Will Foran: Executive Director, Foundation for Fraternal Excellence | Foundation staff size: 3-5
Will has worked with fraternity leaders for 20 years in various professional and volunteer roles. Previously at the NIC, he served as Director of Education and Leadership Development, Vice President of Education, Vice President of University Relations, Senior Vice President of Campus Operations and Chief Operating Officer. As FFE’s Executive Director, Will oversees the day-to-day functions of the staff team and supports the Board of Directors in addition to supporting the NIC and FFE’s Alliance Partner Program. Will is a founding member of his chapter of Phi Mu Delta fraternity, initiated at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Allison Foster, CFRE: Chief Development Officer, Alpha Chi Omega Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Allison serves as Chief Development Officer with the Alpha Chi Omega Foundation. She has spent over 20 years in higher education and the fraternal world as her career is focused on work on campuses and within fraternal staff teams for both the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity and Foundation. She obtained her CFRE in 2023.
Allison believes in the power of relationships and the impact they can have on the forward movement of organizations. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Stetson University and a Master of Arts in Education, Concentration: Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of Connecticut.
Katie Gates: Marketing & Communications Manager, Alpha Phi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Katie Gates is the marketing and communications manager for Alpha Phi Foundation. Prior to joining Alpha Phi Foundation, Katie served as Director of Marketing & Membership for Lawrence Country Club Kansas. A graduate of Oregon State University, Katie currently serves as a Chapter Advisor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as well as Alumnae Engagement for her chapter and resides in Lawrence, Kansas, with her husband and three wonderful daughters.
Brian Gawor, CFRE: Consultant, JGA | FFE Gold Alliance Partner
Brian Gawor, CFRE is a 25-year fundraising expert who has worked with hundred of clients across higher education, Greek organizations, social service and arts nonprofits. A former annual giving leader and gift officer, he now focuses on using actionable data at scale to enhance donor engagement. A dedicated “giving geek,” Brian regularly blogs, podcasts and releases research about the changing behaviors of today’s donors and their cause adoption.
Rebecca Gentry: Associate Vice President, Strategic Initiatives, University of Houston & International Volunteer – Chair, Alumnae Relations Directors Team, Alpha Delta Pi | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Rebecca Gentry is the Associate Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Leadership Gifts at the University of Houston, and serves Alpha Delta Pi as Chair, Alumnae Relations Directors Team. At UH, she oversees the leadership/principal gifts program, including presidential engagement strategies, board and volunteer engagement, student philanthropy ambassadors, special projects and strategic planning. Previously, she has held executive advancement and campaign leadership positions in museums, historic homes, non-profit organizations and foundations in Washington, DC, Atlanta and Miami. She has led programs in annual giving, campaign planning and management, integrated communications strategies, national and regional partnership development, board development and relations, donor relations and stewardship, events strategy and execution, and training. Rebecca received her bachelor’s degree from Wake Forest University and is a proud ADPi volunteer leader.
Zac Gillman: Account Executive, re:Members | NIC/FFE Distinguished Titanium Alliance Partner
Zac is the Account Executive at re:Members. From an entry-level traveling consultant to his Fraternity’s CIO, Zac spent nearly a decade helping people leverage technology and focus on improving culture. He has designed multiple custom solutions to support day-of-giving campaigns, helping SigEp grow their annual fund and improve donor relations.
Ben Gold: Speaker and Consultant, Greek University | NIC Bronze Alliance Partner
Ben Gold is an AI Consultant, thought leader, and speaker specializing in practical AI solutions for individuals and organizations. While most consultants stop at theory, Ben dives into actionable steps, working hands-on with clients to implement and optimize AI strategies. In many industry verticals and for many organization types, Ben brings a fresh, real-world approach to leveraging AI for everyday success.
Marsha Grady, CFRE: Former Chief Development Officer, Alpha Chi Omega Foundation | Foundation staff size: 5-10
Marsha Grady recently retired from her position as CDO of the Alpha Chi Omega Foundation, which she had held since 2017. Prior to that, she served 5 years on staff as a major gift officer and 12 years on the Foundation board of trustees and Fraternity National Council, including 4 years as National President. Before embarking on a nonprofit fundraising career, Marsha had over 20 years of business management and consulting experience in a variety of industries with a focus on quality and continuous improvement. For 10 years, Marsha co-owned Tricend Consulting, where she focused on organizational and individual performance improvement. Marsha has an MBA from the University of Alabama and currently holds CFRE designation. She has previously held Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Six Sigma Black Belt, and LEAN process improvement certifications.
Michael Greenberg: President, Sigma Chi Foundation | Foundation staff size: 10+
Mike Greenberg became the President of the Sigma Chi Foundation in October of 2024. Prior to joining the Foundation staff, Mike served in nearly every volunteer role for Sigma Chi, most recently serving as the 68th Grand Consul, a member of the Foundation Board of Governors, and Chairman of the Sigma Chi Leadership Institute. As a Foundation Board of Governors member, he helped to secure more than 90% of all transformational gifts ($1m+) received by the Foundation since 2014 and secured the largest cash gift in the history of Sigma Chi ($12 million).
Ted Grossnickle, CFRE: Senior Consultant & Founder, JGA | FFE Gold Alliance Partner
Ted Grossnickle, CFRE, Senior Consultant and Founder, Johnson, Grossnickle and Associates – Ted brings decades of experience in advancement to help clients to think strategically about the fundraising efforts. A leader to the JGA team and to the broader nonprofit community, he is known for his authentic voice and commitment to guiding organizations to achieve their best. He is deeply engaged in the nonprofit sector as an author, speaker, teacher, and board member and has received numerous honors and awards for his achievements. He currently serves as a member and is a former chair of the Giving Institute, serves on the board of Garrett Theological Seminar, and is counselor to The Generosity Commission: A National Conversation on Giving and Voluntary Action.
