Thomas Tran (Alpha Kappa Psi) Email & Phone Number

Convention Committee Co-Chair – Howell+Wendroff Professional Center Grand Opening / Brothers Night Out• Working with the staff and committee team members to build a brotherhood event experience at Convention, incorporating the grand opening of the new AKPsi HQ, Howell+Wendroff Professional Center.• Reviewing the renovation plans to outline the event design based on the expected renovation schedule while working to build a communication plan for those attending through photos of progress.• Developing a donor recognition plan to link fundraising efforts leading up to the event and to highlight their contributions to principled business leadership development.Chapter Advisor – Eastern Great Plains Region• Working and supporting the following 5 chapters through the chapter achievement pathway and the needs assessment by communicating monthly checklists and regular team calls: Beta Phi – Drake University, Epsilon – University of Illinois, Alpha Lambda – Washington University, Delta Sigma – St Louis University, Xi Psi – Illinois State University• Interviewing and training 4 new Chapter Advisors by reviewing the chapter achievement pathway, AKPsi monthly communication emails, and available resources as part of the onboarding process and 1-on-1 collaboration sessions. Lead Certificate Facilitator – Creating a Culture of Trust• Reviewed, developed, and led the following sessions for the certificate: Introduction to Workplace Environment, Working with Different Generations, Managing Office Conflict, Ethics in the Workplace, and Navigating the Workplace Environment.• Led these sessions at Elevate 2023 Chicago as part of the initial rollout.

Led and worked with the Management Team and Staff through the pandemic:Communication• Pushed out communication within 72 hours of multiple school closings.• Set up ongoing touchpoints to sync up and put together a COVID-19 FAQ webpage.• Planned for a virtual Fall '20, and worked with the CEO to assemble the AKPsi operations plan.Chapter Operations• Simplified the minimum expectations and developed the virtual chapter operations guide.• Hosted collaboration events: officer town halls, virtual awards night, and planning/recruitment workshops.Leadership Development• Launched the Brotherhood Unbounded program to provide fraternity-level programs to our chapters in a virtual environment.• Spring '20 BU: Learning (BrainyMoney, virtual presentations), Sharing (Ideas on virtual engagement), and Graduating (Focused on senior ceremonies and new alumni orientation).• 2020-21 BU: Monthly keynotes, Birkman Method, and the Institute of Business Leadership, a virtual global conference.Volunteer Training• Provided monthly checklists for CAs, learning plans for volunteers, bi-monthly MT training, and monthly volunteer town halls.FRATERNITY LEADERSHIP:Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion• Formed the DEI task force, selected the team leads, and drafted the charter with the CEO to review our policies and programs.• Brought on the Fraternity Manager of DEI to help develop new certificates.Student Collaboration• Teamed up with Chapter Presidents to propose a resolution for all our members.• Formed an advisory board of 14 chapters to be a sounding board on virtual operations.• Partnered with 6 interns to put together a product launch roadmap for the new BU programs.Technology• Pushed the launch of the MyAKPsi mobile app and knowledge base timeline ahead of schedule by 2 years.CHAPTERS INSTALLED:• Nov '21, Los Angeles Alumni Chapter• Jan '20, Nu Xi-Uni. of Cali. San DiegoEVENTS:• Feb '20, ATL/CHI/BOS/LAS PBLIs• Jan '20, PA/FAC• Aug '19, Dallas Convention

Oversaw the growth, development, and training of the following chapters and their advisors: Baylor University (Epsilon Eta), University of Texas - Austin (Iota), University of Texas - San Antonio (Xi Omicron), Texas Lutheran University (Lamda Mu), Trinity University (Nu Pi).I worked with each chapter to set goals that improve their member experience, challenge their current recruitment efforts, and to think outside of the box by having them implement one new thing that will help the organization continue to be a leader on campus. In addition, worked with the Regional Managers to host the first annual Texas Games, a regional brotherhood event which included marketing competition, athletic games, and trivia.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Collaborating with the team, we put together a chapter roadmap to hold the officers accountable but to also show alumni the growth plan as we re-started this alumni chapter.We implemented regular communication through monthly newsletters and various social media platforms, held event types based on feedback from alumni, and established relationships with local student chapters. As a result, we increased membership by 25% quarter over quarter from 0 to 40+ paying members in less than a year, created our Chapter Designated Fund, and launched the first-ever mentorship program.

Oversee the growth, development, and training of the following chapters and their advisors: Marshall University (Zeta Rho), West Virginia State University (Psi Gamma), Ohio University (Xi Rho), John Carroll University (Delta Mu), and Case Western University (Omicron Chi).I identified the need of training students and volunteers on the new pledge education program, Bridge to Brotherhood. As a result, I worked with chapter pledge educators and volunteers to host a training session for the entire region to teach the new program, to review the changes from the current one, and prepare them for the roll-out.

Oversaw the region's risk management by appointing a compliance team member at each chapter and working with chapters on probation to assess potential risks as outlined in the Board of Directors Statement of Policy.In this role, I built the first-ever Regional Compliance Team made up of non-officers to represent their chapter on monthly calls, to discuss risk scenarios, to establish their own compliance committee within their chapter, and to set training and risk reduction goals.

Advised the Regional Director and served as the region's internal executive officer, risk management coordinator, and administrative manager. Responsible for overseeing internal administrative functions as they relate to the Regional Managers and Section Directors.

Worked with the chapter to complete their probation terms and advised the chapter as they re-build through monthly calls and planning. In addition, worked with the chapter to develop a member expectations plan which sets minimum guidelines as a brother while creating a tiered rewards program for brothers that go above and beyond.

Advised the chapter as they pursue to complete their probation terms, was able to reduce it from a 1-year to a semester term.In addition, worked with the chapter on operations and strategic planning by having the executive board implement long-term goals to improve their member experience. As a result, the chapter executed new programs, including a monthly presentation series where each month was focused on a specific major, a members expectation and mid-year review program, corporate sponsorship, workshops specific to developing its members.

Was brought on to help assist in the re-building of the chapter and its members by developing a communication plan, implementing a new recruitment plan, and creating an advisory board of alumni members. Unfortunately, due to the lack of involvement, communication, and commitment that was needed from the students, it was advised that the students close down the chapter.

New York City

In this role, I led a group of 30+ members in establishing an alumni network through recruiting events, meetings, and professional and community service related events.Our objective is to create a professional and social network for alumni and student brothers, those in and/or pursuing careers of similar interest; to assist student chapters, and the region they belong to, in achieving their goals; increase the quantity and quality of alumni programming; and to further advance the name of Alpha Kappa Psi as the premier developer of principled business leaders in the professional society and the surrounding communities.

Eastern Region

REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT:Training• Implemented a task force made up of students and the regional management team to create a training based on core values and professional experiences. Known as Leader2Leader, this workshop allows chapters to train chapters and students to work together to identify solutions.• Developed a projects based team, Regional Steering Committee, made up of a student from each chapter. This committee allows the students to collaborate with each other, address chapter concerns, and to leverage chapter strengths to implement regional wide programs.Communication• Implemented monthly communication slide deck with news, due dates, and goals status.Inter-chapter Relations• Help developed a regional event, "The Gauntlet," which promotes relationship building between chapters through the following games: marketing competition, athletic games, and trivia• Continuing the Leader2Leader training, implemented a Leader2Leader "Talk Series" to focus on Recruitment, Pledging, and Chapter Operations with presentations from different chaptersRecognition• Implemented regional-level awards for chapters to be nominated and acknowledged by their peersFRATERNITY EDUCATION:• Oct 2012 - Feb 2013: Baruch Case Competition Advisor; Chapter received 2nd Place• 2010-2012: Education Committee• 2011-2012: ACR Committee• Jul 2011, Phoenix Convention, Speaker, "Building Brotherhood"• Jun 2010/11/12, Fraternity Advisory Conf., Speaker, "Recruiting CAB"• Feb 2011, Philly PBLI, Speaker, "Risk Management" • Feb 2012, Philly PBLI, Speaker, "Building Brotherhood"CHAPTERS INSTALLED:• May 2012, NYC Alumni Chapter• Apr 2012, Psi Gamma-WVSU• Apr 2012, Psi Eta-Temple• May 2011, Alpha Omicron-Syracuse• Apr 2011, Psi Mu-Rochester• Mar 2011, Psi Nu-Baruch College• May 2010, Psi Omicron-SUNY Geneseo• Sept 2009, Philadelphia Alumni ChapterFRATERNITY EVENTS:• Jul 2011, Phoenix Convention• Feb 2009/10/11/12, Philly PBLI • Aug 2009, Orlando Convention

Greater Philadelphia Area

• Worked with the other founding members to develop the bylaws• Helped define the chapter overall structure and member requirements• Was the Chief Installation Officer for the installation ceremony

Eastern Region

RESPONSIBILITIES:• Oversaw Penn State University, Shippensburg University, and Drexel University• Created a knowledge sharing network between chapters by acquiring information, such as pledge proposal, rush strategies, and chapter structure, from the chapters within the section• Coordinated the region’s first annual inter-chapter event, “The Gauntlet,” with the participation of 5 chapters• Participated in the annual Management Team meeting, performed Officer Training, attended 2 PBLI and the D.C.Convention, • Worked with Chapter Advisors to set goals based on the chapter’s ACR points and to recognize individualsCHAPTERS INSTALLED:• Jun 2008, Eta Psi-DrexelFRATERNITY EVENTS ATTENDED:• Feb 2007/08, Philadelphia PBLI• Aug 2007, Washington D.C. Convention

Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

RESPONSIBILITIES:• Marco-management of chapter’s operations including; fiscal management, marketing strategies, and conflict resolutions • Mentored brothers and helped further develop the chapter through professional, philanthropic, and fundraising events• Worked with Executive board to revamp rush and pledging process, review ACR goals, and develop inter-chapter relationships• Help to grow the chapter from 10 members to 40 members and to earn 100,000+ points on their Annual Chapter Report

State College, Pennsylvania Area

POSITIONS HELD:Jan. 2006 – May 2006, Recruitment and Chapter Relations Chair• Created new marketing procedures to make it more professional, including flyers, pamphlets, and class room discussions• Conducted recruiting events for 75+ potential members through professional events, social events, and interviews• Established relationships with chapters by informing and inviting them to upcoming events Jan. 2006 – May 2006, Newly Initiated Brother Educator• Acted as a mentor to answer questions and concerns about the fraternity• Educated new brothers on general operations, committee and leadership responsibilities, voting rules, and chapter policies• Held workshops on Committee Positions, Rush, Big/Little procedures, and other chapter proceduresJan. 2004 – May 2004, Pledge Educator• Led the Delta Psi pledge class of 16 through team building activities, resume workshops, and mock interviews• Held weekly status meetings and conducted mid-year performance reviews• Developed the “Friendly vs. Familiarity” guidelines in the pledge proposalAug. 2003 – Dec. 2003, Social Chair• Hosted brotherhood building events such as snow tubing, themed social events, and intramural sports teams• Orchestrated a formal event for more than 75 peopleJan. 2003 – May 2003, Historian• Gave presentations on the fraternity to prospective applicants at rush events• Created and presented an end-of-the-year video recapping semester eventJan. 2002 - May 2002, Pledge Class Co-President• Organized and created pledge class newsletter to inform the brotherhood of pledge activities• Worked with 11 pledges to hold a Professional, Philanthropic, and Social event for the brotherhoodCHAPTERS INSTALLED:• Jan. 2003, Phi Chi - McGill University