Meet the Team
The NIC Staff manages the day-to-day operations of the trade association. They are invested in the future of fraternities and seek to assist you with your needs.
Please use the email links below to contact the appropriate staff member.
JUDSON HORRAS
President & CEOEmail
Jud leads the operation of the North American Interfraternity Conference and manages the development of the goals, strategies, plans and policies.
PATRICK F. JESSEE, JD, CAE
General CounselEmail
Patrick provides legal counsel for the North American Interfraternity Conference, reviews contracts and drafts legislation.
MICHAEL WILSON
Chief Financial OfficerEmail
Michael leads the NIC’s accounting, as well as the implementation of a data warehouse. The system will allow members to make data-driven decisions, share best practices and streamline operations.
RUSSELL BEST
Chief Operating OfficerEmail
Russell leads NIC campus operations and research initiatives. He oversees the campus support model to increase alumni, undergraduate and IFC effectiveness and establishes relationships with campus professionals and stakeholders to coordinate a national education and advocacy strategy. Russell supports IFCs in Region 2, ACC, Big 12 and SEC institutions.
HILLARY BREWER
Chief Communications OfficerEmail
Hillary works to grow the NIC's reputation for being a forward-thinking, supportive communication partner in the industry with a focus on telling the story of the fraternity experience. She also manages the Men's College Scholarship program which runs annually from Jan.–Apr.
TODD SULLIVAN
Vice President of Campus SupportEmail
Todd focuses on shaping positive fraternity experiences, coaching Interfraternity Councils (IFCs) and officers, and serving as a primary NIC representative to IFC officers, advisors, campus partners and alumni volunteers. Todd supports Region 1 and Big 10 institutions.
DAN FAILL
Vice President of Campus SupportEmail
Dan focuses on shaping positive fraternity experiences, coaching Interfraternity Councils (IFCs) and officers, and serving as a primary NIC representative to IFC officers, advisors, campus partners and alumni volunteers. Dan supports Region 3 and Pac 12 institutions.
ASHLEY VANDEWARK
Outgoing Executive Director, Foundation for Fraternal ExcellenceEmail
Ashley leads the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence in cultivating a culture of care, driving connections, and supporting research across interfraternal organizations in partnership with the FFE Board of Directors.
WILL FORAN
Incoming Executive Director, Foundation for Fraternal ExcellenceEmail
Will leads the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence in cultivating a culture of care, driving connections, and supporting research across interfraternal organizations in partnership with the FFE Board of Directors. Additionally, Will is the primary contact for all Alliance Partners.
DESIREE PAULHAMUS
Assistant Executive Director, Foundation for Fraternal ExcellenceEmail
Desiree manages all aspects of FFE's flagship programs as well as works on new and existing initiatives to help members grow and strengthen the future of fraternal foundations.
DOMINIC FRATTURA
Director of AdvocacyEmail
Dominic assists with the government relations goals of the NIC and works to establish key partnerships with students and professionals working within higher education and public policy.
GRETCHEN FORAN
Data Project ManagerEmail
Gretchen manages the integrity of the database and provides support to constituents interacting with our member portal, FS Central (event registrations, account issues, etc.).
