Shining Stars is an opportunity for everyone to get involved whether or not you or your honorees are attending Convention. Through the purchase of $10 stars, you are joining together to support the Alpha Xi Delta Foundation in our mission to support the Fraternity’s finest educational and leadership development programming.

How it Works

Why the Shining Star?

For just $10 per star, you can give a Shining Star in honor, celebration or memory of someone. All honorees will receive an email following Convention to let them know you’ve donated to the Foundation in their honor. Their name will also be displayed in the Shining Star GalaxXi at National Convention. If your honoree is attending Convention, she will receive a Shining Star appliqué sticker to display on her name badge. Shining Stars can be purchased online and at the Foundation desk during Convention.

Questions? Visit the Foundation desk by registration!

The Shining Star fundraiser is a great Alpha Xi Delta Foundation tradition. At Alpha Xi Delta’s 2007 National Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, the Foundation introduced it as an opportunity to show gratitude and recognize inspiring Sisters and Friends of Xi (FOXs) while supporting the Alpha Xi Delta Foundation. Because of your gifts, the Foundation is able to fulfill her mission of supporting the Fraternity’s educational and leadership development programming; providing and continuing to expand scholarships, grants and membersupport funds; and encouraging philanthropy. Your support of the Foundation is important to ensure the Alpha Xi Delta experience you love is strong today and tomorrow.

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RI B BO N S O F RECOG N ITI O N Are you wondering about the ribbons on name badges? The Alpha Xi Delta Foundation is pleased to honor Convention attendees who have reached certain levels of giving.

Heart Sunshine Circle: Collegiate members giving $18.93 or more annually.

Mary Burt Nash Society: Leadership donors giving $1,000 or more annually.

Cumulative Giving Circles Sisterhood: $1,000 Foundersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: $5,000 Lombard: $10,000 Symphony: $25,000 Heritage: $50,000 Cora Bollinger Block: $100,000+

Society of 1893 Alumnae and friends naming Alpha Xi Delta within their estate plans.

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Fo llow Us @alphxi d elta

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Want a Free Print of Your Instagram Photo? A Photoboxx printer will be available Wednesday, July 5th at the Mag Mile Mixer and Thursday, July 6th in the Marketplace to print your Instagram and Twitter photos. How does this work? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy! Just post to Instagram or Twitter and use the hashtag #AXiDChicago. Your photo will print in 20-30 seconds.

Please note your social media profiles must be set to public in order for Alpha Xi Delta FHQ to view your posts and for the Photoboxx printer to read your hashtag.

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1. Strengthen a culture in which member recruitment and selection are addressed strategically and with an eye toward increasing Alpha Xi Deltaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recruitment strength.

2. Maximize opportunities to remain Autism Speaksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; premiere non-profit philanthropic partner.

3. Create experiences and programs that serve to enhance the Alpha Xi Delta experience and engage members for a lifetime.

4. Align all housing related volunteers, corporations and resources with Fraterntiy goals to protect the Alpha Xi Delta brand and ensure our housing assets are devoted to the success of the Fraternity and its chapters.

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the Five Essential Elements of

Wellbeing

Wellbeing is about the combination of our love for what we do each day, the quality of our relationships, the security of our finances, the vibrancy of our physical health and the pride we take in what we have contributed to our communities. Most importantly, it’s about how those five elements interact. While 66% of people are doing well in at least one of these areas, just 7% are thriving in all five. If we’re struggling in any one of these domains, it damages our wellbeing and wears on our daily life. When we strengthen our wellbeing in any of these areas, we will have better days, months and decades. These five elements are the currency of a life that matters. They do not include every nuance of what’s important in life, but they do represent five broad categories that are essential to most people. All of our Convention programming is categorized around these five essential elements of wellbeing: Purpose, Social, Financial, Physical and Community. Each educational session is associated with an element of wellbeing, which can be found in the upper right and left hand corners of the session description pages. A Clear Vision of Life: The Wellbeing Program is an educational program specifically designed for Alpha Xi Delta alumnae. Based on the book, “Wellbeing: The Five Essential Elements” by Tom Rath and Jim Harter, the program offers “challenges” related to the five elements of wellbeing: Career, Social, Financial, Physical and Community. For more information about this program, log in to Exclusively Xi or visit

www.alphaxidelta.org.

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Purpose Wellbeing is arguably the most essential of the five elements. At a fundamental level, we all need something to do, and ideally something to look forward to, when we wake up every day. What you spend your time doing each day shapes your identity, whether you are a student, parent, volunteer, retiree or have a more conventional job. Gallupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s research reveals that if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the opportunity to regularly do something you enjoy, the odds of your having high wellbeing in other areas diminish rapidly.

Financial Wellbeing is about effectively managing your economic life. People with high Financial Wellbeing manage their personal finances well and spend their money wisely. They buy experiences instead of just material possessions, and they give to others instead of always spending on themselves. At a basic level, they are satisfied with their overall standard of living. Their successful strategies result in financial security, which eliminates daily stress and worry caused by debt. This financial security allows them to do what they want to do when they want to do it. They have the freedom to spend more time with the people they like to be around. Managing your finances well allows you to do what you want to do when you want to do it.

Physical Wellbeing is about having good health and enough energy to get things done on a daily basis. People with high Physical Wellbeing manage their health well. They exercise regularly, and as a result, they feel better. They make good dietary choices, which keeps their energy high throughout the day and sharpens their thinking. They get enough sleep to process what they have learned the day before and to get a good start on the next day. Because of their healthy lifestyle, they are usually able to do all the things people their age would normally do. When they wake up well-rested each day, they look better, feel better and have more energy.

Community Wellbeing is about the sense of engagement you have with the area where you live. People with high Community Wellbeing feel safe and secure where they live. They take pride in their community and feel that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s headed in the right direction. This often results in their wanting to give back and make a lasting contribution to society. These people have identified the areas where they can contribute based on their own strengths and passions, and they tell others about these interests to connect with the right groups and causes. Their contributions to the community may start small, but over time, they lead to more involvement and have a profound impact on the community in which they live. These efforts are what create communities we cannot imagine living without.

Social Wellbeing is about having strong relationships and love in your life. People with high Social Wellbeing have several close relationships that help them achieve, enjoy life and be healthy. They are surrounded by people who encourage their development and growth, accept them for who they are and treat them with respect. They deliberately spend time investing in the networks that surround them.

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Wednesday, July 5 -schedule-

3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Los Angeles/Miami |

Invitation Only

Meet Xi Elite 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Avenue |

Invitation Only

Mag Mile Mixer 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. | Salon 3 | Casual Attire

Enjoy an hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvre reception, plenty of fun and visit with Sisters as we celebrate all the magnificent milestones we have accomplished in the last biennium!

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Thursday, July 6 -schedule-

Diva Dance® Workout Option

Attire: Workout

7:00 a.m. |Avenue | Collegiate & Alumnae

OK ladies, now let’s get in formation! Let your hair down and join us for a dance party with the Founder and CEO of DivaDance®! Featured in People, InStyle, Refinery 29 and many more, DivaDance is an all-levels dance class - no experience required (we promise!) We’ll break down some easy-to-learn choreography and learn a super fun routine to Beyoncé’s “Run the World.” Come slay some #squadgoals with your Sisters! With Jami Stigliano, Founder / Franchisor of DivaDance®

All voting delegates and alternates are required to attend.

Initiation 9:45 a.m to 10:45 a.m. | Chicago Ballroom A-E | Attire: White or cream-colored dress or pantsuit, and white or cream-colored shoes must be worn for the Initiation. Nude shoes are prohibited for Initiation. General Session with Guest Speaker, Kindra Hall 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Chicago Ballroom A-E

Lunch (On Your Own)

12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Educational Sessions 2:00 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. locations and session descriptions.

| Please see pages 14-27 for room

Celebration of Sisterhood Banquet 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. | Chicago Ballroom A-E | Attire: Please wear light blue, dark blue and/or gold Quill attire. Sisters will be seated by the state of their initiating chapter.

Pop-In 9:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. | Foyer Outside Chicago Ballroom A-E

Please see page 4 for a list of Pop-In topics.

Late Night Shopping Extravaganza 9:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. | Marketplace/ Chicago Ballroom F-H

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- Ed u cati o nal Sess i o n sPages 15-17: 2:00 - 2:50 p.m. Sessions Pages 18-20: 3:00 - 3:50 p.m. Sessions Pages 21-25: 4:00 - 4:50 p.m. Sessions Pages 25-27: 5:00 - 5:50 p.m. Sessions

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Educational Sessions | 2:00 p.m. to 2:50 p.m. | Thursday, July 6th "Those Seniors",

Checking the Checked Out Back In

Belmont | Audience: Collegians and Advisors Once senior year hits members often “check out” or become sick, with a condition called “senioritis”. Those seniors, the ones who sit in the back of the chapter room, if they even show up to the meeting, are the members we are talking about. Join us as we explore strategic tactics Alpha Xi Delta leadership can implement to engage seniors, ensuring they remain committed until the end of their collegiate membership and transition into active alumnae. Carrie Loveless, Graduate Assistant at the University of Missisippi and Specialist for the Iota Chapter at West Virginia University Lindsay Ollis, Graduate Assistant at Auburn University and Membership Advisor, Zeta Chi Chapter at the University of North Carolina at Wilimington If It's Tradition, It's Probably Hazing

Denver | Audience: Collegians and Advisors When people hear the word “hazing,” their minds jump to the worst possible hazing activities they’ve seen in the news or on campus. While those are wildly inappropriate, there are many other ways that hazing can take form. Hazing practices slide on a continuum – but one end is no worse than the other. This session will explore many types of hazing practices and how what could be considered “tradition” is in fact, hazing. Courtney Hankins Fluty, Director of Member Services MeDia & Mediums:

Be More Than Mediocre

Kansas City | Audience: Alumnae Association Delegates & Alternates

Has your association’s social media engagement left much to be desired? Learn about all the available resources and discuss what’s working, what’s not and leave with a plan to be more than mediocre! Peggy Dickerhoff Coyne, National Alumnae Director Sarah Alice Keiser, Lifetime Engagement Manager

A Conversation on the Importance of Bystander

Not My Sister-

Intervention Scottsdale | Audience: Collegians and Advisors Bystander Intervention is a philosophy and strategy for prevention of various types of violence, including bullying, sexual assault and intimate partner violence. It’s no secret that college women fall victim to the types of violence listed above, so let’s create a game plan. This session will discuss strategies on how a bystander can appropriately intervene, how to prevent Sisters from ending up in dangerous situations, and a general discussion of what campus resources are available to help collegians. Cecelia Abshire, M.Ed: Chapter Services and Fraternity Assessment Coordinator Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women and Epsilon Xi Chapter at University of Missouri-St. Louis Advisory Board Member

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The ABC's of Mentoring

Avenue | Audience: All We’ve heard the saying, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know”, but how connected are we really? Alpha Xi Delta provides a unique opportunity to develop a variety of relationships over the years, but just imagine what might happen if we harness the strengths of our members across the decades to develop sustainable and impactful mentoring relationships. This session will explore the ABC’s of mentoring and provide tools to seek and develop those connections in your life. Michelle Marchand, National New Member Director Becky Soderholm, Minneapolis-St. Paul Alumnae Association President Kiyoko Czech, New Member Territory Director- Midwest Changing your Mindset to Change your Results

Miami | Audience: All Transforming your organization and changing the lives of others can be as easy as changing your mindset. Sounds easy enough, right? Based on the book “The Outward Mindset,” by the Arbinger Institute, you will learn how adopting a mindset that evolves around evaluating and refocusing your efforts to reflect the true intended outcomes of your organization can help you achieve greater results and make a larger impact than you ever imagined. Jamie Koehler, Leadership Coach Social Excellence in Conversation

Kane/McHenry| Audience: All

Have you ever been challenged to explain your sorority experience and why you paid for your friends? Join us as we combine the art of storytelling with unconventional marketing strategies to help you “sell” your Alpha Xi Delta experience and involvement. Whether you are discussing your volunteer role with the Fraternity, our national philanthropic partnership or the general benefits of belonging to a fraternal organization, we will prepare you to handle any social situation that you encounter! Amanda Gertz, PharmD, Recruitment Territory Director-Midwest Tabitha Hembree, National Recruitment Director Event Planning 101

Houston | Audience: All Event planning is a skill that many of us receive no formal training on, but as sorority members we are expected to know how to plan a party and use these skills throughout our lives. Whether you’re planning a formal recruitment, bridal shower, philanthropy event, or just a girl’s night out, join us and learn how to plan and execute the perfect event! Mackenzie Williams, Membership Growth Resource Coordinator Whitley Pollard, Recruitment Territory Director- South

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Educational Sessions | 2:00 p.m. to 2:50 p.m. | Thursday, July 6th

When Words Fail

Cook | Audience: All Finding out that someone you love or know is facing a serious, chronic or terminal diagnosis can be hard. You want to be supportive while dealing with your own questions, feelings and fear. Words are hard to come by. What can you do to support them? Sisters who have dealt with serious challenges offer ideas and suggestions for how to help at these times. Ideas will also be shared for after the immediate shock and, sometimes, support wears off. Elizabeth de Jong, Development Officer, Alpha Xi Delta Foundation Jane Schroeder, Implementation Leader at Beck Ag and Alpha Xi Delta Foundation Trustee Devon McGoldrick, Oncology Advocacy Relations Manager at Eli Lilly & Co. and Colony/ New Chapter Development Specialist The Customer Experience

A New Strategy for Maintaining Capacity Los Angeles | Audience: All What if we slightly altered the lens through which we viewed our residents? Would it impact our messaging, our processes, or how we serve and support our members? In this interactive session, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take a look at the customer experience, brands who excel in this arena, the common tactics they deploy, and how we may utilize similar strategies to ensure our homes are filled and the experience happening inside is extraordinary. Scott Fussell, CSL Management, Director of Marketing and Education

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Purposeful Play- Activities Designed to Help Foster Sisterhood

Miami | Audience: Collegians Strong Sisterhood doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen by accident. Learn the keys to choosing and leading activities designed to get to know each other, share personal stories and break down barriers, leading to a higher level of participation and connection among Sisters. Come ready to play so that you can take activities back to your chapter to share. Jaime Koehler, Leadership Coach Engaging All Ages and Stages

Kansas City | Audience: Alumnae Association Delegates and Alternates Stagnant growth, stale events? During this session youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll learn what healthy associations are doing to grow and how you can increase your associations visibility in your community by engaging alumnae of all ages at different life stages. Peggy Dickerhoff Coyne, National Alumnae Director Sarah Alice Keiser, Lifetime Engagement Manager What is Your Social Media Story?:

Responsible Social Media Best Habits Denver | Audience: Collegians

A picture is really worth a thousand words, so what will your posts say about you? This program will teach members how to conduct a self-assessment and remind them that what they share online is a direct reflection of themselves, thir chapter, and Alpha Xi Delta. Emily McCarthy, Event Marketing Associate and Recruitment Territory Director-West

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Educational Sessions | 3:00 p.m. to 3:50 p.m. | Thursday, July 6th Being the helping hand:

Knowing and Utilizing Your Volunteer Resources Belmont | Audience: Alumnae Whether through Alpha Xi Delta or our college community, keeping ourselves educated and up to date on resources available to us as volunteers is the best way we can give back to our chapters. Additionally, when we can create welcoming and effective lines of communication, we can ultimately strengthen the bonds with collegiate members, so they know there is always a Sister ready to help. Brittany Donatelli, Director, Center for Student Involvement, Florida Southern College and National Volunteer for Omega Chapter at Stetson University Courtney Gable, Associate Director of Area Development-Area II Turn Your Passion into Action:

How to Speak About Issues So Others Will Listen and Listen So Others Will Speak

Scottsdale | Audience: All Sometimes the world can feel like a scary place where our ideas don’t matter and nothing we do makes a difference. In this program we will explore ways to speak to others in love and respect to gain understanding on multiple sides of complicated issues. We will learn how to take our passions on things that matter to us and turn them into advocacy. We will embrace the idea that small actions in our own homes and communities can make a difference. Christina Krost, Outreach Support, Faith in Place (Illinois Affiliate of Interfaith Power & Light) and Be Just Be Green Jurisdiction Guide for United Methodist Women Generation Z?

But I Was Just Getting Used to the Millennials!

Avenue | Audience: Alumnae While Millennials are still garnering plenty of headlines and attention, the youngest are now graduating college as a new generation arrives on campus. Generation Z is here, and it’s time to learn where they’re coming from, what they need and how we can best work with them. This session will explore the characteristics and attitudes of our newest collegiate members and offer insight and guidance for the advisors, volunteers and alumnae who are now tasked to work with the Zs. Michelle Marchand, National New Member Director Becky Soderholm, Minneapolis-St. Paul Alumnae Association President Kiyoko Czech, New Member Territory Director- Midwest Membership Growth Culture

Houston | Audience: All Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of Alpha Xi Delta’s membership selection process as well as discuss the recruitment culture our organization is striving to maintain. Through strategic recruitment 365, members will identify ways they can help improve our recruitment priority and create action steps of ways each individual member can help do her part. Becky Richter Perrett: Director of Marketing, Runza® National and Alpha Xi Delta Extension Team volunteer Tabitha Hembree, National Recruitment Director

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Educational Sessions | 3:00 p.m. to 3:50 p.m. | Thursday, July 6th Letters of Love:

Sharing Your Story

Kane/McHenry | Audience: All The Letters of Love Campaign is a national philanthropy initiative and letter writing campaign benefiting Autism Speaks. This session will provide a greater understanding of our letters that were inspired by Mrs. Suzanne Wrightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story. Her story became the mission of Autism Speaks, but we each have our own unique story, and these stories are our letters. In this program, we will be guiding and empowering Sisters to use their personal experiences in writing their own heartfelt story while spreading greater autism understanding and acceptance. Laura Milliken, Philanthropy and Community Outreach Manager Susan Mamber, National Philanthropy Director Janie Marino, Chapter Advisor, Zeta Xi Chapter at Auburn University Discover Your Network:

Mobilize & Influence for Philanthropy, Purpose and Wellbeing Los Angeles | Audience: All Networking involves building mutually beneficial relationships with other people. Are you doing your part to identify and engage your own network for yourself and your Sisterhood? Learn how to identify your network and engage your circle of influence in ways that can benefit our national philanthropy, Autism Speaks, as well as your business, career/purpose and community wellbeing. Kristen Elgie, Director, National Teams, Autism Speaks Jennifer Daniels Umberger, Philanthropy Territory Director-Midwest Jennifer Beeman Zipf, Public school educator and Philanthropy Territory Director of Alumnae Engagement Cause and Effect, Chain of Events:

Does YOUR Chaos Make Perfect Sense? Cook | Audience: Collegians

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s face it, sometimes undesirable things happen in a chapter. BUT, how you choose to react can make all the difference. This interactive session will have you working with other participants to assess, react and think through what needs to happen to lead the chapter during a time of potential crisis and chaos. What are your first steps? Who do you contact? Who makes the decisions? Does the media know? Is there a video? These questions, and many more, will be evaluated in this thought-provoking session. Courtney Fluty, Director of Member Services Mary Katherine Branham, Associate Director of Member Services

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Educational Sessions | 4:00 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. | Thursday, July 6th

Purposefully Programmed

Kansas City | Audience: Alumnae Association Delegates and Alternates Too hot? Too cold? Just right? Goldilocks would have an opinion on your association’s program schedule. Purposeful programming allows association to hit the sweet spot and attract alumnae members. Too many events and Sisters burn out quickly. Too few events and engagement drops. Perfectly planned programs? Associations thrive! What does that balance look like? We’re going to lay it out! Peggy Dickerhoff Coyne, National Alumnae Director Sarah Alice Keiser, Lifetime Engagement Manager Lead your chapter like a #girlboss

Avenue | Audience: Collegians Be your own #girlboss and engage your chapter while leading with courage, graciousness and peace. Understand how to lead your chapter while coping with change and leave with tips for self-care in sustaining chapter leaders through times of stress. Devon McGoldrick, Oncology Advocacy Relations Manager at Eli Lilly & Co. and Colony/ New Chapter Development Specialist Are you ready to land your first 'real' job?

Belmont | Audience: Collegians This fun-filled, interactive session will focus on how to build a résumé that will get noticed, provide an opportunity to practice answering interview questions and offer insight into how employers utilize social media in the talent acquisition process. Sandi Edwards, Talent & Communications Manager for Simplify Compliance; Committee on Leadership Chair and Past National President

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Preparing to be Vertical Leaders

Miami | Audience: All “How are you?” “I’m busy!” Do we glorify “busy”? Are we intentional with how we spend our energy in college and in life? By looking at role conflict, mentorship, and starting with why, this session will define two types of leaders in Sisters and ourselves. We will consider why some spread themselves too thin while others make meaning by deepening their involvement. Participants will reflect on dreams and values in an effort to maximize themselves and inspire those around them. Katie G. Burke Assistant Dean, Weppner Center for LEAD & Service-Learning (Lead and Serve), Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Chapter Advisor, Theta Iota Chapter at FAU Your Ideal Week:

The Key to Balance and Productivity For Those With A Lot On Their Plate

Houston| Audience: All Do you struggle with balancing your many commitments? Do you feel frazzled and frustrated at the end of a week? Do you wish there was a way to improve balance and productivity in your daily life? Attendees of this program will learn how to create their “ideal week” by developing a schedule that allows them to honor their obligations and respect their priorities leading to a more productive, balanced, and peaceful life. Melissa Reed, Academic Territory Director – Midwest Tracy Stainbrook, Academic Communications Specialist Five Myths of Motherhood

Cook | Audience: Alumnae Are you a new mommy? Considering becoming a mommy? Mastered being a mommy? If so, you are fully aware of the struggles, challenges, and rewards of parenting a child. You are also aware that there are a lot of myths out there as to what is best for a child...your child! Come join a friendly, guided discussion on five myths of motherhood, chat with other moms on what worked for them, what to expect in the next stages of your child’s growth and what myths to throw out the door. Courtney Caron-Peters, Recruitment Resource Committee Job Search and Career Makeovers:

Re-Framing Your Philanthropy Experiences As Interview-Worthy Material Los Angeles | Audience: All You’re an outstanding candidate for the internship, job, or promotion, because something special distinguishes you: your Fraternity philanthropy experiences, which translate well to the workplace. Let’s strategize how to capitalize on the networking relationships and professional skills you’ve built while volunteering for an AmaXIng Challenge or Autism Speaks Walk. Rethink philanthropy opportunities, to share your passion and collaborate. Let’s reframe volunteer experiences to showcase your strengths! Our philanthropy generates more than heart-sunshine: it amplifies your marketable skills. Susan Mamber, National Philanthropy Director Jennifer Umberger, Philanthropy Territory Director-Midwest Kristen Creech-Punch, Chapter Advisor and Louisiana Autism Speaks Walk Chair Laura Milliken, Philanthropy and Community Outreach Manager

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Educational Sessions | 4:00 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. | Thursday, July 6th Four Years? For Now? For Life?

Scottsdale | Audience: All Do you cringe a little or send someone the eye roll emoji when a Sister says “Not four years, for life”? For some, Alpha Xi Delta is a group they participate in during college, but for many, it truly is for life. You’ll hear from a panel of alumnae Sisters who have been engaged for 10, 20, even 40+ years. What does being an engaged alumna mean? It’s different for everyone. Don’t think because an association or volunteer role may not be right for you that graduation is goodbye. Moderated by Elizabeth de Jong, Development Officer, Alpha Xi Delta Foundation Finding Contentment with Imperfection

Kane/McHenry | Audience: All Are you worn out from trying to “do it all”? Putting all your energy into accumulating accolades for your resume, and earning praise from your friends and family? Running yourself ragged in your refusal to accept any standard short of perfection? Then this talk is for you! Let your Alpha Xi Sister, and Clinical Therapist Erin Wiley guide you not only to a deeper understanding of why we are all trying to live the perfect Pinterest life, but how to escape that trap! Erin Wiley, MA, LPCC, Executive Director of The Willow Center The one thing Google doesn't know; how your values tell your story…

Denver | Audience: All Google anyone and you’ll find out what they do or have done. But what about who they are? During this interactive session, we will revisit your personal values and discuss how these are incorporated into your life’s story. For collegiate women, this form of self-reflection can lead to impactful recruitment conversations. For alumnae and advisors, this will be valuable if you’re experiencing a career change or just looking to answer the questions, “What’s important to me?” and “What do I want others to know about me?” Brittany Donatelli, Director, Center for Student Involvement, Florida Southern College and National Volunteer for Omega Chapter at Stetson University Lindsey Hojnowski, Senior Assistant Director Career Development Center, Indiana University Bloomington and Recruitment Territory Director- Midwest

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Educational Sessions | 5:00 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. | Thursday, July 6th Generation Z?

But I Was Just Getting Used to the Millennials!

Miami | Audience: All “How are you?” “I’m busy!” Do we glorify “busy”? Are we intentional with how we spend our energy in college and in life? By looking at role conflict, mentorship, and starting with why, this session will define two types of leaders in sisters and ourselves. We will consider why some spread themselves too thin while others make meaning by deepening their involvement. Participants will reflect on dreams and values in an effort to maximize themselves and inspire those around them. Katie G. Burke, Assistant Dean, Weppner Center for LEAD & Service-Learning (Lead and Serve), Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Chapter Advisor, Theta Iota Chapter at FAU Exercise and Physical Activity-

A Multi-Generational

Approach to Health Across the Lifespan

Denver | Audience: All Have you thought about getting active, but aren’t sure how to start? Exercise, physical activity, sedentary behavior- what does it mean? We will use stories and science to show how physical activity can have positive physical and mental health benefits (not focusing on weight loss) at all stages of life. We will identify barriers and tools to overcome those barriers. Exercise doesn’t have to be the same for everyone. Let’s use physical activity to have a better quality of life! Jeanine Peres Bensken, MS, Mom of 4 (now grown) kids; Later in Life Exerciser, Returner to school- Exercise Science Researcher/Ph.D. student; Physical Activity Interventionist (Special Populations) ; Kappa Chapter alumna, University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign, and substitute house mom. Event Planning 101

Kane/McHenry | Audience: All Event planning is a skill that many of us receive no formal training on, but as sorority members we are expected to know how to plan a party and use these skills throughout our lives. Whether you’re planning a formal recruitment, bridal shower, philanthropy event, or just a girl’s night out, join us and learn how to plan and execute the perfect event! Mackenzie Williams, Membership Growth Resource Coordinator Whitley Pollard, Recruitment Territory Director- South

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Creating Your Legacy

Scottsdale | Audience: All Come learn how to create your legacy for Alpha Xi Delta throughout your lifetime through budgeting your treasure, talent and time, learning about painless ways to give, learn how to establish a life-long relationship with giving and the many and easy ways to plan for giving in your future. Elizabeth de Jong, Development Officer, Alpha Xi Delta Foundation Kate Martin, Trustee, Alpha Xi Delta Foundation Don't Burn Your House Down:

Making Choices In Your Dayto-Day Life That Can Boost Your Wellbeing

Houston | Audience: Alumnae In today’s society, women are faced with the struggle of “doing it all.” For most of us, our daily grind consists of more than we can complete, and it leaves us feeling depleted at the end of the day. In this interactive session, participants will explore ways that we can better utilize our time, take care of ourselves and feel more “successful” at the end of the day. Courtney Fluty, Director of Member Services Crazy for Coupons:

Learn Tools to Save Hundreds of Dollars a

Year By Clipping Coupons Kansas City | Audience: All After we work hard at work each week, why do we not seem to have extra money to save to use towards things that we want? People often think that clipping coupons is a waste of time, but what they do not understand is that they are missing out on the opportunity to save a lot of money a year and create an awesome stockpile. This program will give you a lot of tools to help stretch that dollar. Melanie Holwood, Chapter Advisor, Area Facilitator and National Finance Team Communications Specialist

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Educational Sessions | 5:00 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. | Thursday, July 6th

Creating a Road Map for the Facility's Future-

CAPEX

Planning and Preparation

Los Angeles | Audience: All The renovation and construction of fraternity and sororities remains very active and should for the foreseeable future given the aging infrastructure of our facilities and ever changing needs of our members. Furthermore, to say the construction market is “hot” at the present time is an understatement, thus both the cost and time it takes to execute a project continue to increase at a record pace. Thus, this session will provide an overview of current construction trends, information and tools to help create a capital needs plan for your facility, and a strategy for navigating today’s building environment. Woody Ratterman, CSL Management, Managing Partner From Sister to Leader:

Secrets to Being Sisterly While Getting the Financial Business of the Chapter Accomplished

Belmont | Audience: All The transition from member to chapter officer is an exciting opportunity for responsibility and growth. It also brings about new relationship dynamics, especially when it comes to ensuring the fulfillment of dues and membership requirements by your fellow Sisters. The goal of this session is to make you more confident in your leadership abilities by providing a few pointers in communicating clearly and working through problems to achieve resolution, especially in the areas of finance and membership requirements. Julie Robinson, Financial Territory Director – Midwest Amanda Hicks, Account Management Specialist, OmegaFi, and Fraternity Budget Specialist

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Friday, July 7 -Schedule-

We will celebrate our partnership with Autism Speaks, unveil a surprise worth waiting for and announce our philanthropy award winners.

National Chapter Meeting 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Chicago Ballroom A-E Quill Attire

All delegates and alternate delegates must attend this meeting where we will conduct the business of the National Fraternity.

Free Time

1:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.; Kendra Scott Gives Back Shopping Event benefitting the Alpha Xi Delta Foundation (optional). Please see the Alpha Xi Delta Convention registration desk for more information about this event.

Chicago Cubs Game

1:20 p.m. | Attire: Game Day T-Shirt

Join hundreds of Alpha Xi Delta Sisters on Friday, July 7th to watch the World Champion Chicago Cubs take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field. First Pitch is at 1:20 p.m. Each Sister is responsible for their own transportation to and from Wrigley Field. Advanced ticket purchase was required to attend the game.

Awards Celebration 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | Chicago Ballroom A-E

Attire: Quill Attire

Join us for a dessert reception as we honor this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s award winners!

Pop-In 9:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. | Foyer Outside Chicago Ballroom A-E Please see page 4 for a list of Pop-In topics.

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Saturday, July 8 -schedule-

All delegates and alternate delegates must attend this meeting where we will conduct the business of the National Fraternity.

Training Sessions

10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Please see pages 30-35 for room locations and training session descriptions.

Lunch (On Your Own)

12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

National Chapter Meeting 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Chicago Ballroom A-E

All delegates and alternate delegates must attend this meeting where we will conduct the business of the National Fraternity.

Rose Banquet Cocktail Reception 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | Chicago Ballroom Foyer, 5th Floor | Attire: Semi-formal or cocktail attire.

Rose Banquet 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | Salon 2/3, 7th Floor | Attire: Semi-formal or cocktail attire.

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Planning Safe Social Events

Kansas City | Audience: Collegiate Two CARE Territory Directors will present CARE and FIPG guidelines for planning safe social events. Participants will receive a guide for planning safe social events. Dana Cook, Flight Attendant/Instructor/Evaluator JetBlue Airways and CARE Territory Director-Northeast Laura Ramsey, Assistant Professor, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and CARE Territory Director-Midwest Recruitment Systems Training

Miami | Audience: Alumnae (specifically Chapter Advisor, Membership Advisor, CDS, NTL or Recruitment Specialist) and Collegians Join us as we dive in to the intricate world of recruitment systems! Take a look inside the electronic voting program, Select-A-Sis. Let us introduce the newest feature of Select-A-Sis, a much anticipated matching program. Additionally, we will explore recruitment management systems, such as ICS and Campus Director, to help you better understand the function and capabilities of each. Lastly, we will guide you through how you can use the data that is available to use through recruitment to strategically advance our organization. Mackenzie Williams, Membership Growth Resource Coordinator Lindsey Hojnowski, Senior Assistant Director, Career Development Center, Indiana University Bloomington and Recruitment Territory Director-Midwest Bring Into Living Reality

Kane/McHenry | Audience: All Initiated Sisters in Alpha Xi Delta If you earnestly desire to make your ceremonies better, join us to discuss the do’s and don’ts of the planning, preparation, and performance. We’ll discuss ideas and tips on making your ceremonies a celebration worthy of our Sisterhood. Bring your questions to help us instill within our hearts the words and songs that connect our circle of Sisterhood. This session is open to all initiated Sisters in Alpha Xi Delta. Andi Fouberg, National Vice President Everyday Etiquette:

The Art of Social Graces

Los Angeles | Audience: Collegians Can you convey that you are a thoughtful, caring, confident, well-educated woman without even speaking a word? You can with the proper etiquette skills. In a time where most people are communicating digitally, it is especially important to have skills that will leave a lasting impression. This program is designed to cover everything from business etiquette to table manners. Attendees will leave this session with a better skill set for navigating social situations. Emily Krawzyk, Marketing and Sales Associate

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10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. | Saturday, July 8th

Leading into the next 125 years

Avenue | Audience: Collegians and Advisors Communications Vice President; Administration Director; Philanthropy Vice President; Recruitment Data Director…Beginning in fall 2017, Alpha Xi Delta collegiate officer titles and descriptions will look and sound a little different! In order to lead each chapter into successfully meeting their strategic goals, we listened, developed and created some exciting officer additions. We ask each chapter to send at least one representative to one of the two sessions on this topic to learn about the new structure, some new titles and a new process – an Honor Board! Tracy Osborne, Associate Executive Director All Things Association

Belmont | Audience: Alumnae Association Members

Join members of the National Alumnae Team to brainstorm best practices and discuss hot topics while networking with alumnae association leaders from across the country. Do you struggle to manage and breakdown your list of area alumnae to effectively reach new Sisters? Not sure where to find things in Exclusively Xi? Want to know the nitty gritty of what another association is doing? This informal networking time is designed for you to ask questions and leave with ideas to put your association’s best foot forward. This is part one of a two part session. Members of the National Alumnae Team Finding Your Voice Through Strengths:

An Introduction to Strengths Denver | Audience: All

What do my top five strengths really mean? How can I use this in my everyday life? Where do I even start? In this interactive session you’ll be given the tools to start your strengths journey. Learn about what makes you awesome and how you can apply strengths-language to find your voice. Intended for participants who have not previously attended a StrengthsQuest program. TM

Megan Foster, Associate Director of Education and Leadership Welcome Home:

The Alpha Xi Delta Brand

Scottsdale | Audience: Collegians Chapter housing plays a significant role in fostering each chapter’s overall health and each member’s Alpha Xi Delta experience. Having a beautiful, functional chapter home is a key part of that equation. This session will explore how to ensure your chapter facility attracts collegians, now and in the future, in a manner consistent with the Alpha Xi Delta brand. Rachel White, Recruitment Specialist

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10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. | Saturday, July 8th

Don't Stress, but Shine:

Successful APR Planning

Houston | Audience: Collegians and Advisors

May 1st should be a day of pride, not a day of stress. The Annual Progress Report (APR) can be a daunting task, but it is also your chapterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chance to shine! Advanced planning, paying attention to details and programming with intention throughout the year will all lead to not only a strong APR, but a successful chapter. In this interactive session, we will review the purpose behind the APR and discuss best practices for a stress-free APR completion. Mary Katherine Branham, Associate Director of Member Services Becky Soderholm, Minneapolis-St. Paul Alumnae Association President

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11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Saturday, July 8th NPC Policies and Procedures

Denver | Audience: Collegians and Advisors Panhellenic Delegates and officers play a key role in ensuring a healthy, growing and vibrant sorority community. Around the country, many campuses are finding that their communities are ready for change—raising or lowering total, opening for extension or weighing the soundness of prior stacking decisions, making changes to Bylaws, and myriad other topics affecting our chapters and sorority communities. Does your chapter know how to be engaged in these hot topics? What power do you have, exactly? To whom do you need to talk? Why does all of this matter? Join Alpha Xi Delta’s National Panhellenic Delegate as she discusses the ever-important role of our college Panhellenic Delegates and officers. Deanna Wollam Detchemendy, National Panhellenic Delegate and Past National President Alumnae Volunteer Recruitment Training

Houston | Audience: Alumnae

Recruitment is a well-oiled machine, a vital piece to the health and success of our organization along with many months in the making, and chapters can’t do it without your help! Join us for best practices in supporting a chapter through a successful recruitment and beyond, as well as ways to maintain and improve strategic membership selection. Ellen Poly Jeffries, Recruitment Territory Director - Midwest Tabitha Hembree, National Recruitment Director New biennium, new look.

How Did We Get Here and How Can You Share It With the World? Kansas City | Audience: All Details about this session will be available after a special announcement at the Celebration of Sisterhood Banquet. Hint: It will give you a behind-the-scenes look into a project that has been a year in the making! Lauren Felts, Director of Communications and Marketing Leading into the next 125 years

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Autism Speaks:

More than Awareness -A Paradigm Shift

Miami | Audience: All As Alpha Xi Delta has grown and transformed in the last 10 years, so has Autism Speaks. This year has brought on many changes with our philanthropic partner. We want our membership to have a greater understanding of these exciting changes. Through this program we will give a background of our partnership and the vision for their next 10 years. While autism awareness was important 10 years ago, autism understanding and acceptance is the next step in our journey. We will address what that means to us as Alpha Xi Deltas. Laura Milliken, Philanthropy and Community Outreach Manager Kristen Elgie, Director, National Teams, Autism Speaks Susan Mamber, National Philanthropy Director Inspire:

Yourself. Your Sisters. Your Future.

Los Angles | Audience: Collegians and Advisors Be the first to be in the know! This fall will see the launch of a revitalized Member Development Program (formerly known as the Realize Your Potential Program). Inspire is designed with each chapter’s individual needs in mind by allowing you to choose the best program to facilitate for your chapter. Come learn more about Inspire, its design and an opportunity to get a first-look at one of the amaXIng new programs to inspire you and your Sisters! Kristen Wagner, Manager of Educational Initiatives Let Your Strengths Shine!

Cook | Audience: All

You’ve heard the basics about strengths, but you want more! Join us to learn about how your strengths can work together to help you be a more impactful leader. Through selfref lection, thoughtful dialog and pressing questions you’ll be challenged to apply your strengths at a deeper, more meaningful level. Continue to learn about what makes you amaXIng and let your strengths shine! Intended for participants who have attended at least one prior StrengthsQuestTM program. Megan Foster, Associate Director of Education and Leadership All Things Association

Belmont | Audience: Alumnae Association Members Join members of the National Alumnae Team to brainstorm best practices and discuss hot topics while networking with alumnae association leaders from across the country. Do you struggle to manage and breakdown your list of area alumnae to effectively reach new Sisters? Not sure where to find things in Exclusively Xi? Want to know the nitty gritty of what another association is doing? This informal networking time is designed for you to ask questions and leave with ideas to put your association’s best foot forward. This is part two of a two part session. Members of the National Alumnae Team

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11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Saturday, July 8th

Corporation Health Check

Scottsdale | Audience: All Greek housing management can be a tricky business, leaving volunteers often wondering “What am I forgetting?”. This session will provide you with an opportunity give your local building corporation (LBC) a health check. Attendees will be provided with a checklist of important action items and best practices on various topics impacting the financial health of their LBC. Topics discussed will include required IRS filings, financial record keeping, legal liability, insurance and employment issues. Fatima Johnson, National Vice President The Empowerment Network:

Kane/McHenry | Audience: All

Mentee to Mentor

The Empowerment Network (TEN) is Alpha Xi Delta’s new mentorship program designed to allow alumnae Sisters to mentor collegians and fellow alumnae. The name TEN was chosen as a nod to the women who started it all — our ten Founders. They taught us to support one another through shared experiences and understanding, and because of them, Alpha Xi Delta continues to inspire countless bold and talented women to realize their potential every day. Alumnae Sisters are invited to preview the new program platform and learn how you can impact Alpha Xi Delta by participating in TEN. Sarah Alice Keiser, Lifetime Engagement Manager

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Kindra Hall General session keynote speaker Kindra is an award-winning columnist, author, and national champion storyteller. As a former Director of Marketing and VP of Sales, Kindra discovered the most effective method for capturing attention and increasing revenueâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;great storytelling. Kindraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work has been featured in SUCCESS Magazine and behind the scenes in New York Times best selling books. A former board member of the National Storytelling Network, and with a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Organizational Communication & Management, Kindra now teaches innovative brands and executives to close more sales, become better leaders and blow up brands with the irresistible power of strategic storytelling.

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Educational & Training SessionSpeakers Amanda Gertz, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign-Κ PharmD: Recruitment Territory Director-Midwest Amanda is the Recruitment Territory Director for the Midwest region. She is an initiate of the Kappa Chapter at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she received her B.S. in food science and human nutrition. Amanda completed her PharmD. in 2016 at St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York. She currently lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and is completing her second year of residency at NorthShore University HealthSystem.

Amanda Hicks,

Southern Polytechnic State University-IΘ Fraternity Budget Specialist, Account Management Specialist, OmegaFi After graduating from Southern Polytechnic State University in 2007, where she was a founding member of the Iota Theta Chapter, Amanda became the Financial Advisor for the Delta Xi Chapter at Georgia State University. In October 2008, she began her career at OmegaFi. Amanda joined the National Finance Team in 2009 as Southeast Territory Director, but currently serves as the Fraternity’s Budget Specialist. Amanda resides in Smiths Station, Alabama, with her husband, Jonathan, and their beagle, Sadie.

Andi Fouberg, South Dakota State University-EH National Vice President Andi Fouberg is an initiate of our Epsilon Eta Chapter at South Dakota State University and after graduation traveled as an Educational Leadership Consultant. A former Chapter Advisor and Area Facilitator, she has spent the last decade as the National Ritual Director. Professionally, after spending nine years in Washington, D.C. working on Capitol Hill, Andi moved back to South Dakota three years ago to be the President and CEO of the South Dakota State University Alumni Association.

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Educational & Training Session Speakers

Becky Richter Perrett,

University of Nebraska-Lincoln-P Director of Marketing, Runza® National; Alpha Xi Delta Extension Team Becky is an initiate of the Rho Chapter at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln, where she received her B.A. in communications and M.A. in marketing. A former Educational Leadership Consultant, Becky has served the Fraternity as a Regional Membership Advisor, Chapter Advisor, Colony/ Chapter Development Specialist and National Recruitment Director. She is currently a member of the Extension Team. Becky is the Director of Marketing for Runza® National, a restaurant company based in Nebraska. She is involved with the Junior League of Lincoln and the Nebraska Women’s Leadership Network, is a Girls on the Run coach, and serves as a CEDARS Youth Services board member. Becky and her husband, Seth, are foodies and love to travel.

Becky Soderholm, Iowa State University-EΦ

Minneapolis-St. Paul Alumnae Association President

Becky recently served on Fraternity Headquarters staff for 3 1/2 years as an Associate Director of Area Development, working with chapters in the Midwest and West areas of the country. Her Alpha Xi Delta volunteer experience includes Chapter Advisor, Area Facilitator, Recruitment Territory Director, and several roles with the Minneapolis-St. Paul Alumnae Association. Becky helped re-establish the Twin Cities Alumnae Panhellenic Association in 2009 and currently serves as President of TCAPA. She also volunteers on the Autism Speaks Minnesota Walk committee as the Volunteer Coordinator. Becky works as a Catering Sales Manager for CRAVE Catering in Minneapolis where she lives with her husband, Ryan, and two rescue dogs, Rocky and Oscar.

Brittany Donatelli, Slippery Rock University-ΔK Director, Center for Student Involvement, Florida Southern College and National Volunteer for Omega Chapter

Brittany has the privilege of serving as the Director of the Center for Student Involvement at Florida Southern College. Her position as a Leadership Coach for Alpha Xi Delta led her to find her passion in higher education. After receiving her M.S. degree in higher education from Syracuse University, she decided warm weather was a must. She spends her free time trying new things in the Lakeland area and exploring Florida.

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Carrie Loveless, University of Central Florida-ΘΣ Graduate Assistant at the University of Mississippi and National Team Chapter Specialist, Iota Chapter at West Virgina University Carrie Loveless is an initiate of the Theta Sigma Chapter at the University of Central Florida. She traveled as an Educational Leadership Consultant for the 2015-2016 academic year, and is now pursuing a master’s degree at The University of Mississippi while working as a Graduate Assistant for the Office of Health Promotion. She also serves as a National Team Specialist for the Iota chapter at West Virginia University. In her spare time, she enjoys catching a run outside and her guilty pleasure is watching Grey’s Anatomy.

Cecelia Abshire, Marian University-ΘΤ M.Ed: Chapter Services and Fraternity Assessment Coordinator, Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women; Alpha Xi Delta Chapter Advisory Board Member Cecelia is the Chapter Services and Fraternity Assessment Coordinator for Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women. She is an initiate of the Theta Tau Chapter at Marian University, where she received her B.A. in psychology. Cecelia completed her M.Ed. last May at the University of Missouri – St. Louis, and now serves as an advisor to the Epsilon Xi Chapter at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. She currently lives in St. Louis with her partner, Josh, and ridiculously adorable pug puppy, Ruby.

Christina Krost, Albion College-Φ Outreach Support, Faith in Place ( Illinois Affiliate of Interfaith Power & Light) and Be Just Be Green Juristiction Guide for Methodist Women Christina Krost joined Phi Chapter at Albion College in 1999. She holds a B.A. from Albion College and an MAT from Marygrove College. She joined the interfaith earth care non-profit Faith in Place in March 2015 and United Methodist Women in November 2016. Christina loves to share her passion for green living and environmental justice with others because it reflects her love for creator and neighbor and leaves a healthier planet for her three young daughters.

Courtney Caron-Peters, California State University-Fresno-ΓΕ Recruitment Resource Committee Courtney serves as the head of the Recruitment Resource Committee. An initiate of the Gamma Epsilon Chapter at California State University, Fresno, she received her B.A. in communication sciences and disorders. Courtney also earned her Juris Doctorate and is a music/entertainment attorney. Last August, she gave birth to her son, Pier, and is now mastering the art of being a career woman and mommy. Courtney calls Santa Monica, California, home where she resides with her husband, Evan.

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Educational & Training Session Speakers

Courtney Hankins Fluty, Texas State Univ.-ΔΨ

Director of Member Services

An initiate of the Delta Psi Chapter at Texas State University, Courtney joined Alpha Xi Delta Headquarters staff following graduation as an Educational Leadership Consultant from 2004-2005. Courtney then went on to work in alumni relations and development at St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas, before rejoining staff in 2010 as an Associate Director of Area Development. Since 2013, Courtney has served as Director of Member Services. Courtney resides in Nixa, Missouri, with her husband and their two sons.

Courtney Gable, University of West Georgia-ΖΩ Associate Director of Area Development-Area II

Courtney Gable serves as Alpha Xi Delta’s Associate Director of Area Development for Area II. After graduating from the University of West Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in education, she traveled for the Fraternity as an Educational Leadership Consultant. Courtney lives in Newnan, Georgia, with her Sigma Nu husband, Ross, 13-month-old Rose Petal, Ellis, and two dogs, Paisley and Penny. In her spare time, Courtney enjoys spending time with her family, party planning and making arts and crafts.

Dana Cook, Michigan State University-ΒΘ CARE Team Territory Director-Northeast

Dana graduated with a B.S. from Michigan State University and a masters degree from Montclair State University. In addition to the CARE Team, she serves on the board for the Boston Alumnae Association. Dana is a Flight Attendant/ Instructor/Cabin Evaluator for JetBlue Airways. She currently lives in Boston and is in the process of building a house in Charleston, South Carolina.

Deanna Wollam Detchemendy,

California State University-Northridge-ΔΡ National Panhellenic Delegate and Past National President Deanna has had an active volunteer career with Alpha Xi Delta, including two terms as National President. She currently serves as our National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) Delegate, is a past NPC Extension Chair, and is on NPC’s RFM Leadership Team, having implemented RFM on dozens of campuses for nearly 15 years. In her professional life, Deanna is a corporate real estate counsel for The Walt Disney Company and has been a real estate attorney for more than 25 years. She lives in Pasadena, California, with her husband, Gene, her two sons, Beau and Gage, and their boxer Brody. She loves to read and travel.

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Devon McGoldrick, Rochester Institute of Technology-ΔΛ

Colony/New Chapter Development Specialist; Oncology Advocacy Relations Manager at Eli Lilly & Co.

Devon is a member of Eli Lilly & Company’s Oncology Advocacy Relations team. Prior to joining Lilly, she worked at the LIVESTRONG Foundation, National Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. She holds an MPH from Columbia University and a B.S. from Rochester Institute of Technology. Devon currently volunteers as a Colony/New Chapter Development Specialist with the Kappa Beta Chapter at Texas Tech University. She has previously served as a Chapter Advisor for the Beta Alpha Chapter at the University of TexasAustin.

Elizabeth de Jong, Bethany College-Δ

Development Officer, Alpha Xi Delta Foundation

Elizabeth is Development Officer for Alpha Xi Delta Foundation, responsible for identifying, engaging, soliciting and stewarding alumnae donors to support educational, leadership and scholarship programs. She is also responsible for the Undergraduate Giving Challenge, Cora’s Challenge and Foundation newsletters. With degrees from Bethany College and Georgia Southern University in psychology and education, she worked for 17 years in higher education and volunteered during much of that time for the Fraternity. Elizabeth lives in Bethany, West Virginia, with her husband, Sven.

Ellen Poly Jeffries, University of Nebraska-Lincoln-P Recruitment Territory Director - Midwest Ellen Poly Jeffries is a Recruitment Territory Director for the Midwest. She is an initiate of the Rho Chapter at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She currently lives in Chicago with her husband, Matt, and works remotely as a communications specialist for the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Emily Krawzyk, Pennsylvania State University-ΒΛ Marketing and Sales Associate Emily was initiated in the Beta Lambda Chapter at Pennsylvania State University in 2005. She spent the summer of 2007 in Switzerland at Institute Villa Pierrefeu, the last operating Swiss finishing School. While there she obtained a Higher Certificate in International Etiquette and Protocol. The following spring, she graduated from Penn State with a degree in Art History. She has since been working in marketing. Emily previously served as Area Facilitator for Alpha Xi Delta. She resides outside Philadelphia with her husband and their daughter.

Emily McCarthy, Syracuse University-H

Event Marketing Associate; Recruitment Territory Director-West

Emily is 2009 initiate of the Eta Chapter at Syracuse University. After serving as Programs Vice President and then Chapter President, she spent two years on the road for the Fraternity as an Educational Leadership Consultant. Emily actively travels across the country for her current job, and volunteers for Alpha Xi Delta as a Recruitment Director helping chapters make the most of recruitment efforts. She and her fiancé, Jason, and their dog, Cooper, live in Austin, Texas.

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Educational & Training Session Speakers

Erin Wiley, Bowling Green State University-ΒM MA, LPCC

Erin Wiley, MA, LPCC, is a licensed clinical counselor and Executive Director of The Willow Center, a group counseling practice in Maumee, Ohio. She has shared messages as a guest speaker to groups throughout the U.S. Erin has taught students at Michigan State University, Davis College and The University of Toledo. She is an on-air consultant for WTVG 13ABC Toledo. Her articles on mental and emotional health can be read in several magazines and business journals, as well as online at erinwileytherapy.com. She’s been married for 20 amazing years to her husband, Michael, and has two teenage sons.

Fatima Johnson,

University of North Carolina at Asheville-ZT National Council Vice President Fatima is an initiate of the Zeta Tau Chapter at the University of North Carolina at Asheville (UNCA) and is finishing her second term on National Council as a National Vice President. Prior to serving on Council she served as National Government Relations Chair, an Area Facilitator and as Membership Advisor for Iota Alpha at George Mason University. Upon graduation from UNCA, Fatima obtained her J.D. from the Catholic University of America and currently works at NASA where she is the Executive Officer in the Office of Strategic Infrastructure. Fatima resides in Silver Spring, Maryland, with her son Ben, and fur baby, Ellie. When she is not serving Alpha Xi Delta, Fatima also volunteers with the Junior League of Washington and as a Mediator.

Jaime Koehler, Western Michigan University-ΘH Leadership Coach

Jaime is an initiate of the Theta Eta Chapter at Western Michigan University. She graduated with a degree in organizational communication and has minors in gender and women’s studies and management. She works for Fraternity Headquarters as a Leadership Coach, where she works to foster member development through building life skills, facilitating StrengthsQuesttm, and implementing programming in our college chapters. During her collegiate years, Jaime served as President and Ritual Chair, and served on the College Panhellenic Council.

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Jami Stigliano,

University of Texas at Austin-ΒΑ Founder / Franchisor - DivaDance®

Jami is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin where she held numerous offices in the Beta Alpha Chapter and also served as Panhellenic President. As an alumna, she led the re-organization of the New York City Alumnae Association and served as the Chair of the Capital Campaign Committee for the Beta Alpha house renovation. She now works closely with the Kappa Beta Chapter at Texas Tech and on various national committees. Based between New York City and Waco, Texas, she is the Founder, CEO, and Franchisor of DivaDance®. DivaDance is a sexy, sweaty, stress-free dance experience that emphasizes confidence and community among women. With more than 15 years of experience as an executive in the music industry, Jami has contributed to the careers of some of the biggest divas in pop music - all while turning her hobby of teaching dance classes into a nationally franchised company.

Jane Schroeder, University of Nebraska-Lincoln-P Trustee, Alpha Xi Delta Foundation; Implementation Leader at Beck Ag Jane is an implementation leader for Beck Ag where she develops customized experience-sharing marketing programs. Jane started her national volunteer experience in 1992, holding various national roles in each of the past 25 years including National Academic Director and currently serves as a Foundation Trustee. She has been an advisor for Alpha Delta Chapter, Oregon State University, and Gamma Delta Chapter, University of NebraskaOmaha, and she served on Rho Chapter’s Corporation Board for six years, where she chaired the Improvements Committee and served as Vice President. She resides outside Lincoln, Nebraska, with her husband, Dennis.

Janie Gotthelf Marino, Auburn University-ZΞ Educational Consultant for Auburn University and Chapter Advisor for Zeta Xi Chapter at Auburn University Janie is a graduate of Auburn University with a B.S. ’96 and M.Ed. in Secondary Science ’99. She was a high school science teacher for eight years. After returning to Auburn in 2008, she joined the Zeta Xi Chapter Advisory Board and has served as the Membership and Chapter Advisor. She is currently employed as an educational consultant for Auburn University’s College of Science and Mathematics Community Outreach Program. Janie resides in Auburn, Alabama, with her husband, three children Sophie (13), Drew (11) and Clay (8).

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Educational & Training Session Speakers

Jeanine Pares Bensken, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign-Κ MS Mom of four (now grown) kids; Later in Life Exerciser, Returner to schoolExercise Science Researcher/Ph.D. student; Physical Activity Interventionist (Special Populations) ; Kappa Chapter alumna and substitute house mom. Jeanine is a later in life exerciser and current Kinesiology Ph.D. student at University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. She returned to graduate school as her youngest of four children was finishing high school. Her passion is working with special populations across the lifespan from children (afterschool program) through elder adults (fall prevention) and chronic disease patients (kidney dialysis) and their support networks to reduce barriers and encourage positive healthy lifestyle changes. She is a Kappa Chapter alumna and substitute housemom.

Jennifer Beeman Zipf,

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire-EΑ Public School Educator and Philanthropy Territory Director of Alumnae Engagement Jennifer Zipf joined Alpha Xi Delta in 1998 at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. She volunteers for the Fraternity as the Chapter Advisor for Epsilon Alpha Chapter and the Philanthropy Territory Director of Alumnae Engagement. Jennifer is also actively involved in her local alumnae association. She is an educator with her undergraduate degree in elementary and special education, her master’s in educational leadership, and her administrative licensure as a K-12 principal. She lives in Minnesota, with her husband and two boys.

Jennifer Daniels Umberger, Albion College-Φ Philanthropy Territory Director-Midwest, Director of University Marketing – Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Jennifer’s love for higher education and Alpha Xi Delta flows through her professional and personal life. Her favorite part of philanthropy is the passion, energy and common purpose of our collegiate women and partners in Autism Speaks. Jennifer is advisor to the Kutztown University men’s rugby club, works with the Iota Psi Chapter at Franklin & Marshall College, and enjoys golf, time with family and travel. She lives with her husband (and FOX), Stuart, and their fourlegged family members.

Julie Robinson, Southeast Missouri State University-ΓN Financial Territory Director – Midwest

Julie Robinson joined Alpha Xi Delta in 1993 at Southeast Missouri State University. While in college she held many offices within Panhellenic and the Gamma Nu Chapter including Financial Vice President and Chapter President. She graduated with a B.S. in nursing and continued to be an active alumna as Financial Advisor for Gamma Nu. Since 2004, she has been serving the Midwest as the Financial Territory Director. Julie continues to live in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, working as an ER staff nurse and teaches trauma certification courses for the area hospitals.

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Kate Martin, University of Florida-ZO Foundation Trustee Kate is the Managing Member of Red Bird Consulting, LLC. She works with nonprofit organizations to revolutionize their Boards of Directors through assessment and education; relationship building & engagement; and strategic & business planning. Kate is also a Training Consultant for the Edyth Bush Institute for Philanthropy & Nonprofit Leadership at Rollins College. She has 14+ years of experience as a Senior Director of Development and an attorney. She serves as a Trustee for the Alpha Xi Delta Foundation.

Katie G. Burke, Florida Atlantic University-ΘI

Assistant Dean, Weppner Center for LEAD & ServiceLearning (Lead and Serve), Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Chapter Advisor for Theta Iota Chapter at FAU

Katie lives to inspire those around her to realize and live their passion! Katie lives her values every day by serving FAU as Assistant Dean, program coordinator for The LeaderShape Institute, Elite Owls advisor, and with Leadership Florida. She is a doctoral candidate in higher education leadership, has two master’s degrees, is a certified facilitator of the Student Leadership ChallengeTM, and teaches three leadership courses. Alpha Xi Delta was the initial catalyst for her belief in higher education.

Kiyoko Czech, University of Iowa-Σ New Member Territory Director-Midwest Kiyoko is a long time volunteer for Alpha Xi Delta, having served as a Chapter Advisor and Area Facilitator. In addition, she has been very active with Chicago Area Alumnae Associations, having held several leadership roles with both the Chicago North Shore Alumnae Association and the Chicago Northwest Suburban Alumnae Association. She currently works for the American Cancer Society as a Community Development Manager, working with volunteers in DuPage County, Illinois, to plan Relay For Life events. Kiyoko lives in the Chicago area with her husband, Mark, son, Ryan and African Gray parrot, Chaos.

Kristen Creech-Punch, University of New Orleans-ΔΕ Chapter Advisor and Louisiana Autism Speaks Walk Chair

Kristen Creech-Punch joined Alpha Xi Delta in 1985 at the University Of New Orleans (UNO). She has volunteered as the Chapter Advisor of Delta Epsilon (UNO) for five years. She is thrilled to have helped the UNO chapter sponsor the Louisiana Autism Speaks Walk and honored to have served as the Walk chairperson for 2016 and 2017. She is a charter Member of the Louisiana Northshore Alumnae Association, and is involved in volunteering throughout her community. Kristen lives in Mandeville, Louisiana with her husband, Dave, son, Alex and daughter, Belle. She loves to read and to attend as many of her children’s plays as possible.

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Educational & Training Session Speakers

Kristen Elgie, University of Texas at Austin-ΒΑ Autism Speaks, National Walk Teams Director

Kristen is a graduate of the University of Texas. After graduating, she joined Teach For America where she taught special education students in an inner city school in San Antonio before joining Alpha Xi Delta’s Headquarters staff and supporting the national partnership with Autism Speaks. Currently, Kristen is Autism Speaks’ National Walk Teams Director where she is able to combine her passions for working with Sisters of all ages and giving back to Autism Speaks. She lives in Fort Worth, Texas, with her husband, Jacob, and two dogs, Jack and Zoe.

Kristen Wyse Wagner, Monmouth College-ΒE Manager of Educational Initiatives Kristen is an initiate of the Beta Epsilon Chapter at Monmouth College and after graduation obtained her master’s degree in college student personnel at Western Illinois University. She then went on to work at Simpson College overseeing Fraternity and Sorority Life and Student Activities. Kristen joined the Alpha Xi Delta staff in early 2016 as the Manager of Educational Initiatives. She currently lives and works from her home in Madison, Wisconsin, with her husband, Craig, and dog, Digory.

Laura Milliken, Elon University-ΘN

Philanthropy and Community Outreach Manager

Laura Milliken is initiate of the Theta Nu Chapter at Elon University. In her role on staff, Laura oversees our philanthropic partnership with Autism Speaks. Brendan, Laura’s son with autism, serves as her inspiration for funding the mission of Autism Speaks. Laura is a long-time volunteer for Autism Speaks Carolinas including Walk Chair and interim Director. Laura is a former Alumnae Philanthropist of the Year Award Winner, before joining staff last year. Laura lives in the Charlotte, North Carolina, area with her husband, Joe, and two sons, Patrick and Brendan and dog, Bailey Panther.

Laura Ramsey, University of Northern Iowa-ΔX

CARE Territory Director-Midwest, Assistant Professor, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Laura graduated with a B.S. from the University of Northern Iowa and a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. Prior to joining the CARE team, she served as the Minneapolis-St. Paul Alumnae Association President, Programs Advisor for the Epsilon Alpha Chapter, and Chapter Advisor for the Theta Pi Chapter at Christian Brothers University. Laura is an Assistant Professor at Cincinnati Children’s Research Hospital and is active in the Cincinnati Alumnae Association. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, with her husband, Colin, and 3-year-old son, Alex.

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Lauren Felts, Indiana University Bloomington-ΒΠ Director of Communications and Marketing

Lauren earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism with a minor in business from Indiana University in 2005. She joined Alpha Xi Delta’s staff in 2008, serving as Communications Manager and Assistant Director of Public Relations prior to becoming the Director of the department. Lauren and the Communications and Marketing Department work to promote the Alpha Xi Delta brand through The Quill, printed materials, social media, our National Fraternity website and everything in between. Lauren lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, with her husband, Erik, her daughter, Brynn.

Lindsay Ollis,

University of North Carolina-Wilmington-ZX Membership Advisor, Zeta Chi Chapter and Graduate Assistant at Auburn University Lindsay is an initiate of the Zeta Chi Chapter at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW). She traveled as an Educational Leadership Consultant from 2015-2016 and is now pursuing a master’s degree at Auburn University while working as a Graduate Assistant for the Panhellenic Council. She volunteers as the Membership Advisor at her alma mater, UNCW. In her spare time, she loves to read and her guilty pleasure is watching the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

Lindsey Hojnowski, The Ohio State University-Ψ Senior Assistant Director, Career Development Center, Indiana University Bloomington and Recruitment Territory Director- Midwest Lindsey is an initiate of the Psi Chapter at The Ohio State University. After graduating in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in strategic communications, Lindsey traveled as an Educational Leadership Consultant. She earned her master’s degree in leadership in higher education from Baldwin Wallace University. Lindsey has been serving as a Recruitment Territory Director-Midwest since 2012. Currently, she works as the Senior Assistant Director of the Career Development Center at Indiana University, Bloomington.

Mackenzie Williams, East Carolina University-ΓΦ Membership Growth Resource Coordinator

Mackenzie is the Membership Growth Resource Coordinator for Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity Headquarters. She is an initiate of the Gamma Phi Chapter at East Carolina University, where she received her B.S. in hospitality management and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in adult education. She lives in Raleigh, North Carolina, with her goldendoodle puppy, Bogue Banks.

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Educational & Training Session Speakers

Mary Katherine Branham, Georgia Institute of Technology-ΓΗ

Associate Director of Member Services Mary Katherine Branham graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in international affairs. She started her employment with Alpha Xi Delta traveling as a Leadership Coach and then as an Educational Leadership Consultant. Before coming back on staff in the fall of 2013, she served as an advisor for Omega Chapter at Stetson University. She lives in Atlanta and volunteers her time with the Georgia Tech Alumnae Network and as a volunteer coordinator on the TEDx Peachtree leadership team.

Megan Foster, Indiana University of PennsylvaniaΔN Associate Director of Education and Leadership Megan started employment with Alpha Xi Delta as an Educational Leadership Consultant. She returned to staff as Associate Director of Area Development-Area I from 20092013. She is currently serving as the Associate Director of Education and Leadership and enjoys the challenge of inspiring women to realize their potential! Megan works from her home office in Indiana, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Kevin, son, John, and dog, Finn.

Melanie Holwood, West Chester University-ZH Chapter Advisor, Area Facilitator and National Finance Team Communications Specialist Melanie graduated from West Chester University with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in criminal justice. She has her second master’s degree in higher education/student affairs from Messiah College. She has volunteered with the Fraternity in various aspects. Melanie is currently the Chapter Advisor for Zeta Eta Chapter at West Chester University and Tau Chapter at the University of New Hampshir, and Area Facilitator for chapters in Pennsylvania. Melanie is also active in the Philadelphia Alumnae Association. When not volunteering, she works full-time as a probation/parole officer in Pennsylvania.

Melissa Reed, Carroll University-ΒΨ

Second Grade Teacher, and Academic Territory Director – Midwest

Melissa is an initiate of the Beta Psi Chapter where she served as President, Programs Vice President and New Member Orientation Chair. She is a dual-certified special/regular education teacher and teaches second grade for Milwaukee Public Schools. Melissa has served in several volunteer roles, including a Chapter Advisor and Area Facilitator. She is currently the Academic Territory Director-Midwest and President of the Greater Milwaukee Alumnae Association. Melissa lives in Milwaukee with her husband, Tim, and their dog, Sophie.

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Michelle Marchand, University of Mount Union-Γ National New Member Director

Michelle is the Senior Director of Chapter Development for Delta Upsilon International Fraternity. She has worked in the fraternity/sorority industry for 11 years, including previously for Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity Headquarters and Lehigh University. She earned her B.A. from the University of Mount Union and M.A. from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Michelle has served as a presenter and facilitator for more than 25 organization and leadership academies and conferences. She resides in the suburbs of Chicago with her partner, Zac, and dog, Paulie.

Peggy Dickerhoff Coyne, Kent State University-ΒΤ National Alumnae Director

Peggy is Lead Analyst Knowledge Management for The J.M. Smucker Company and has been leading technology projects for 25 years. She has had an active volunteer career with Alpha Xi Delta, including two terms as National New Member Director. She currently serves as the National Alumnae Director. Peggy’s focus continues to be on initiatives that inspire Alpha Xi Delta Sisters to actively engage in membership for a lifetime. Peggy lives in Ravenna, Ohio, with her husband, Tim, and her two sons, Alex and Josh.

Rachel White, University of West Georgia-ZΩ Recruitment Specialist

Rachel is currently the manager of financial operations for Columbia Property Trust and has been in real estate for 15+ years. She has served the Fraternity as a Design Specialist, Chapter Advisor, Membership Advisor, Recruitment Specialist and a Workout Facilitator. Also serving on her initiated chapter’s Housing Corporation Board at Zeta Omega Chapter at the University of West Georgia, she has overseen the building and remodel of the chapter home. Rachel lives in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, with her husband, Justin, Rose Petal and Allie.

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Educational & Training Session Speakers

Sandi Edwards, University of Kentucky-Ξ

Talent & Communications Manager for Simplify Compliance; Committee on Leadership Chair and Past National President

Sandi is the Talent & Communications Manager for Simplify Compliance in Nashville. As a Senior Certified Professional of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-SCP), she oversees the talent acquisition and management process for the company, including learning and organizational development and internal communications. An initiate of our Xi Chapter at the University of Kentucky, she chairs the Committee on Leadership. Previously, she served two terms as National President, and has served the Fraternity for more than 20 years in a variety of roles at the local, regional and national level.

Sarah Alice Keiser, Wright State University-ZΘ Lifetime Engagement Manager Sarah Alice joined Fraternity Headquarters staff in March of 2015. Prior to beginning her employment with Alpha Xi Delta, she worked in Advancement and Alumni Relations at the University of Dayton. Sarah Alice earned a B.S. in organizational leadership from Wright State University. Sarah Alice and her husband, Luke, live in Centerville, Ohio, with their two cats, Elvis and Lola.

Scott Fussell

CSL Management, Director of Marketing and Education Scott joined CSL Management as Director of Marketing and Education in 2015, bringing extensive experience in business development and education, as well as a firm understanding of fraternity and sorority operations. In addition to leading CSL’s marketing and messaging strategies, Scott champions the firm’s education initiatives, which includes the development of programming designed to maximize our constituents’ ability to provide a residential experience that is efficiently managed and developmentally enriching for undergraduates, staff, and volunteers.

Sue Mamber, Kent State University-ΒT National Philanthropy Director

As National Philanthropy Director, Sue works with the Philanthropy Team to provide support and guidance to our chapters as they raise fund and awareness for Autism Speaks and inspire our Sisters to continue making a difference for all those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. Sue has served as a volunteer for more than 20 years , including as a National Vice President from 2007-2011. She lives in Alexandria, Virgina, with her husband, Steve and son, Sam.

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Tabitha Hembree, Florida Atlantic University-ΘI National Recruitment Director

Tabitha is the National Recruitment Director for Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity. She is an initiate of the Theta Iota Chapter at Florida Atlantic University. Tabitha is a second grade teacher at Campus School, which is located on the University of Memphis campus. She currently lives in Memphis, Tennessee, with her husband, Keith.

Tracy Osborne, Michigan State University-ΒΘ Associate Executive Director Tracy has served in various roles within the Fraternity from Educational Leadership Consultant to National Vice President. Tracy holds a Bachelor of Arts in communication from Michigan State University and a Master of Science in Managerial Leadership from National-Louis University. She resides in the Chicago area with her husband, Bob, her three Rose Petals, Maggie, Ailish and Maeve, a dog Jud and two turtles, Flash and Gordon.

Tracy Stainbrook, University of Mount Union-Γ 10th grade biology teacher and Academic Communications Specialist Tracy is an initiate of the Gamma Chapter where she served as President. She has a bachelor’s degree in biology and adolescent and young adult education from the University of Mount Union and a master’s of education in curriculum and instruction from Indiana Wesleyan University. She is currently a 10th grade Biology teacher in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. Before her current volunteer position as Academic Communications Specialist, Tracy served as the Academic Territory Director-Midwest.

Woody Ratterman,

CSL Management, Managing Partner Woody Ratterman serves a Managing Partner for CSL Management and is responsible for the operations of the company. He also serves as a consultant for the firm in the areas of project management, finance, strategic issues and operational excellence. He has more than 20 years of experience in operations consulting, risk and property management, capital raising and mergers and acquisitions. Woody holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Middle Tennessee State University and a master’s degree in Business from Belmont University.

Whitley Pollard, East Carolina University-ΓΦ Recruitment Territory Director- South

Whitley is the Recruitment Territory Director for the southeast region. She recieved her B.S. in criminal justice from East Carolina University where she is an initiate of the Gamma Phi Chapter. Whitley works as an administrative assistant in a CPA firm in Greenville, North Carolina. She has plans to move to Atlanta whith her fiance, Tucker, after their wedding this November.

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