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 | |
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FGA Symposium (FGA members only) | 9 – 2 p.m. |
Governing Council Meeting | 1 – 3:30 p.m. |
Jason N. Butler Memorial Gathering | 4:30 – 5:45 p.m. (Round-trip transportation to Delta Chi Headquarters will be provided from the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown) |
Monday, August 25 | |
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Keynote: Trends & Insights from the 2025 Donor & Alumni/ae Engagement Survey with Jeff Dubberly, Vice President at Cygnus Applied Research | 9 – 10:30 a.m. |
NIC Session I | 10:30 – 12:00 p.m. |
NIC Luncheon with Alliance Partner Recognition | 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. |
NIC Alliance Partner-Executive Speed Dating | 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. |
NIC Session II | 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. |
NIC Meeting of Members | 3 – 4:30 p.m. |
Networking Reception with Alliance Partners | 5:15 – 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:
- FGA Symposium (FGA members only)
- FFE Seminar
- FFE Seminar Post-Con Workshops
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 Attendees | Total Cost (Early-bird Rate) | Total Cost (Standard Rate) | Total Cost (Late Rate) |
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1 | $300 | $400 | $500 |
2 | $500 | $600 | $700 |
3-5 | $750 | $850 | $950 |
6-10 | $1,500 | $1,600 | $1,700 |
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 Attendees | Total Cost (Early-bird Rate) | Total Cost (Standard Rate) | Total Cost (Late Rate) |
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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?
Your contact by subject area or audience is:
- Registration changes & bundle purchases: Gretchen Foran
- Payments or invoices: Michael Wilson
- Alliance Partners (sponsors/vendors): Will Foran
- NIC sessions, membership programming: Russell Best
- NIC governance and Meeting of Members: Judson Horras
- FGA Symposium: Russell Best
- Seminar keynotes & fundraising programming: Desiree Paulhamus
- FFE governance and business meeting: Will Foran
- Read more about the Dual Experience (NIC Annual Meeting & FFE Seminar)
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