Laurence A. Bolotin
Executive Director

The University of Florida, B.S in Public Relations '01
The University of Texas at Austin, M.Ed in Higher Education '03

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• Strategic plan
• Housing
• Insurance
• Governance
• Human resources
• Working for ZBT
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Alumni Engagement

Laurence grew up in South Florida and joined ZBT in 1998 at the Alpha Zeta (Florida) Chapter. Prior to becoming Executive Director of ZBT he served as the Executive Vice-President for the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce in addition to prior roles at ZBT including Associate Executive Director and Director of Chapter Affairs.

Laurence's passion for ZBT dates back to his experience in his undergraduate chapter and life-changing opportunities that came along with it. His leadership experience at Florida inspired him to pursue a graduate degree with a focus in student affairs and higher education administration.

Prior to coming to work for ZBT in 2005 he spent time working at The University of Texas and California State University – San Marcos. When not working hard, Laurence tries to enjoy all of the amenities that Indianapolis has to offer along with exploring more of the world outside of the United States.

Libby Anderson
Director of Operations and Brand Management

University of Missouri, B.S. in Educational Studies in Family and Consumer Science
Indiana State University, M.S. in Student Affairs Administration

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• Risk management
• Brand management
• Office administration
• Interfraternal inquiries
• Nationally sponsored programs and meetings
• Leadership opportunities

Libby is a member of the Alpha Epsilon Phi sorority where she serves as National Vice President of Programming, a lead facilitator for programs of the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC), member of the Fraternity and Sorority Assessment Coalition Project, a member and volunteers for both the Fraternity Executives Association and the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors.

Additionally, Libby has been awarded the Jack L. Anson Award for Interfraternity Excellence from Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity and the Distinguished  Service Award from the Association of Fraternity and Sorority Advisors. Libby is a graduate of the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Educational Studies in Family and Consumer Science Education and Indiana State   University with a Master of Science degree in Student Affairs Administration.

In her spare time, Libby likes to travel, cook and go to the theatre.

Matthew I. Tobe
Director of Recruitment/N.P.E.F. Administrator

University of Colorado, B.S. in Political Science

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• Recruitment
• Housing
  • Assistance with current houses
  • Assistance in securing new housing
  • Undergraduate leases
  • Setting up housing corporations
  • Any housing related concerns

Matthew grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  He graduated from the University of Colorado and is an alumnus of Beta Alpha Theta Chapter.  Matthew previously worked for ZBT for four years as a chapter consultant, Director of Expansion, and Director of Chapter Affairs.  Prior to his return to ZBT staff, Matthew worked for a year at a local real estate firm in Indianapolis.

In his spare time, Matthew likes to watch sports (mainly Pittsburgh teams!), ski (both water and snow), and travel around the world.

Candice Perilstein
Director of Expansion and Colony Development

University of Miami '04

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• Expansion opportunities
• Expansion leads
• Questions about ZBT's partnership with Phired UP
• Feedback about the Expansion Process
• Working with new colonies to become chartered chapters

Candice was initiated into Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity while studying at the University of Miami. Following graduation, Candice was hired to serve as a Traveling Leadership Consultant for ZTA where she was responsible for mentoring undergraduate leaders in 30 chapters while also taking ownership over several extension efforts during her second year. Candice followed that experience with earning a graduate degree in College Student Affairs from the University of South Florida.

Brian A. Hoffman
Director of Chapter Affairs

Tulane University '09, B.A. in Philosophy

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• Chapter development
• Chapter Standards of Excellence
• National Staff Liaison Program
• Officer training
• Partnership opportunities
• Philanthropy and Community Service
• Undergraduate publications and resources

Brian grew up in Dallas, TX as the middle of three brothers. He attended Tulane University beginning in fall 2005. Following Hurricane Katrina, Brian joined the Sigma Chapter of Zeta Beta Tau in January 2006 and served in a variety of leadership roles in the Chapter and the Greek community including President of the Chapter and Greek Liaison to the Student Body. Brian is a 2009 recipient of Tulane’s Delta Award, presented to student leaders committed to making a positive change in the community.

Joining the Fraternity staff in summer 2009 as an Expansion and Leadership Consultant, Brian has enjoyed the opportunity to travel the country and world on behalf of the Fraternity, serving as a mentor and representative of the organization. Brian is an avid sports fan, movie-goer, and traveler, and plans to continue developing his passion for student development by attending graduate school in the future.

Shelley Laflin
Director of Finance

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• Financial Statements
• Payment plans and collections
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable

Shelley was born and raised in Canada and has recently relocated to Indiana in 2011. Shelley graduated from Accounting and went on to receive her 4th Level Certified General Accountant. Prior to becoming Director of Finance at ZBT, Shelley had served as an Accountant and Assistant Controller in Canada for 20 years. Shelley is excited to bring her experience and effectively apply it to the continued growth of ZBT.

When not working at ZBT, she enjoys volunteering and training for Triathlons. Shelley has completed 10 Ironman competitions including the World Championships in Hawaii. Shelley has two grown sons.

Joshua G. Albert
Expansion & Leadership Consultant

University of Florida

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• Starting a new chapter
• Colonization Process
• Initial Officer Training
• Cultivating leads

Brother Albert was born and raised in Tampa, FL.  He was initiated into the Alpha Zeta Chapter of ZBT at the University of Florida. While in ZBT, Brother Albert served as the Secretary, Recruitment Chairman for two terms, and then President in his junior year.  During his terms as Recruitment Chair and President, the Alpha Zeta Chapter quickly increased their brotherhood with recruitment classes ranging from 47-52 new brothers.  Josh is due to graduate UF with a degree in Political Science.  He plans to return to graduate school, and develop a career in recruitment and sales.

David K. Lerner
Expansion & Leadership Consultant

University of Hartford '11

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• Starting a new chapter
• Colonization Process
• Initial Officer Training
• Cultivating leads

David is a native of New York that was raised in Livingston, New Jersey and attended the University of Hartford. There he received a bachelor's degree in Media Communications and minored in Education. As a brother of the Gamma Lambda Chapter he held numerous chairman positions including treasurer, secretary, and special events director. David was also very active in Hillel as an intern working in programming and alumni communications. David also worked with children of all ages at JCC Metrowest after-school programs and its summer camp, Deeny Riback for the last 8 years; he hopes to one day own his own Jewish summer camp.

Max D. Rosenberg
Expansion & Leadership School

Florida Atlantic University '10

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• Starting a new chapter
• Colonization Process
• Initial Officer Training
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Max graduated from Florida Atlantic University in May 2011 with a bachelor's degree in business management. Prior to attending FAU, Rosenberg attended the University of Central Florida, where he was the founding father of the ZBT Delta Iota Chapter. He served as the chapter's recruitment chair for two years, and also spent a term as the social chair. While at UCF, Rosenberg worked as the men's basketball head student manager, assisting the program with its day-to-day operations.

Christopher J. Fettig
Chapter Consultant

University of Denver '11, B.S. in Accounting

• Chapter development
• Chapter Standards of Excellence
• Officer training

Christopher was born and raised in San Diego, CA before moving to Minnesota shortly before his senior year of high school. He attended the University of Denver where he graduated in November 2011 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and a minor in Leadership Studies. Christopher was initiated into the Iota Chapter in the fall of 2007. He served as the Brotherhood Development Director and then as Chapter President during his sophomore and junior years. During this time, he also served as an Undergraduate Member of the Supreme Council. He currently working on getting his CPA license and plans on working in public accounting in the future. When he is not working, he enjoys traveling, and spending time with his family and friends.

Laura Estes
Coordinator of Colony Development

Purdue University, B.S. in Organizational Leadership and Supervision
Ball State University, M.A. in Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education

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• Assist colonies with the following:
  • Financial Management
  • Leadership Development
  • Officer training and transition
  • Chartering Ceremonies
  • Brotherhood Programming
• Any Assessment related issues

Laura was raised in Martinsville, Indiana.  She attended Purdue University and became a member of Sigma Delta Tau sorority where she held positions of Vice President, Ritualist, Social, and Panhellenic Delegate. After graduation, she completed a Master's degree at Ball State and worked with the Excellence in Leadership program.  She resides in Westfield, IN with her husband, dog Mimi, and cat Eli.  In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, boating at Dale Hollow Lake, and reading.

Courtney Schooler
Communications Coordinator

Purdue University '10, B.S. in Communications

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• Alumni list requests
• Ritual regalia materials
• Publication orders
• Graphics requests
• Recruitment supplies
• Press releases
• Marketing opportunities

Courtney was born in Pennsylvania and raised in Columbus, IN.  She attended Purdue University and became a member of Delta Gamma Fraternity.  Prior to ZBT, she was a Communications and Marketing intern for Purdue University.  Soon after graduation, Courtney joined the ZBT staff and that’s where she has been ever since.  In her spare time she likes to horseback ride, hike, volunteer, and spend time with her family.

Patsy Faulkner
Office Manager

BYU-Idaho

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• Conclave & convention registration
• Recruitment recommendations
• Special membership requests
• Insurance certificates
• Expulsion appeals

Patsy has been on the ZBT staff since the National Office moved to Indianapolis in 1995. She has enjoyed working for ZBT – especially talking to all the alumni and undergraduates. Patsy was born in Mexico, but was raised in the States since she was nine months old, and has lived in Indiana most her life.

She has two daughters, both attending Michigan State University. Patsy graduated from Ricks College (now known as BYU-Idaho) with a degree in office education. In her spare time she loves to read, do crafts, watch movies, but most of all she loves to hang out with her kids.

Kathy Miller
Membership Coordinator

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• Database updates: addresses, phone # and email
• Credit card payment processing for the fraternity

Kathy has been on staff since the ZBT Headquarters moved from New York to Indianapolis.   She has enjoyed her time here at ZBT, especially getting to know all the brothers. In 2003, Kathy went to part-time hours because she and her husband built a log home in Southern Indiana. Kathy has 2 sons and 5 grandchildren.  In her spare time she loves spending time in the country with her husband and their dogs.

Jamie Gray Light
Interim Coordinator of Leadership and Engagement

Washington University in St. Louis, B.A. in Psychology
Bowling Green State University, M.A. in College Student Personnel

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• THE JOURNEY
• THE PILGRIMAGE + JOURNEY
• New brother education
• Educational programming
• Leadership development
• James E. Greer, Jr. Presidents Leadership Academy
• Conclave

Jamie grew up in Memphis, Tennessee and attended Washington University in St. Louis.  There she joined Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority and earned a Bachelor of Arts in psychology with a minor business.  She then went to Bowling Green State University, worked as a sorority house director and graduate assistant in Greek Affairs and earned a Master of Arts in College Student Personnel.

Jamie has previously worked in student affairs and enrollment management at Baldwin-Wallace College where she served as an admission counselor for the undergraduate evening/weekend program, the Director of Greek Life, the Director of Service Learning and Community Outreach and Director of the Center for Alcohol and Related Issues Education.

 Jamie is the Immediate Past National President of Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority and currently serves on AEPhi’s National Panhellenic Conference Delegation.  She lives in Beachwood, Ohio with her husband and daughter and enjoys volunteering for her PTO and synagogue, spending time with family and friends and traveling.

Linda Dunn
Interim Coordinator of Volunteer Development

University of Nebraska, B.S. in Education

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• Volunteer Opportunities
• Alumni Engagement

Linda grew up in Omaha, Nebraska and obtained a BS in Education from the University of Nebraska.  She is a member of Alpha Epsilon Phi and the proud mother of two grown daughters who both became very active members of SDT. She moved to Indianapolis when her husband, then AEPi Executive Director, opened the National Headquarters in the College Park Area.

Professionally, she has worked with high school and college students both as a teacher and youth advisor.  Her passion for volunteerism earned her a Presidential Volunteer Service Award for lifetime achievement during the administration of President George W. Bush.

In her spare time, she enjoys reading, cooking and skyping with her granddaughter. 

Faron A. Lewitt
Executive Director

University of Alabama '97

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• Strategic Plan
• Foundation administration
• Fundraising
• Scholarship program
• Emergency student loans
• Leadership and education grants program

Faron grew up on Long Island and moved to Atlanta, GA between his sophomore and junior year of high school. He attended the University of Alabama and was initiated into the Psi Chapter of ZBT in 1993. Faron joined the Fraternity's professional staff in March of 1998.  Prior to becoming Executive Director of the Zeta Beta Tau Foundation, he served Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity in many roles including Expansion Consultant, Director of Chapter Affairs and most recently as Director of Operations.

Faron's love of ZBT began while he was an undergraduate and served as an officer of his Chapter. Psi Chapter celebrated its 80th Anniversary while Faron was in school. Serving as Chairman of the event, Faron had the opportunity to work with alumni of the Chapter and the National Fraternity to put together a wonderful weekend of Brotherhood. Faron also served as an undergraduate member of the Supreme Council. This opportunity provided insight into the operations of the National Fraternity and helped form friendships that will last him a lifetime.

When not working, Faron enjoys spending time with his family (especially nieces Lexi and Abby), working around his house, traveling and volunteering.

Jason A. Krane
Associate Director of Development

University of Hartford '10

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• Alumni development

Jason was born and raised in Bridgewater, New Jersey and headed north to attend school at the University of Hartford in Connecticut.  There he received his Bachelor of Arts in Communication, emphasizing in Public Relations and Advertising.  Jason was initiated as a Founding Father of the Gamma Lambda Chapter in October, 2007.  He served on the Chapter Executive Board as President and Secretary.  As President he led the way to earn the right of chapter status with the University and organized the Chartering Ceremony with the National Fraternity.  Jason was also a member of the Inter-Fraternal Council serving as the Vice President of Membership Recruitment.  Due to all of his hard work in the Greek community he was named Greek Man of the Year for the University of Hartford in 2010.

Jason is very excited for the privilege to be working for the Zeta Beta Tau Foundation and help continuing to build the Foundation.  When not working, Jason enjoys spending time with his friends and family and watching his favorite team, the New York Mets.

James P. (Jim) Summers
Annual Fund Director

Marshall University '69

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Jim is a native son of West Virginia and graduated from Marshall University (Huntington, WV) in 1970. He was initiated into the Gamma Epsilon Chapter of ZBT in 1966 and later held several leadership positions, including Pledge Father, Secretary and President, and attended three National Conventions and Leadership Schools and one Regional Conclave. Jim was active in Marshall campus life as a two-year member of the Thundering Herd baseball team and later as a student volunteer in the Department of Athletics; he also was Marco, Marshall’s buffalo student mascot, during his final semester. Jim was recognized as a campus leader with his selection to membership in Omicron Delta Kappa, the Order of Omega and The Robe and was named to Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Jim first joined the Fraternity’s professional staff in June-1970 and served two years – Field Secretary (1970-71) and Director of Chapter Affairs – West (1971-72), during which time he visited fifty-one chapters and colonies. Jim followed his National Staff experience by earning a graduate degree in Higher Education Administration from the University of Southern California (1974). During his first year of graduate school, Jim served as the Graduate Resident Advisor for the USC chapter of Tau Epsilon Phi Fraternity. Utilizing his ZBT National experience, his education in student affairs and his passion for Fraternity life, Jim then accepted the position of Advisor to Fraternities at the University Georgia (1974-76). Jim served on the ZBT National Leadership School faculty in 1974 and 1975.

Following a just-concluded successful thirty-five year sales and marketing career in the Information Technology industry, Jim has returned to ZBT as the Annual Fund Director for the Foundation. Jim and wife Lynda (Sigma Kappa – Marshall ’72) live in Snellville, GA, and have two adult daughters, Tara (Loganville, GA) and Jessica (Macon, GA) and one grand-daughter, Summerlyn (Loganville, GA). Jim and Lynda are very active members of the Marshall University Alumni Association, Big Green Scholarship Foundation and Marshall Atlanta Herd Club. Lynda is very active in the Atlanta Sigma Kappa Alumnae Club, and Jim is active in the USC Alumni Club of Atlanta, ZBT Gamma Epsilon Alumni Chapter and ZBT Atlanta Alumni Club. Jim is very passionate about his family and friends, Marshall University and Zeta Beta Tau. When not working, Jim enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending Marshall and USC alumni and athletic events and Georgia Tech football and baseball games and relaxing at the beach or in the North Georgia mountains.

Neil H. Sobel
Associate Director of Development - Southern California

University of Southern California '68

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• Alumni development
• Southern California Area Alumni Association