August 25, 2025

For several years, the NIC has successfully hosted the Annual Meeting of Members in conjunction with the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence Seminar, offering a dynamic dual experience at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown in Indianapolis, Indiana.

2025 Schedule-at-a-Glance

The 2025 NIC session lineup will highlight critical topics for fraternal industry professionals. By attending the NIC Annual Meeting of Members, volunteer leaders and staff have access to timely and relevant education that offers direct application to further their work.

Schedule subject to change and will be updated as presenters and sessions are confirmed.

Sunday, August 24
FGA Symposium (FGA members only)9 – 2 p.m.
Governing Council Meeting1 – 3:30 p.m.
Jason N. Butler Memorial Gathering4:30 – 5:45 p.m. (Round-trip transportation to Delta Chi Headquarters will be provided from the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown)
Monday, August 25
Keynote: Trends & Insights from the 2025 Donor & Alumni/ae Engagement Survey with Jeff Dubberly, Vice President at Cygnus Applied Research9 – 10:30 a.m.
NIC Session I10:30 – 12:00 p.m.
NIC Luncheon with Alliance Partner Recognition12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
NIC Alliance Partner-Executive Speed Dating 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
NIC Session II1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
NIC Meeting of Members3 – 4:30 p.m.
Networking Reception with Alliance Partners5:15 – 6 p.m.

Who Should Register

  • NIC member organization executives
  • NIC member chapter support staff
  • NIC member volunteer leaders/board members

All registrants attending the Annual Meeting of Members will have the opportunity to attend the Meeting of Members, which will address the business of the Conference; network with Alliance Partners to discuss how their business could benefit your organization; and attend programming that is timely and relevant to the future of fraternity life.

When registering, we encourage you to consider if one of the following pre-con or fraternal foundation programs supports your role:

2025 Registration & Costs

Registration will open on May 1 and close on August 8.

  • Early-bird registration: May 1-June 30
  • Standard registration rates: July 1-July 31
  • Late registration rates: August 1-8

How to register: Log into FS Central through the button below and complete the 2025 NIC Annual Meeting & FFE Seminar registration form on the Events tab. Select “Monday Only – NIC Meeting” registration type to attend.

Annual Meeting of Members Registration Rates

Number of Organization AttendeesTotal Cost (Early-bird Rate)Total Cost (Standard Rate)Total Cost (Late Rate)
1$300$400$500
2$500$600$700
3-5$750$850$950
6-10$1,500$1,600$1,700
If you would like additional information about registering with bundle pricing, please contact Gretchen Foran with the number of attendees from your organization.

Do you have team members who support both the fraternity and foundation? Consider the registration options below: 

Register for the Dual Meeting experience (NIC Annual Meeting of Members & FFE Seminar). See 2025 schedule for more details about the Monday and Tuesday programming. 

Dual Meeting Registration Rates

Number of Organization AttendeesTotal Cost (Early-bird Rate)Total Cost (Standard Rate)Total Cost (Late Rate)
1$550$650$750
8-10$4,250 bundled rate$4,250 bundled rate$4,250 bundled rate

If you would like additional information about registering with bundle pricing, please contact Gretchen Foran with the number of attendees from your organization.

How to register for the NIC/FFE Dual Meeting: Log into FS Central through the button below and complete the 2025 NIC Annual Meeting of Members & FFE Seminar registration form on the Events tab. Select “Monday & Tuesday – Dual Meeting and/or FFE Seminar” registration type.

Location & Lodging

The event will take place at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown.

  • A room block is available at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown for attendees. NIC/FFE rates start at $184/night + taxes/fees for reservations booked by August 11, 2025.
  • In the event the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown room block is fully booked before August 11, attendees will be able to book their stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Indianapolis at a rate of $149/night + taxes/fees. The Courtyard is an 8-10 minute walk from the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown.

    Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
    350 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46225

    Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Indianapolis
    601 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Cancellation Policy for NIC/FFE rate: Hotel cancellations made 48 hours or less before arrival will be subject to a charge of one night plus applicable taxes.

Questions?

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