INDIANAPOLIS (June 3, 2016) – Alpha Kappa Psi recently appointed Amy Kelley, Jane Azzinaro, Theresa DeCosta, Courtney Ball, and Elezar Orellana as regional directors.The Central Atlantic, Eastern Great Lakes, and Northern Rio Grande appointments take effect immediately. The Atlantic Metro and Carolina Coastal appointments will take effect July 1.
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Atlantic Metro Regional Director Amy E. Kelley, Shippensburg ‘95-Life |
| Amy is a founding member of the Xi Tau Chapter at Shippensburg University, where she was initiated in 1995. As an undergraduate, she held the roles of pledge advisor, chapter relations chair, and master of rituals. She graduated from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Amy is also a founding member of the Baltimore Metro Alumni Chapter where she has served as vice president for the past three years. As a volunteer for Alpha Kappa Psi, Amy has served as regional manager of inter-chapter relations and as section director for the alumni chapters in Area III. Professionally, she is employed as a Director in the Payments Acceptance organization at First Data. In addition to volunteering with Alpha Kappa Psi, Amy enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing and coaching volleyball, watching professional and collegiate sports, and going to see plays and musicals.
“I would like to thank all of the students and volunteers that I have worked with in the Eastern Great Lakes Region for their support over the past few years. I look forward to this opportunity with the Atlantic Metro Region and to meeting and interacting with the students and volunteers in the region.” |
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Central Atlantic Regional Director Jane A. Azzinaro, Maryland ’10-Life |
| Jane was initiated by the Omega Theta Chapter at the University of Maryland, College Park in 2010. She graduated in 2012 with a B.S. in Marketing and a minor in Leadership Studies. During her time as a student brother, she served as the director of pledge education and as a member of two installation teams for the region. After graduation, she served in multiple volunteer roles including chapter advisor and regional manager of the ACR. A Bronze Distinguished Service Award recipient, Jane was also named Regional Manager of the Year 2013-14. Professionally, Jane manages the entire digital presence for eight companies in the Mid-Atlantic region. Jane resides in Baltimore, Maryland but can often be found traveling to various cities and counties, sometimes with her puppy Macchiato in tow.
“I am beyond excited to continue to give back to the region and fraternity as a whole. I’m a firm believer in “You get what you give” and Alpha Kappa Psi has proven that it holds true, time after time.” |
| Carolina Coastal Regional Director Theresa M. DeCosta, East Carolina ’10-Life
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| Theresa was initiated by the Eta Omicron Chapter at East Carolina University in 2010. During her time there, she held the role of executive vice president where she was in charge of the ACR. After graduating in fall 2011, Theresa went on to volunteer for the fraternity in various roles including chapter advisor, section director, and as a Fraternity Ritual Team member. She has also presented at many fraternity events such as PBLI, Convention, officer trainings, and live webinars. Professionally, Theresa works for Sentara Healthcare in Norfolk, VA as a Financial Reporting Supervisor. In her spare time she likes to workout, travel, and go country dancing with her girlfriends.
“I am super excited to join the Management Team and I’m looking forward to working with all of the students and volunteers throughout the Carolinas!” |
Eastern Great Lakes Regional Director Courtney P. Ball, Buffalo ’12-Life |
| Courtney was initiated into the Beta Iota Chapter at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 2012. During her time as a student member, she served as the brotherhood chair, ambassador, and vice president of administration. She also served as her chapter’s delegate to UB’s Professional Inter-Fraternal Council. Courtney has been very active in her role as a volunteer taking on positions of chapter advisor, colony advisor, section director, regional manager of the ACR, and more. In 2014, she graduated with her B.A. in Physical Anthropology. In her free time, she can be found around her hometown of Buffalo hosting various events and taking in all the city has to offer.
“I’m looking forward to stepping into the role of regional director for the Eastern Great Lakes. It’s been quite the ride so far, and this new role will be a new and exciting adventure.” |
| Northern Rio Grande Regional Director Eleazar R. Orellana, Chapman ’10-Life |
| Eleazar (Zar) joined Alpha Kappa Psi in the Rho Chi Chapter at Chapman University in 2010. He held various executive board positions within his chapter and is a 2013 Academy Fellow. He is currently employed at CPI Card Group, Inc., the leading provider of payment card solutions, including EMV chip cards, personalization, instant issuance, fulfillment and mobile payment services. Zar is currently pursuing his Masters degree in Business Administration at the University of Denver. As a leader, Zar exhibits a relax leadership style, focusing on developing trust among colleagues and clients by creating structured milestones that can be achieved collectively, ultimately creating a bond that goes beyond the workplace. He considers himself a professional, result-oriented, and an adaptable leader who responds well under pressure and revels in the challenge of being thrown in the deep end.
“AKPsi has given me so much, both as a student and as an alumnus, and now it’s my turn to give back. I want to give others the chance to grow as much as I have.” |
The regional director is a volunteer position charged with working closely with the area vice president and chapter educational resource coordinator to ensure a quality student experience through effective chapter operations. The regional director is the first line supervisor of chapter advisors and section directors in a specific geographical area.
