Prior to her first term as National President from 2022-2024, Lynn was an appointed National Vice President in 2019 and 2021. She had previously served on National Council for four years as an elected Vice President and was the appointed Foundation Trustee for one biennium. She also previously served the Fraternity as the Second Alternate Delegate to the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC). Professionally, Lynn was an entrepreneurial business owner, launching a retail floral boutique from an original business plan through its successful growth. Lynn previously worked directly with college students in residence life. Before serving on National Council, Lynn was a long-term volunteer in the Alumnae Engagement Department, collaborating with staff and building strong relationships with, and among, alumnae chapters and members. Lynn remains acutely aware of Phi Mu’s strengths and areas of opportunity. She is committed to Phi Mu’s success and her supportive leadership style brings out the best in those with whom she works.
Jessica was appointed to National Council in 2023. She earned a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Louisiana Monroe, where she is a Clinical Professor and Associate Director of the School of Clinical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy. She maintains a hospital-based clinical pharmacy practice, in addition to teaching and scholarly pursuits within the field of pharmacy education. Jessica held the position of National Enrichment Coordinator from 2017-2023, having joined the Enrichment team initially as an Enrichment Chapter Specialist. She has also served as an Area Membership Director and was Chapter Adviser for the Alpha Rho chapter at the University of Louisiana Monroe from 2010-2014. Jessica continues to support UL Monroe as the Faculty Advisor.
Shannon is returning for her second term as a National Vice President. She has held a wealth of Fraternity volunteer positions. Most recently, she was the National Collegiate Housing Coordinator. She also served on the Convention Study Committee, National Council Nomination Committee and as an Area I Finance Coordinator for four years. Locally, she was the Rho Chapter Adviser from 2005-2014 and Financial Adviser from 2014-2022. Professionally, she is an IT Business Relationship Manager for Toyota Industries North America and has held various other information technology-related positions of increasing responsibility since 1995. Her variety of Phi Mu volunteer experience, in addition to other volunteer work, allows Shannon to excel at National Council board service.
Karey has been a National Vice President since 2020. Prior to that, she served the Fraternity in the Membership Department for 11 years and for five years as a Panhellenic officer, most recently an Area Panhellenic Specialist. After graduating from college, she worked as a Chapter Consultant for Phi Mu. She also has extensive volunteer experience with the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana. Professionally, Karey has 21 years of Human Resources experience and is currently the Regional HR Manager for Kentucky Automotive Management; her responsibilities there include training company managers to encourage diversity, avoid discrimination and be positive leaders. Her years of expertise in human resources is valuable to the visionary work that National Council does for all members: collegians and alumnae.
Sarah has steadily volunteered for Phi Mu since 2005 in a variety of departments and at the National, Area and local levels. Most recently she was the Constitution and Bylaws Chairwoman. Additionally, Sarah has served as an NPC College Panhellenic Area Adviser since 2020. As a steadfast volunteer in her community, Sarah previously served on two Governance Boards and has experience serving on other non-profit boards. Professionally, Sarah is the Corporate Counsel, Compliance and Privacy for Chewy. She guides the company on ethical decision-making practices, policy creation and governance. Additionally, she ensures the company is abiding by statutory and regulatory laws concerning compliance and privacy. Sarah also has a professional background in risk, audit and insurance. This expertise will make Sarah a very effective member of National Council.
Kendra is currently the principal of Forest Hill Elementary School. She has previously worked as a teacher, an assistant principal and in human resources for a school district. That extensive professional experience in education benefits her in her Phi Mu work. As a volunteer, she served in the Membership Department, from working as a Chapter Consultant to holding roles including National Director of Extension, National Director of Collegiate Membership and National Collegiate Membership Coordinator. This wealth of membership experience will be invaluable to her work on National Council as the Fraternity is facing a decline in college enrollment.
Jen was previously the Vice President for Collegiate Operations, a National Council position, and a 2018-2022 Foundation Trustee. She was a Phi Mu Graduate Counselor and volunteered in the Finance, Membership and Operations Departments. Most recently, she was on the Ritual Task Force. Jen has over 20 years of experience in professional sports hospitality and is the Senior Food + Beverage Manager for Delaware North with the Jacksonville Jaguars. She is a guest presenter for collegiate sports hospitality programs and served on her local university alumni board. Her professional engagement with a variety of groups from guests to employees and partners informs her Phi Mu work, allowing her to focus on the end results through various lenses. Jen firmly believes in Phi Mu’s end policies and commits to engaging with and understanding members by being an ambassador and objective ear for all.