fraternity council
fraternity council
president
Elizabeth Bailey
Elizabeth Bailey, Mississippi, brings more than 25 years of volunteer experience to her role in Kappa. Previously, she has served as Leadership Development Director, Fraternity Vice President, and Director of Membership, to name a few. From grassroots interactions with chapters and alumnae to strategic oversight, Elizabeth is recognized for her unique ability to make complex initiatives approachable and manageable. Elizabeth’s commitment to Kappa is matched by her dedication to effective communication and change management.
Professionally, Elizabeth served as vice president of workers’ compensation & safety at Waffle House, where she gained significant business acumen and honed her strategic-thinking skills over a career that spanned 25+ years. Her passion for driving ideas into action has been instrumental in her leadership roles both within and outside of Kappa.
Elizabeth resides in Atlanta, where she contributes her wisdom and experience to the Fraternity. In her spare time, she enjoys travel, photography, and reading.
vice president
Chelsea Bellew
Chelsea Bellew, Denison, brings a rare combination of legal expertise and hands-on Kappa leadership to her role. A practicing attorney since 2015, Chelsea has served two full biennia as a District Director across two different districts, coaching chapters, associations, and House Boards through strategic planning and problem-solving.
Professionally, Chelsea’s background in litigation has sharpened her fiduciary judgment and strategic thinking. She served as president of the Junior League of the Palm Beaches from 2023–24, leading a 640-member organization through a full revision of its governing documents, operations and financial processes, and previously served as a board member at large for ChildNet.
Chelsea resides in West Palm Beach, Florida, where she brings her governance experience and commitment to chapters and associations to her new role.
vice president
Robyn Oates Brock
Robyn Oates Brock, Tennessee, returns to a larger volunteer role with Kappa after most recently serving on the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Committee. With more than 20 years in higher education, Robyn brings a deep understanding of student and family needs alongside a passion for building community and belonging.
Professionally, Robyn is the director of new student and family programs at Florida State University. She previously served as associate executive director for the Southeast Greek Leadership Association, curating education programming for its annual conference.
Robyn resides in Tallahassee, Florida, with her husband, her son, and her spoiled rescue pup. She enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with family and friends — usually around a shared meal full of laughter and joy.
vice president
Sam Fetcho
Sam Fetcho, Illinois Wesleyan, is a dedicated member of Kappa Kappa Gamma, currently serving as Vice President. Over her lifelong commitment to Kappa, Sam has volunteered at the local, regional, and international levels, embodying the spirit of Kappa in many roles. Previously, she served on Fraternity Council as Director of Standards. Sam has also dedicated her time as a Ritual and History Specialist, where her passion for the history and traditions of Kappa shined brightly. As District Director, she worked to enhance member engagement.
Sam’s career as a pediatric critical care transport nurse honed her problem-solving, teamwork, and collaboration skills, which she applies to her volunteer work. Sam deftly leads teams through complex challenges and is known for her relentless pursuit of building trust and relationships within Kappa, as she believes every member’s voice deserves to be heard.
Outside of her service to Kappa, Sam is a superfan of the Olympics. Her dedication to the games took her to Paris in 2024, marking her fourth trip to the Olympics, and she has plans to attend for the fifth time in 2028. She lives in a suburb of Chicago.
vice president
Suzanne Dalton Kearins
Suzanne Dalton Kearins, Missouri, returns to Fraternity Council after previously serving as the Fraternity’s last Director of Chapters, where she oversaw 140 collegiate chapters and 90 elected and appointed volunteers. During the interim, she has served on the St. Louis Alumnae Association’s board of directors and as capital campaign co-chair of Theta Chapter’s renovation and expansion project.
With extensive leadership experience in board governance across a wide range of nonprofit organizations, Suzanne most recently served as Board Chair of the nationally renowned Saint Louis Art Fair, where she led execution of the organization’s first strategic plan, strengthened its financial sustainability, and elevated its commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility. She is a political scientist by education and worked in the banking industry — first in government relations and later in wealth management.
Suzanne resides in St. Louis, Missouri, and is the mother and stepmother of five adult children. She brings a steady, values-driven leadership style shaped by decades of service to Kappa and her community.
treasurer
Erin Balint Hogue
Erin Balint Hogue, North Texas, has dedicated more than 25 years to Kappa, serving as Province Director of Chapters, Kappa Education Trainer, Leadership Academy facilitator, and, most recently, Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Committee member, and House Board President for Zeta Sigma Chapter, North Texas.
Professionally, Erin has led enterprise-wide change as vice president of merchandising at The Container Store and chief merchandising and digital officer at Buff City Soap, and now as the founder of See Forever Consulting, where she advises global retailers including Nike and Signet Jewelers. She previously chaired the University of North Texas College of Merchandising, Hospitality & Tourism Advancement Board and now serves as a board member.
Erin resides in Southlake, Texas, where she continues to bring strategic foresight and a multigenerational love of Kappa to her leadership.
panhellenic delegate
Kate Roessler
Kate Roessler, Illinois Wesleyan, brings a wealth of experience to her role as the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) Delegate, where she acts as a liaison between Kappa Kappa Gamma and NPC. Previously, Kate served as the Chief Panhellenic Officer and Panhellenic Affairs Chair and has been deeply involved in the Fraternity governance structure review as a committee member. Within NPC, she serves as a Release Figure Methodology Specialist.
In addition to her Panhellenic work, Kate has been a dedicated adviser and trainer, working closely with chapters in risk prevention, event planning, and organizational advising. Her work continues to influence the direction of the organization, ensuring that Kappa remains a vibrant and supportive sisterhood for all members. Kate works in student affairs at a university, where she oversees strategic planning, data analysis, and assessment. She lives in Louisville, Kentucky.
fraternity executive director
Kari Kittrell Poole
Kari Kittrell Poole (Miami University) has worked for Kappa Kappa Gamma since 2005 and served as Executive Director since 2009. During her tenure, she has worked with Fraternity Council members to launch new member education initiatives, re-organize the volunteer structure, and move Kappa Kappa Gamma Headquarters to Dublin, Ohio. A member of Alpha Phi, Kari received the Ursa Major award in 2012, which recognizes an alumna’s outstanding success in her chosen field, and was honored with the 2026 Betty Mullins Jones Award for her extraordinary, sustained dedication to Alpha Phi and the broader Greek-letter community through leadership, service, and advocacy. She also serves on the board of directors for the Fraternity Executives Association. Kari and her family reside in Columbus, Ohio.