Heritage Center Staff

Steve Hartman

Chief Executive Officer

Steve Hartman, Miami University

Brian Parker

Chief Operating Officer

Brian Parker, Indiana ’93-Life

Brian, a graduate of the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, was initiated into the Beta Gamma chapter in 1993. After a short time in the commercial banking industry, he joined the professional staff of AKPsi in June 1997. Brian started as an expansion coordinator before being promoted to the director of member services position in spring 1998. In February 2001, he accepted the position of senior director of finance & expansion. Brian currently serves on the alumni corp. board of directors for the Beta Gamma Chapter. Brian is originally from Fort Wayne, Ind., and enjoys watching IU basketball and spending time outdoors. He is an avid NASCAR fan and also enjoys spending time with his two cats and camping. Brian received the Silver Distinguished Service Award at the 2007 convention.

Kelly Alford

Executive Assistant

Kelly Alford, Indiana University

Kelly is a graduate of the School of Education at Indiana University and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics. After nearly a decade working as a regional sales manager for an ice cream manufacturer, Kelly left the workforce to be at home with her children, Joshua and Jacob. She is a devoted student of yoga and teacher as well, holding E-RYT200 and YACEP certifications through the Yoga Alliance.

Before joining Alpha Kappa Psi as an executive assistant, she spent the previous ten years working in the nonprofit sector to raise funds and awareness in elementary, middle and high schools to serve the health and wellness needs of children and adults.

In 2014, as a founding board member, she started a 501c3 organization that brings yoga to schools. Outside of AKPsi, Kelly regularly volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House of Central Indiana offering yoga to the families whose children are patients across the street at Riley Children’s Hospital.

Jason Pierce

Director of Education

Jason has oversight of the fraternity’s learning and leadership development initiatives, programming, and resources. In this capacity, he oversees the development of both digital content and in-person curriculum. Jason’s primary responsibility is to connect the fraternity’s education and events with the key practices, behaviors, and skills described in AKPsi’s competency model. Jason is also responsible for creating the individual learning journey and attendee experience for fraternity events. He also oversees meeting/event logistics, volunteer management, and assessment and evaluation.

Professionally, Jason served as the Director of Programs for the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors (AFA) where he was responsible for the AFA Annual Meeting, the Virtual Seminar Series, and the First 90 Days Program. Prior to working at AFA, Jason was employed at The University of Iowa serving as an Assistant Director in the Office of Student Life where his primary responsibility was to serve as the fraternity/sorority advisor. In his role at Iowa, he also partnered with several other UI offices such as Athletic Student Services, Residence Life, Orientation, and Admissions.

Jason is a Certified Association Executive as well as certified in the Student Leadership Challenge. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Ashland University, where he joined Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity. Jason continued his education and earned his master’s degree in education, specializing in higher education administration from the University of Akron.

Melinda Rosenthall

Director of Student Services

Melinda Rosenthall

Jessica Seitz

Foundation Managing Director

Jessica Seitz, Union College

As the Foundation’s Managing Director, Jessica works with the Foundation Board of Directors to develop and implement the overall fundraising strategy to fund Alpha Kappa Psi educational programming and to provide life-changing scholarships to our brothers. She earned the Certified Association Executive designation in 2013 and the recipient of AKPsi’s Silver Distinguished Award. She has been a member of the professional staff since July of 2000. Jessica graduated from Union College in Barbourville, Kentucky, with a BS in Secondary Education, English, and Drama.

Dallas Thacker

Associate Director of Communication

Dallas Thacker, University of Indianapolis

Dallas graduated from the University of Indianapolis in December of 2017 with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications. Since graduating he has various roles in consulting and mortgage loan origination before calling AKPsi home in October of 2019. Dallas is originally from Michigan City, Indiana, he loves movies and even starred in a feature film when he was in high school as well as wrote and produced sketch comedy skits at UIndy. While he enjoys films his passion is sports and his favorite team to watch is the Dallas Cowboys. Dallas resides in Fishers, Indiana with his wife and their son.

Mackenzie Lauka

Associate Director of Education

Mackenzie Lauka, University of Toledo ’10 – Life

Mackenzie was initiated in 2010 as a member of the Gamma Eta Chapter at The University of Toledo. During her collegiate membership, she served as brotherhood chair and the chapter’s first social media chair. Additionally, Mackenzie was a member of the honors college, Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society, and held the position of Vice President of Public Relations for the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA). In 2014, she became a life-loyal member, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in marketing and communication, and was an Academy Fellow.

Professionally, Mackenzie held internships with BalletMet Columbus, Publishing Unleashed, and SMAC! Sock Monkeys Against Cancer. Upon graduation, she spent a year as a lead bookseller at Barnes & Noble and now serves Alpha Kappa Psi as the associate director of education. As the fraternity’s curriculum designer, Mackenzie supports the fraternity’s learning and leadership development initiatives through the design and development of programs and resources in the Chapter Achievement Pathway and the Journey to Principled Business Leadership. She is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Education in Learning Design and Technology through Purdue University, and in her free time enjoys reading, writing, and exploring new places.

Cady Tabeling

Associate Director of Program Assessment

Cady Tabeling,University of Southern Indiana

Alec Morand

Associate Director of Student Services

Alec Morand, Loyola Marymount

Alec Morand graduated from Loyola Marymount University in May 2016 with a degree in Urban Studies and minors in Environmental Studies and Political Science. She was initiated into the Psi Epsilon Chapter in Fall 2013 and served as Vice President of Professionalism for 2 years. Alec joined the Heritage Center Staff in June 2016 as the Chapter Educational Resource Coordinator for Area I. She is excited to continue her professional journey with AKPsi as Associate Director of Student Services.

Evan Davis

Annual Fund Coordinator

Evan Davis, Indiana University

Evan graduated from Indiana University in 2018 with a degree in History and Military Science. He later attended the United States Army’s Field Artillery School in Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. After Graduating from Artillery School, Evan joined Alpha Kappa Psi as the Annual Fund Coordinator in July 2019.

As a member of the Army National Guard, Evan travels monthly to complete his required military service time. As a Fire Support Officer, he coordinates and oversees the safe and accurate firing of all Artillery fires in his Battalion. Although originally from Washington, DC, Evan lives in downtown Indianapolis and enjoys finding new restaurants and hot spots in the city.

Amber Hambach

Areas I and II Resource Coordinator

Amber Hambach, Franklin College

An Indianapolis native, Amber graduated from Franklin College in May 2017 with a degree in Biology. During her time in college, she was a member of Delta Delta Delta and held various positions within the sorority, including Risk Management Chair, Vice President of Administration, and President. She also served as treasurer for Franklin College’s Dance Marathon organization for three years. Amber joined the Heritage Center Staff in January 2019. Before this, she worked for a clinical research company in Indianapolis. In her free time, Amber enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and listening to podcasts.

Coral Petersen

Areas III and IV Resource Coordinator

Coral Petersen, The University of Toledo ’14 – Life

Coral was initiated into the Gamma Eta chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi at The University of Toledo in Fall 2018. During her undergraduate career, Coral served in various positions for the Gamma Eta Chapter including VP of Membership, VP of Alumni Relations, Secretary, and Director of Internal Affairs. Coral has also worked in tourism, customer service, and Human Resource Management. Outside of work she enjoys spending time outdoors and being with her family.

Desiree Williams

Digital Education Coordinator

Desiree Williams

Desiree Williams graduated from Ball State University in December 2016 with a dual degree in Journalism and Telecommunications. While at Ball State, Desiree joined a sorority, Phi Mu, and participated in various student media groups within her major. She joined the Heritage Center staff in May 2018 to fill the newly-created position of Digital Education Coordinator.

Outside of AKPsi, Desiree is a freelance writer and gymnastics coach. She loves to read, travel, and spend as much time as possible outdoors.

Stephanie Bentley

Member Service Representative

Stephanie Bentley

Deana Gausepohl

Member Service Representative

Deana Gausepohl

Deana Gausepohl attended Siena College and graduated with a degree in marketing and management. She has over 15 years of office management experience in a variety of industries. She has extensive knowledge in human resources, customer service, financial management, accounting, and marketing. Deana enjoys traveling, watching movies, and spending time with her family. Deana resides in Fishers, IN with her husband of 20 years and her three children. Deana serves as an Accounting Administrator for AKPsi.

In 1923, Alpha Kappa Psi became the first professional fraternity to have a headquarters
facility, and since then, has moved from location to location as the fraternity grew.

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Heritage Center Staff

In 1923, Alpha Kappa Psi became the first professional fraternity to have a headquarters facility, and since then, has moved from location to location as the fraternity grew.

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Steve Hartman, Miami University

Brian Parker, Indiana ’93-Life

Kelly Alford, Indiana University

Melinda Rosenthall

Jessica Seitz, Union College

Dallas Thacker, University of Indianapolis

Mackenzie Lauka, University of Toledo ’10 – Life

Cady Tabeling,University of Southern Indiana

Alec Morand, Loyola Marymount

Evan Davis, Indiana University

Amber Hambach, Franklin College

Coral Petersen, The University of Toledo ’14 – Life

Desiree Williams

Stephanie Bentley

Deana Gausepohl

In 1923, Alpha Kappa Psi became the first professional fraternity to have a headquarters
facility, and since then, has moved from location to location as the fraternity grew.