This honor roll recognizes professionals, volunteers, and Alliance Partners who participated in FFE’s spring Call for Programs. Breakout sessions and presenters are evaluated by the Seminar Planning Committee and selected based upon topical alignment, innovation, speaker expertise, and practical application or impact. Interested in presenting at the 2027 Seminar? Consider submitting a program proposal next March.
Michael Ayalon: CEO, Greek University | NIC Bronze Alliance Partner
As an award-winning speaker, author, social media figure, hazing prevention expert, host of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, and CEO of Greek University, Dr. Michael Ayalon is a recognized thought leader in the realms of fraternity and sorority life, business leadership, and higher education.
Danika Arenibas: Senior Advancement Officer, Kappa Delta Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Danika Arenibas is a Senior Advancement Officer for the Kappa Delta Foundation, where she leads donor engagement and planned giving efforts that deepen relationships and support long-term philanthropic growth.
Traci Basden, CFRE: Senior Director of Client Strategy, Dragonfly Collective Agency | FFE Silver Alliance Partner
Traci has more than 30 years in the direct response world, with 25 years focused on fundraising. She has guided campaigns across nonprofits of all shapes and sizes—including many fraternal organizations. Read more about Traci.
John Berghoff: Chief Development Officer, Theta Chi Foundation Chapter | Foundation staff size: 3-5
As Chief Development Officer, John leads all advancement activities and serves as staff liaison to The Foundation Chapter Board of Directors. He oversees the scholarship awards programs, leads the development staff, and is responsible for all annual giving, capital campaigns, and planned giving.
Jake Bredstrand: Managing Director, Sigma Phi Epsilon Educational Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Jake Bredstrand has served the SigEp Educational Foundation for over five years, leading it now as Managing Director. He oversees all foundation staff & strategy, a capital campaign and governance work with the Board of Trustees.
Hillary Brewer: Chief Communications Officer, Foundation for Fraternal Excellence | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Hillary Brewer was initiated into Alpha Omicron Pi at Appalachian State University and serves as the Chief Communications Officer for the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence and North American Interfraternity Conference.
Joe Budde: VP, Client Success, re:Members | NIC/FFE Distinguished Titanium Alliance Partner
Joe Budde is the VP of Client Success at re:Members, and has previously served as the CIO at Sigma Phi Epsilon and the North American Interfraternity Conference and CFO at Beta Theta Pi.
David Carico: Principal & Partner, Columns Fundraising | FFE Bronze Alliance Partner
David Carico served as Executive Director of the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation from 1992–2002, then as a Regional Director of Development at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he helped raise the single largest gift in Georgia Tech’s history — $100 million.
Jill Carrel: Executive Director, Pi Beta Phi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Jill Carrel is the Executive Director of the Pi Beta Phi Foundation, where she partners closely with trustees, volunteers and staff to advance sustainable philanthropic engagement.
Raenee Patterson Chavez: Director of Advancement, Delta Zeta Foundation | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Raenee serves as the Director of Advancement at the Delta Zeta Foundation where she drives strategic stewardship initiatives, builds meaningful donor relationships and oversees impactful scholarship and grant programs.
John E. Christopher: Partner, Fraternal Law Partners | NIC/FFE Distinguished Diamond Alliance Partner
John E. Christopher is a Founding Partner of Fraternal Law Partners. He helps fraternal clients navigate the legal challenges of non-profit organizations, including seeking and maintaining tax-exempt status, corporate governance matters and grant-making.
Sarah Cone: Senior Director of Development Operations, Alpha Delta Pi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Sarah Cone has been with the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation for 12 years and currently serves as the Senior Director of Development Operations. In her role, she oversees the day-to-day operations of the Foundation.
Tristan Conroy: Client Success Leader, re:Members | NIC/FFE Distinguished Titanium Alliance Partner
Tristan Conroy is a Client Success Leader at re:Members, a Salesforce-based CRM/AMS platform purpose-built for fraternal organizations and their foundations. With over 10 years of experience in the fraternal sector, Tristan partners with chapter-based organizations and foundations to translate technology into measurable outcomes.
Daniel A. Cravitz, JD, CTFA: VP, Institutional Investment Advisor, AMG National Trust | FFE Diamond Alliance Partner
Daniel A. Cravitz, J.D., CTFA, is Vice President and an Institutional Investment Advisor and a member of the AMG Investment Committee. Dan brings both investment expertise and extensive experience managing assets for a diverse group of institutional clients.
Logan Davis: Gambling Education Specialist, Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery
Logan joined the Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery in January of 2019 as the Outreach and Engagement Manager and transitioned into the Gambling Education Specialist role in February 2026.
Matthew Dempsey: Director of Operations, CSI | FFE Gold Alliance Partner, NIC Bronze Alliance Partner
Matthew Dempsey, MS, serves CSI as the director of operations and has provided fundraising and strategic consulting to nonprofits, including many fraternal organizations.
Leinin Dumitrescu: Senior Manager, Development & Marketing, Phi Mu Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Leinin Dumitrescu is the Senior Manager, Development & Marketing for Phi Mu Foundation and has served the organization for over 10 years.ation and a former Chief of Staff at a regional marketing firm, Ann brings a unique, cross-functional blend of analytical insight and creative strategy to her role. Her academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Clemson University and a Master of Science in Biological and Physical Science with a concentration in Pharmacology from the University of Virginia. Ann is preparing to sit for her CFRE exam later this year.
Elizabeth Fields: President & Founder, Jackson Fields Consulting | FFE Silver Alliance Partner
Elizabeth Fields brings over 30 years of nonprofit leadership experience, including serving as Chief Operating Officer at Gary Sinise Foundation where she led strategic initiatives that resulted in a 17.2% revenue increase during COVID-19.
Sean FitzGerald, MA, CFRE: Director of Advancement, Delta Upsilon Educational Foundation | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Sean FitzGerald, MA, CFRE (he/him) is Director of Advancement for the Delta Upsilon Educational Foundation, where he’s also a proud member.
Thomas Fralich: Director of Development & Chapter Support, Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+ 28
Thomas Fralich, Director of Development and Chapter Support, has been with the PIKE Foundation since graduating from Indiana State University in 2024.
Lee Fuller, CFRE: Vice President of Development, Phi Kappa Psi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+
Lee Garrett Fuller, CFRE is Vice President of Development for the Phi Kappa Psi Foundation, where he provides leadership for fundraising, major and planned giving, annual giving, and Chapter Development Services.
Tracy Garner: Past President, Alpha Delta Pi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Tracy Garner currently serves as Secretary and Chair of the Governance and Policy Committee of the FFE Board. Prior to her FFE service, she served 12 years as a Trustee of the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation, including five years as Board President.
Brian Gawor, CFRE: AVP & COO, Cleveland State University Foundation
Brian Gawor is a 25-year non-profit veteran who serves as AVP & COO of Cleveland State University Foundation. A changemaker in philanthropy, Brian is committed to amplifying the joy of giving through authentic human relationships.
Lori Goede: Director, Board of Directors, Alpha Omicron Pi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Lori Goede is an entrepreneur and an event planner with Chantilly Chic Celebrations, drawing on a decade of experience in event design, client service, and creating memorable experiences.
Marsha Grady, CFRE: Former Chief Development Officer, Alpha Chi Omega Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Marsha Grady recently retired after 14 years on the staff of the Alpha Chi Omega Foundation, the last 7 as Chief Development Officer.
Michael Greenberg: President, Sigma Chi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+
Michael Greenberg has been a leader in the interfraternal community for decades. He is the Past Chairman of the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) Governing Council, 68th Grand Consul of Sigma Chi Fraternity, Past Chairman of the Sigma Chi Leadership Institute (SCLI), and President of the Fraternity & Sorority Political Action Committee (FSPAC).counselor to The Generosity Commission: A National Conversation on Giving and Voluntary Action.
Melissa Hammer: Director of Foundation Communications, Kappa Delta Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Melissa Hammer is the Associate Director of Communications for the Kappa Delta Foundation, where she leads strategic communications and donor engagement initiatives that connect members to mission and inspire philanthropic support.
Amy M. Hebbeler: Partner, Fraternal Law Partners | NIC/FFE Distinguished Diamond Alliance Partner
Amy M. Hebbeler is a Partner with Fraternal Law Partners. Amy’s practice focuses on many of the issues specific to national fraternities and sororities, fraternal foundations, house corporations and alumni associations.
Jenna Hollinden: Senior Vice President, Pennington & Company | NIC/FFE Distinguished Titanium Alliance Partner
Jenna Hollinden is a Senior Vice President at Pennington & Company, where she advises organizations nationwide on feasibility studies, annual campaigns, and capital campaign strategy.
Jessi Horne: Senior Director of Strategic Communications, Phi Mu Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Jessi Horne leads strategic initiatives for Phi Mu Foundation, including communication, marketing and various annual fund campaigns.
Wes Holtsclaw: Senior Director of Annual Programs, Sigma Chi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+
Wes Holtsclaw is in his 13th year with Sigma Chi Headquarters, where he has served in a variety of communications, marketing, fundraising and major gift development roles across both the Fraternity and Foundation.
Michaela Johnson: Vice President, Pennington & Company | NIC/FFE Distinguished Titanium Alliance Partner
Michaela Johnson is a fundraising strategist and campaign leader who has guided more than 15 fraternity and sorority clients nationwide through feasibility studies and capital campaigns, helping secure multiple six-figure gifts and strengthen long-term philanthropic growth.
Dr. ShirDonna Lawrence: Senior Manager, The Jed Foundation | NIC Bronze Alliance Partner
Dr. ShirDonna Lawrence is a higher education scholar-practitioner with 11 years of experience in fraternity/sorority life administration, organizational change, strategic planning, and assessment.
Jill Leach: Executive Vice President, Pennington & Company | NIC/FFE Distinguished Titanium Alliance Partner
Jill Leach is a seasoned fundraising strategist and leadership development expert with more than 15 years of experience helping organizations build strong talent and execute transformational campaigns.
Alicia Lifrak, CFRE: CEO & Founder, Dragonfly Collective Agency | FFE Silver Alliance Partner
With more than three decades of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, Alicia has dedicated herself to philanthropy both working directly in membership-based nonprofits and higher education institutions as well as serving in a more consultative role from the agency perspective. Read more about Alicia.
Chloe Long: Development Operations Specialist, Phi Mu Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Chloe Long is the Development Operations Specialist with five years of experience at the Phi Mu Foundation, where she focuses on making gift processing smoother, smarter, and more efficient.
Carly Petersen Loth, MA: Director of Development, Alpha Omicron Pi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Carly Petersen Loth, M.A., serves as Director of Development for the Alpha Omicron Pi Foundation, where she leads Giving Tuesday and Pi Day campaigns, annual and lifetime giving programs with an emphasis on the Jacqueminot Circle, and the Foundation’s direct mail strategy.
Lucy Love, CNP, CFRE: Senior Director of Development, Alpha Delta Pi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-1029
Lucy Love is a Certified Fund Raising Executive and Certified Nonprofit Professional who thrives at the intersection of strategy, philanthropy, and impact.
Jill Lucken: Executive Director, Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Jill Lucken serves as the chief executive leader of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation, managing partnerships with key stakeholders and overseeing assets exceeding $65M.
Jen Magro Algarotti, PHD: Director of Strategic Communications, Delta Gamma Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+
Jen Magro Algarotti, PhD, is the director of strategic communications for the Delta Gamma Foundation where she oversees all aspects of marketing and communications for the Foundation.
Karen Marchese: Director, Board of Directors, Alpha Omicron Pi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Karen Marchese, MBA, is Senior Manager of Operations at Macy’s Logistics & Operations, where she brings extensive experience in logistics, multi-site operations, asset protection, and team leadership.
Julie Molitor: Sr. Director of Strategy, Pi Beta Phi Fraternity | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Julie Molitor is a strategic leader focused on creating meaningful, connected member experiences. In her role with Pi Beta Phi, she works across functional areas to strengthen alignment through communication strategy, engagement initiatives, and organizational planning.
Heather Moore: Partner, Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath LLP | FFE Silver Alliance Partner
Heather Moore advises nonprofit clients, including fraternities and sororities, colleges and universities, and private foundations.
Emily Musser: VP, Client Relations, AMG National Trust | FFE Diamond Alliance Partner
Emily Nelson Musser is Vice President of Client Relations and works with AMG’s nonprofit, foundation and endowment clients.
Meghan Parker: Executive Director, Zeta Tau Alpha | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Meghan is the Chief Executive Officer for Zeta Tau Alpha’s International Office. Prior to her return in 2016, she served on staff from 2005-2009 in multiple roles.
Samantha Patton: Senior Director of Annual Giving and Chapter Communication Services, Phi Kappa Psi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+
Samantha Patton is the Senior Director of Annual Giving and Chapter Communication Services at the Phi Kappa Psi Foundation, where she leads donor communications, fundraising campaigns, and targeted alumni engagement and fundraising for chapters and house corporations nationwide.
Ben Pendry, CFRE: Vice Chancellor for Advancement, Western Carolina University
Ben is Vice Chancellor for Advancement for Western Carolina University and President of the WCU Foundation. He previously served in development roles for UNC Charlotte, the Sigma Chi Foundation and the NIC Foundation / FFE.
Diane Y. Petersen, MD: Nonprofit Governance Leader; Former Chair and Trustee, Tri Delta’s Foundation Board of Trustees | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Diane Y. Petersen, M.D. is a nonprofit governance leader and strategist with extensive experience serving nonprofit organizations at the board level.
Renee Quinn: Director of Sales and Partnerships, Givzey | Version2.ai | FFE Bronze Alliance Partner
Renee Quinn is a nonprofit technology and 16+ year fundraising professional with expertise in digital engagement, partnerships, and advancement strategy.
Allison Rickels, CFRE: Executive Director & CEO, FarmHouse Foundation | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Allison Rickels is Executive Director and CEO of the FarmHouse Foundation, a role she has held since 2007. She joined the Foundation staff in 2001 and has led its growth and development for more than two decades.
Joshua Ronk: Senior Director of Marketing and Communication, Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+
Joshua Ronk, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, has been with the PIKE Foundation for more than three years and has served in several roles, including Senior Director of the Historical Society.y her own personal journey, including the sudden loss of her father at age 18. A respected speaker and mentor, Tiana is a guiding voice in both the financial industry and her local Tucson community, especially during life’s most challenging transitions. She also proudly serves as Vice President on the Board of Directors for the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation.
Aaron Smith: Director of Philanthropy, FarmHouse Foundation | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Aaron joined the FarmHouse Foundation staff in December 2025 and has more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership and fundraising experience.
Chris Smith: Director of Systems, Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity & Foundation | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Chris Smith is the Director of Systems for Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. He has spent 18 years working in membership-based nonprofits, with a focus on connecting fraternity engagement data with foundation giving strategies.
Jim Spencer, CFP: Senior Consultant, Stick Figure Fundraising, LLC | FFE Bronze Alliance Partner
Jim “Spence” Spencer brings more than 35 years of nonprofit fundraising experience. He has served as a Chapter Consultant, Director of Chapter Services and then Executive Director of Alpha Chi Rho Fraternity.
Neil Stanglein: Director of Development, FarmHouse Foundation | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Neil joined the FarmHouse Foundation staff in December 2025 and began his career in higher education administration before transitioning to fraternal fundraising in 2014.
Meredith Stice: Advancement Operations Specialist, Kappa Delta Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Meredith Stice is the Advancement Operations Specialist for the Kappa Delta Foundation and has served the organization for nearly five years.
Erik Tomalis: Nonprofit Executive, Fundraising Thought Leader and Self-Proclaimed Nonprofit Nerd, Sigma Nu Alumnus and Volunteer
Erik Tomalis (Sigma Nu) is an internationally recognized nonprofit leader, speaker, and fundraiser with more than two decades of experience helping mission-driven organizations grow generosity and strengthen donor relationships.
David Wachs: CEO, Handwrytten | FFE Bronze Alliance Partner
A serial entrepreneur, David’s latest venture, Handwrytten, is bringing back the lost art of letter writing through scalable, robot-based solutions that write your notes in pen.
Jen Webb, CFRE: Executive Director, Alpha Delta Pi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Jennifer Webb has served as Executive Director of the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation since 2010, leading the Foundation’s philanthropic initiatives and donor engagement strategies resulting in an increase in resources from $3.5 million in 2010 to more than $27 million in 2025.
Ande White: Director of Technology Services, Delta Sigma Phi/Pi Kappa Alpha | Foundation staff sizes: 0-3/10+
Ande White recently transitioned to Delta Sigma Phi as their Director of Technology Services, but previously served as the Technology Officer at Pi Kappa Alpha.
Linden White, MBA: Senior Development Officer, Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+
Linden White currently serves as Senior Development Officer for the Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation. Since starting in 2022, Linden has worked in frontline annual fund fundraising, secured major gifts, and now leads the development team in onboarding, training, and oversight.
Christian Wiggins, MBA, CAE: Founder & Principal, Lumen Leadership Strategies | FFE Gold Alliance Partner
Christian Wiggins is the Founder and Principal of Lumen Leadership Strategies, where he partners with associations, foundations, and higher education institutions to move from strategy to sustained impact. Read more about Christian.
Mark Wilkison: Principal & Partner, Columns Fundraising | FFE Bronze Alliance Partner
Mark Wilkison is a 1983 graduate of the University of Vermont and served as the Executive Vice President of the Phi Gamma Delta Educational Foundation from 1986-1991.
Jane Dall Wilson: Counsel, Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath LLP | FFE Silver Alliance Partner
Jane Dall Wilson (Chi Omega) advises national fraternities and sororities on dispute resolution and compliance matters.
Greg Wilson: Founder & Senior Consultant, Stick Figure Fundraising, LLC | FFE Bronze Alliance Partner
Greg Wilson is the founder and principal of Stick Figure Fundraising, LLC, a national nonprofit fundraising consultancy, and serves as Director of Client Success at Planned Giving Marketing.
Chris Woods: Partner, Plaid | NIC/FFE Distinguished Diamond Alliance Partner
Chris Woods is a partner in Plaid and serves in the areas of program development, account management, business development, marketing and facilitation.
Kyle Yarawsky: Senior Vice President, Pennington & Company | NIC/FFE Distinguished Titanium Alliance Partner
Kyle Yarawsky is a Senior Vice President at Pennington & Company, where he has spent the past decade helping local and national campaign clients raise more than $100 million.
Jeremy York: Lead Consultant & President, InvigorateHR | FFE Bronze Alliance Partner
Jeremy York, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, is the Lead Consultant and President of InvigorateHR, author of People Not Tasks: A Leader’s Guide to Building Solid Employee Relationships, and coauthor of The JoyPowered Organization.
