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 & CEO

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Jud leads the operation of the North American Interfraternity Conference and manages the development of the goals, strategies, plans and policies.

CLARK J. BROWN

General Counsel

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Clark leads NIC’s legal advocacy efforts; government relations and legislative efforts; maintains NIC’s guiding documents; and collaborates to provide advocacy and expertise around campus relationship statements and requirements & protocols for student organizations.

WILL FORAN

Chief Operating Officer

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Will leads NIC Campus Operations as well as research initiatives. He helps develop a campus support model to increase alumni, undergraduate and IFC effectiveness. He establishes relationships with campus professionals and NIC stakeholders to coordinate a national education and advocacy strategy.

MICHAEL WILSON

Chief Financial Officer

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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.

ASHLEY VANDEWARK

Executive Director, Foundation for Fraternal Excellence

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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. Additionally, Ashley is the primary contact for all Alliance Partners.

RUSSELL BEST

Vice President of Campus Support

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Russell 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. Russell supports Region 2, ACC, Big 12 and SEC institutions.

DAN FAILL

Vice President of Campus Support

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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.

TODD SULLIVAN

Vice President of Campus Support

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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.

CODY CRAMER

Director of Communication

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Cody develops and executes compelling, industry-wide campaigns geared toward telling the story of the fraternity experience. He also provides crisis communications and media relations support when assistance is needed.

HILLARY BREWER

Director of Marketing

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Hillary works to grow the NIC's reputation for being a forward-thinking, supportive communication partner in the industry with a focus on executing impactful digital marketing campaigns. She also manages the Men's College Scholarship program which runs annually from January through April.

DESIREE PAULHAMUS

Director of Programs

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Desiree manages all aspects of flagship FFE and NIC programs as well as works on new and existing initiatives to help strengthen the future of the fraternal experience and help members grow.

GRETCHEN FORAN

Experience Support Manager

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Gretchen manages the integrity of the database and provides support to constituents interacting with our member portal, FS Central (event registrations, account issues, etc.).

PAMELA LEE

Accounting Assistant

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Pamela assists the NIC’s daily accounting functions to ensure all financial information is current and accurate.