Board of Directors

Alison J. Jennings

Chairman

Alison J. Jennings, Oakland ’02

Alison is currently the Controller for SoapBox Soaps, a position that allows her to combine a love of numbers, with a company that’s mission is focused on giving back. With a mix of industry and non-profit experience, she has found a company that allows for the best of both worlds. Originally from Michigan, Alison with initiated by the Mu Nu Chapter at Oakland University. Graduating with a degree in Finance, she went on to complete her MBA at the University of Massachusetts. Prior to joining the Foundation Board, Alison served as chapter advisor, regional manager of finance, and has been active in the Motor City, Chicago and Capital Area Alumni Chapters. Outside of Alpha Kappa Psi, she is enjoying all that the metro DC area has to offer, including being a season ticket holder to the Washington Ballet and taking up the mic as part of DC’s only competitive karaoke league.

Lee Voegler

Vice Chairman

Lee Voegler, American ’98-Life

Lee is a Director at CACI Inc., a consulting firm that supports the federal government’s IT needs. A seasoned Capture Manager and Program Manager with more than 15 years of experience in federal and Department of Defense Capture Management, Business Development and Program Management, Lee’s primary duties include developing and implementing winning Enterprise IT Capture activities for a portfolio of company opportunities. He has a proven track record with business development, project management, facilitation, process improvement, quality assurance and strategic development. He has a BS (double major) from American University in Business Information Technology and Human Resource Management and a MS in Organizational Management from Bellevue University. Lee is an AKPsi-Life member, Silver Distinguished Service Award recipient and has supported AKPsi in a variety of roles such as chapter advisor, section director, Case Competition Judge, PBLI Speaker and Awards Selection Committee member.

Manuel E. Pravia

Treasurer

Manuel E. Pravia, Miami ’89-Life

Manny is currently a principal with Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC (MBAF), a top-40 accounting firm based in Miami. He focuses on corporate and international tax, and serves clients in various industries. Prior to joining MBAF, he worked in Burger King Corporation’s world headquarters and in then-Big 6 firm Coopers & Lybrand. Since being initiated in 1989 into the Beta Pi Chapter at the University of Miami, Manny has been involved at both the local, regional, and national level with AKPsi: part of the colonization team for the Xi Sigma Chapter (Florida International University), charter member (and later president) of the Florida Gold Coast Alumni Chapter (FGCAC), chapter advisor for Beta Pi and Xi Sigma chapters, director of the fraternity, Case Competition judge, Silver Distinguished Service Award recipient, and foundation donor. Manny has a BBA in accounting from UM and an MS in taxation from FIU. He has also been an adjunct professor in the FIU School of Accounting since 2007.

Andrea Nemeth

Secretary

Andrea Nemeth, Montclair State ’91-Life

Since July 2014 Andrea has been serving the Clifton, New Jersey campus of Berkeley College as the Campus Operating Officer. In this role, she oversees day-to-day operations, finances, student and staff retention, and aids in monitoring policies related to personnel. Prior to Berkeley College, Andrea owned and operated a homecare agency in NJ. She has extensive corporate experience in areas including management, financial analysis, and accounting for companies including Unilever, Tiffany & Co., A&P, Nabisco, and BMG Entertainment. Andrea is an alumna of Berkeley College having earned an Associate’s degree in Accounting. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and German from Montclair State University, and an MBA with a concentration in International Business from Schiller International University in Heidelberg, Germany. Andrea joined the fraternity in the fall of 1991 by the Iota Rho Chapter at Montclair State University. As a volunteer, she has held various positions including chapter advisor, regional director, national vice president, executive vice president, and the first female fraternity president. Andrea earned the #1 Region Award in 2003, and has been awarded the Silver Distinguished Service Awards First and Second degree. She is married to Vadim Shleyfman, Towson ’09 – Honorary, where they live in New Jersey and enjoy traveling together, having an extensive collection of mementos to prove it.

Gregory R. DuRoss

Director

Gregory R. DuRoss, Wayne State ’70-Life

Greg pledged Beta Omicron Chapter in 1970, serving the chapter in a variety of officer positions including president. Greg works at the Federal Emergency Management Agency headquarters in Washington, DC. His prior work experience has included two universities, the private sector, and several non-profit organizations. Employment opportunities have taken him to Charlottesville, VA, Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA. Along the way he served the Fraternity as district director and as Regional Director. Greg is the recipient of the silver distinguished service award and is a member of the Clifford Spangler Society.

Jeff E. Frank

Director

Jeff E. Frank, Eastern Michigan ‘86-Life

Jeff is a Product Manager at WorkForce Software, a Human Capital Management company, in Livonia, MI. He directs the features in the company’s absence management and time and attendance products, working with internal stakeholders and external partners. Jeff graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a BBA in Information Systems in 1987. His fraternal experience includes serving as master of rituals, treasurer and president at the collegiate level as well as chapter advisor for the Motor City Alumni Chapter. In addition, he has served as a district director, regional director, chaired the standing Constitution Committee, and is a founder and former vice-chair of the Judiciary Committee. Jeff is a two-time recipient of the Distinguished Service Award. He SCUBA dives, loves photography and collects AKPsi memorabilia, some of which can be found on display at the Heritage Center.

Eliza Hernandez Nuccio

Director

Eliza Hernandez Nuccio, UNC – Charlotte ’09-Life

Eliza serves as the Vice President of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation, an organization supporting minority business communities nationwide. In this role, she is responsible for managing educational programs and initiatives of the chamber and fostering relationships with both local chamber members and corporate partners. Prior to the USHCC Foundation, she worked on the Democratic National Convention Committee, the advance staff for First Lady Michelle Obama, and in the Intergovernmental Affairs department of the Presidential Inaugural Committee. She currently volunteers as an Advisory Council member for the Hispanic Scholarship Fund and on the Hispanic Advisory Committee for the National 4-H Council. Eliza was initiated by the Eta Omega Chapter at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2009, where she held the positions of chapter president and executive vice president. She is a Silver Distinguished Service Award recipient, Certified Fraternity Volunteer, and has supported the fraternity in a variety of roles such as chapter advisor, section director, and ad hoc committees.

Michael Kublin

Director

Michael Kublin, Florida ’75-Life

Michael is the president of PeopleTek, a leadership coaching and development company credited with helping businesses and individuals increase their levels of success. He is the creator of CourageAbility™, a process that enables individuals to be more courageous in their careers, while leveraging behaviors and skills required for innovation and growth in teams and organizations. Mike received his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and his MBA from Nova Southeastern University. Mike is an AKPsi-Life member, continually promotes principled business leadership and is author of 12 Steps For Courageous Leadership, The Leadership Journey, andJourney II – Moving Beyond the Barriers.

Stephen Vasquez

Director

Stephen Vasquez, Arizona State ’72-Life

Steve is an Alpha Kappa Psi certified volunteer and has been awarded the Silver DSA and the Bronze DSA. He rejoins the foundation board after serving on it in the past, including the position of chairman. He was a founding member of the Iota Xi Chapter at Arizona State University. While as a student member, he served in a number of offices including chapter president. Some twenty years later, his daughter Chrissy was a legacy at the Iota Xi Chapter and likewise served as the chapter president. Together, this father-daughter brotherhood duo sponsor one of the largest endowed scholarship funds administered by the Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation. Brother Vasquez is a retired marketing executive, from a Fortune Top 100 consumer goods company. In a career that spanned more than thirty years, he held a wide range of responsibilities including: brand management, national account sales, training and executive sales leadership, before retiring as Director of Customer Service. Upon retirement, Steve and his wife, Debbie, have devoted quite a bit of their time to volunteer work. They are very active in their church to help others including: Andre House in Phoenix; Meals on Wheels; Verdes Christmas Project and Maggi’s Place, which supports homeless expectant mothers. His hobbies include cooking, camping, golf and enjoying Arizona State athletics as a season ticket holder for four women’s and men’s collegiate sports.

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