The TKE Nation Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity
Bringing you the latest in Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, wherever life takes you. We hope to educate, inspire and entertain with tips and lessons from members of our Fraternity.
Join Grand Prytanis Mike McEvilly and host Donnie Aldrich as they discuss the new 2025-30 TKE Strategic Plan.
Hosts Donnie Aldrich, CEO and Tom McAninch, CCO talk about the William V. Muse Alumni Volunteer Academy, the importance of volunteers, and interview three current volunteers to learn more about why they do what they do.
Hosts Donnie Aldrich & Tom McAninch talk about the latest news and goings on in TKE Nation. This episode features a Q&A with the Grand Council to learn from some of the best and brightest this Fraternity has to offer.
TKE & Foundation CEO Donald E. Aldrich sits down with Fraters Drew Frizzell and Chris Niles for a special edition of the TKE Nation Podcast.
Fraters Donnie Aldrich and Joey Krzywonos discuss the latest news and notes in the TKE Nation.
Host Donnie Aldrich & Guest Host Tom McAninch take some time with Grand Prytanis Mike McEvilly to discuss a variety of topics including his biennium priorities, the strategic plan, and more about his life and adventures around the globe.
The hosts talk sports, interview several members of the Fraternal Services staff on a variety of topics, and more. Enjoy!
TKE Nation Podcast hosts dive into a number of topics on this Halloween edition. They touch on all of the great performance and health indicators of the Fraternity including recruitment, e-Compliance, St. Jude fundraising, and a sneak peak into the upcoming Regional Leadership Conference season. Talking about the current state of sports, Donnie & Joey talk about the pursuit of greatness by overcoming adversity for their favorite teams.
New hosts - TKE & Foundation CEO Donald E. Aldrich and Director of Health & Education Joey Kryzwonos re-launch the TKE Nation Podcast in grand fashion. The reboot focuses conversation around education, inspiration and entertainment. In this episode, the new hosts give leadership insights, personal growth stories and beyond.
Have you ever asked yourself "How did I get here?" Well, so has Frater Brian Montgomery (Gamma-Upsilon, University of Texas – Austin) in his many adventures. Alex and Donnie ask Brian questions ranging from how he became a member of TKE to his close ties to the presidential Bush family, which includes being there when President George W. Bush threw the first pitch at Yankee Stadium. With his high value of our brotherhood, our Fraternity and so many stories in between, you won't want to miss this episode featuring this past Grand Council member!
Join Alex and Chief Risk Officer Greg Roskopf (Zeta-Zeta, Wisconsin-Milwaukee) as they take an episode to break down the Risk Management Fee. The RMF is undergoing a revamp to its calculation, and it will be based more on a chapter's risk exposure to the overall fraternity. Similarly, chapters will be able to shave off dollars from their total fee by event participation, Key Results Area Score and eCompliance completion. These changes will happen gradually, so listen in on this episode to see what that looks like.
Donnie and Alex bring Steven Farag, Co-Founder of Campus Ink, on this episode to delve into the journey that brought him and Campus Ink to where they're at today, including as partners of TKE! Steven's journey started right out of college after he had gone viral for a David Scalabrine themed shirt. He soon took to business and continued growing and growing, and after admittedly many mistakes along the way, Steven and his team surpassed countless checkpoints for the company. Listen in on this episode for real advice on entrepreneurship and maybe even how to score a billionaire business partner!
Alex interviews collegiate member Quady Adams (Tau-Theta, Fairleigh Dickinson) as an engaged member who has made a difference. In getting to know Quady, he shares what he found attractive about TKE, how he has grown to be confident and motivated and what inspired him to create the Diverse Student Union on his campus. Alex keys into the fact that Quady is a highly compassionate person, and Quady is vulnerable in saying that caring for his siblings in a challenging household helped push him to where he is now. Listen to this episode to learn Quady's story and give a platform to another member for Black History Month!
Frater Kobina Intsiful (Zeta-Zeta, Wisconsin-Milwaukee) joins Alex this week on the TKE Nation Podcast to talk about his story, his role on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, and Black History Month. Kobina grew up in Ghana, West Africa before moving to Wisconsin as a child, and when it came to joining TKE, he saw that belonging was an important feeling. What that feeling of belonging means to him and how he has changed from trying to fit in to loving his identity is all shared on this valuable episode!
We start the first interview of the year with none other than the Venerable Grand Prytanis himself, Ted W. Bereswill (Gamma-Upsilon, University of Texas at Austin). Donnie and Alex spend their time getting to know his story, his motivations and his goals. As you'll see, Frater Bereswill has a commitment to our members, giving back and the Fraternity. With men like him leading the way, it's easy to see the quality and character that a Teke embodies and where our brotherhood will go!
We come back from the break with a little tribute to Founders' Day 2022:
"As they sat at 504 East Locust Street on a cold Tuesday night, Settles, Truitt, McNutt, Atkinson and Mayer set out to create a fraternity that was different than others in their time...
Today, on our 123rd Founders’ Day and throughout 2022, I encourage you to engage with TKE’s 1-2-3 - Connect, Celebrate and Contribute.
Connect today with the Fraternity on MyTKE.org. Celebrate with your fellow Fraters by sharing on social media the memories of your fraternal experience using #IAMTKE. And contribute to Life Loyal Teke to help impact the future of Tau Kappa Epsilon at TKE.org/LLT.
Your engagement in Tau Kappa Epsilon will help to define our future. For us to achieve what our Founders set out to accomplish, the Fraternity For Life needs you. Will you answer the call?"
This year's final episode of the TKE Nation Podcast is a grand review of Donnie and Alex's favorite moments and memories throughout Season 2 this year. So, if you need to hear some of the best recommendations of episodes to go back and listen to, this is the episode for you! To our listeners, thank you, happy holidays, and we'll see you next year. Side note... If you're an underwater welding Teke, can you connect with Donnie? We want to see something...
Donnie and Alex are taking a little break this week, and they will be back next week for the last episode of the year! We are glad to have you all follow along, and as always, thank you for subscribing, rating and sharing the show with your fellow Fraters and friends. Be sure to catch up with the last episode and the bonus release last week!
For this bonus episode of the TKE Nation Podcast, join Alex Swenson, Nick Kimble, and Zach Scott for a conversation on deferred recruitment and what that could mean for your goals. Some topics of discussion include strategies and tactics for recruiting second-semester freshmen, using the time remaining before the holidays to prepare for spring rush, establishing buy-in from the full chapter as you meet your recruitment goals. This recording was originally recorded as a webinar, so there may be times that you hear an audience addressed.
Donnie and Alex interview Brad Rateike (Rho-Upsilon, Franklin) this week on the podcast, and there are stories galore. To name just a few accomplishments, Brad has worked in the White House as the Director of Cabinet Communications; was Deputy Press Secretary and Policy Director for Mitch Daniels, former Governor of Indiana; and was named an Indianapolis Business Journal Forty under 40 in 2020. The humbling part of this interview is that Brad ties a lot of his experiences to what he learned during his years as an collegiate. Some takeaways are try not to burn your bridges and always keep in touch!
Reunited, and it feels so good! It's been a couple episodes since Donnie and Alex have been together chatting on an episode. They spend their time on this episode reviewing Donnie's thoughts on the most recent news in TKE Nation, like the changes on the Grand Council and the upcoming Regional Leadership Conferences. They also spend time recapping what they're watching in sports and good news in recruitment. Lastly, If you haven't seen, check out the ways to save money on RLC registration at TKE.org/RLC!
There are certain recruitment principles that can be applied to every chapter across TKE Nation, and Alex Swenson is out to prove it. This week, Alex interviews Beta-Lambda members Josh Elliott, Jack Whatley and Bo Borden at Auburn University with a reported 46 new candidates this semester. How early did they start planning? What issues did they run into along the way? How does the chapter feel their brotherhood stands with so many new members? All of this and more is answered, as well as how it can benefit you too, on this episode of the TKE Nation Podcast!
Swenson takes the steering wheel solo this week as he recaps the current standings of TKE Nation's highest recruiters. What makes a top recruiting chapter so exciting? It means they've gotten their routine and process honed in on their campus. Although your campus may be different, the processes and preparations can be applied anywhere. Follow up in the coming weeks as the TKE Nation Podcast explores these all-star processes with all-star chapters. You can check out the current standings at TKE.org/Chapter-Rankings under the Recruitment Poll tab.
Relive stories with the legendary Bruce Melchert (Beta-Theta, Missouri - Columbia) in this episode of the TKE Nation Podcast. Donnie and Alex sit down in the northeast and listen to the great past of Bruce, such as the most influential people he’s met in his time with TKE, the time when many of the men on staff were drafted, or when TKE HQ was in Kansas City. Why’d we move to Indianapolis, you ask? Bruce has the answer! It’s an honor to converse with someone who has influenced the trajectory of our Fraternity and continues to do so today, so don’t miss out!
This episode, Alex introduces his friend and fellow Leadership Academy graduate Drew Frizzell (Delta-Lambda, Central Missouri) to the TKE Nation Podcast. Drew has an interesting and untraditional journey that led him to TKE and beyond, and even Alex learns new things about Drew's past. From inspirational stories, to being a great friend, alumni and mentor, this episode holds a lot of lessons between two friends.
This week, Donnie and Alex make their way to California for a couple of visits and a podcast recording. TKE Foundation Vice Chairman of External Affairs, Frater David Bohline (Beta-Sigma, Southern California), played host to the hosts and welcomed the TKE Nation Podcast to his home for this special episode.
Recorded live at the Charles R. Walgreen Jr. TKE Leadership Academy, this is a guest-packed episode! If you have ever wanted to learn more about TKE's premier leadership program, then this is for you. So strap in as we hear from graduates and facilitators alike. And Alex wants to remind you all not to forget—In the annual collegiates vs. facilitators basketball games, the facilitators brought the heat against their much younger opponents. Eight games and eight wins. He seems pretty pleased with this.
The TKE Nation Podcast is shifting our release schedule to every two weeks for the foreseeable future. With that said, Donnie and Alex will be recording an episode live next week at the Charles R. Walgreen, Jr. TKE Leadership Academy. This is the first time we've recorded an episode live at an event. We can't wait to work with Fraters at Academy to advance our mission and to help reach our potential for this academic year.
Curious about being a Digital Nomad? Can't get enough conversations about the future of work? Want some hot takes on the Olympics? This episode is for you! We are talking to Frater Kenny Soto (Kappa-Sigma, City College of New York), who is currently based out of South Africa and shares his experience living the remote work lifestyle. Kenny is a digital marketer, writer and all-around motivated learner. Check out KennySoto.com for more of his work, or head over to TKE.org and search for him to see the articles he has contributed to TKE.
Donnie and Alex are taking a little break this week as the TKE Professional Staff gears up for the Charles R. Walgreen Jr. TKE Leadership Academy. We are glad to have you all follow along, and as always, thank you for subscribing, rating and sharing the show with your fellow Fraters and friends. Be sure to catch up with us on social media to let us know what you'd like us to talk about next!
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This week Donnie and Alex catch up on the last two weeks, talk a little sports, and are joined by Professional Staff Member and occasional guest host on the Podcast, Frater Santos Lara. Santos may be a show veteran, but this is his first time in the interview hot seat. So join us in learning about this five-year staff veteran. From a recent backpacking trip in Yellowstone to countless visits to TKE chapters over the last half a decade - join the conversation and be sure to give Santos a shout on social media.
Fresh off the peak of Mount Everest, Frater Andrew Hughes is back! Frater Hughes (Chi, Washington) recently summited Mount Everest, achieving a goal many years in the making. We talk with him about the toll an endeavor like this can take on you and the highs and lows of pushing yourself to reach new heights. If you need a dose of inspiration to motivate you to reach your goals, this is the episode for you!
In this episode, we dispel some myths about working for a greek life organization and discuss how to prepare to set yourself up for future success. And, hot off the presses! RLC dates and locations have been announced! Donnie and Alex give you the details.
Our guest this week is collegiate Frater Connor Nickerson. Conner joins us from the Sigma-Kappa chapter (Merrimack) to share his experience as a member of the LGBTQ community. June is Pride month and represents an opportunity to reflect and support our members in the LGBTQ community. And though the month is ending, we encourage TKE Nation to continue to support your fellow Fraters and their communities year-round.
Ever wonder what it's like to sit in the room with Donnie and Alex? This is the episode for you. Join us as they spend some time catching up, discussing current events, talking sports, fraternity news and the recent sports-related fighting. Spoiler: Don't fight. Be Nice.
Last June, the TKE Nation Podcast asked four Fraters from different places in their TKE journey to share their story as part of our unique Esteem Discussion Series. We are again joined by Mark Romig, Erich Ploog, Keyeon Pitts and TJ Morgan for a panel discussion on what has changed in a year, what they hope for in the future and an honest conversation about what the values of TKE mean, and how they can be applied in today's society.
Frater Edmund C. Moy (Lambda, Wisconsin) joins us on the show again. Frater Moy served from 2007 to 2013 on the Grand Council and is a Past Grand Prytanis. Professionally, Frater Moy served as Special Assistant to the President for Presidential Personnel under the George W. Bush administration, and he was the 38th Director of the United States Mint. Join the conversation as we learn about Ed's TKE story, career journey, and, of course, Swenson slips in a few cryptocurrency questions.
We are joined by Grand Grammateus Frater Ryan Vescio (Rho-Omega, South Carolina) who serves as the chairman of TKE's Strategic Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. As Pride month begins, Frater Vescio shares the work which the DEI committee has done over the last year.
We are joined by Frater Dr. Gerald Opthof (Rho-Zeta, Montclair State) from the Opthof Center for Psychotherapy in New Jersey. As we wrap up mental health awareness month, Dr. Opthof talks about the stigma of mental health as men and how important it is to be open and honest.
We are joined once again by Collegiate Advisory Committee Chairman Cole Conner. He is a graduating senior majoring in sports management with minors in business administration, sales and entrepreneurship. While at Epsilon-Omicron, he has served as Epiprytanis, Rush Chair and Fundraising Chair, and received the honors of Top TEKE, Top New Member, Top Recruiter and Top Fundraiser. In this episode, he shares his experience in TKE, his chapter, life lessons and talks career stauts as he begins the transition from collegiate to alumnus.
:58 Bring The Sunshine 1:40 Tony Robbins, You Free? 2:00 Indy 500 101 (It's kind of a big deal in Indiana.) 8:21 What Are You Reading? 16:24 Rule Of Three (Food for the win.) 18:30 Where In The World Is Zach Scott 21:00 Whataburger For Lunch In Indianapolis? 22:00 A Thunderous Roar 27:00 Recruitment, Risk, Ritual, Retainment, Resourcefulness 28:00 Welcome Back Cole Conner 29:30 Sitting In For Donnie 31:00 Perspectives 33:20 TKE Isn't A Magic Wand 36:00 Are You Okay With Being Okay? 37:01 Epsilon-Omicron - Doing Big Things 39:10 Mouthpiece For "Nationals" 42:30 I'd Like To Thank... 44:00 With Whom Do You Surround Yourself? 48:30 What Qualifications Do You Have? 49:00 That Is Not How You Do That... (Ritual mix-ups.) 55:30 Closing Thoughts (Go ahead and hit Alex up.)
Dr. Richard Halgin (Epsilon-Delta, Massachusetts) has been guiding the men of the Epsilon-Delta Chapter since 2016 and is joining us for the first time on the TKE Nation Podcast as we talk Mental Health Awareness Month. At the University of Massachusetts, he is a Professor Emeritus of psychology, works with athletes/teams, and has recently become the Epsilon-Delta Chapter Advisor.
2:30 Recapping Frater Andrew Hughes 4:00 Donnie Dabbles In Reddit 9:30 Mental Health Awareness Month 14:00 Alex Makes Some Bold NFL Claims 18:00 There Will Be Fantasy Football Talk - Be Ready 19:00 Rule Of Three (Three most impressive physical accomplishments in honor of Frater Hughes accomplishments) 22:00 Marathon Updates 23:00 TKE Corner (The fiscal year is only three weeks away!) 24:00 Where In The World Is Zach Scott (Not on Mount Everest.) 29:01 Elevate Your Game 30:50 How To Stay Organized 33:30 Dr. Richard Halgin 36:00 Taking Care Of Yourself 40:00 Why Choose This Career? 41:40 How Has Honorary Membership Impacted 42:00 Allowing Vulnerability 44:10 How to Help Each Other 48:50 Swagger, Confidence or Arrogance 50:00 Isolation And Support Systems 57:00 Mental Health For The Mental Health Professional 1:03:00 Make Your Bed 1:06:00 A Flashlight To The Brain 1:08:01 Closing Thoughts 1:05:05 Just Kidding - DogeCoin Check In
Join us for a very special episode interviewing Frater Andrew Hughes from Mount Everest Base Camp! Frater Hughes (Chi, Washington) is currently making his second attempt to summit Mount Everest. This attempt is nearly two years from the 2019 season when he fell just short of the summit after coming down with pneumonia during his summit rotation. At that time, he was evacuated by helicopter from 21,500 feet to a Kathmandu Hospital for recovery.
This year he will be attempting the seldom accomplished 8000M+ double. First, climbing Everest and completing the Seven Summits, a feat roughly around only 400 people have ever accomplished, and then reaching the summit of Lhotse within 24 hours, which is the 4th highest mountain in the world—this has been achieved by only around 40 people. Additionally, he will be attempting two altitude-related Guinness World Records.
To wish him well or follow along on Frater Hughes' Everest / Lhotse Expedition, follow him on Instagram (@andrew_i_hughes). Visit TKE.org/Everest for links and to follow along on his climb.
:55 Andrew Hughes Recorded Live At Mount Everest Base Camp 1:50 Insanely Impressive Accomplishments 2:45 What Is The Explorer's Grand Slam? (Hint: It's very exclusive.) 3:42 How Do You Prepare For These Feats? 5:20 The TKE Connection 7:30 Pursue Your Passion; Opportunities Present Themselves 9:00 Everest Expedition Logistics (Two months of pushing human limits.) 11:00 In The Death Zone For Four Days 14:30 Tackling Everest For The Second Time 16:14 Back To Back On The Worlds Largest Peaks 17:35 Trench Foot, Frost Bite, Hypothermia (Antarctica is relentless.) 18:00 Altitude Is The Great Equalizer 18:21 The Impact Of COVID-19 20:00 Rapid Fire Questions 20:37 Favorite Place in All The World? 21:00 Humbled in Antarctica, Among Other Places 22:00 Spiritual Experience 24:00 Why Pro Athletes Cry 25:00 Finding Communities 26:15 New World Records On The Horizon
This week we're joined by young alumnus A.J. Eckstein (Beta-Sigma, Southern California) and Henry Gao (Beta-Sigma, Southern California). In 2020, A.J. and Henry launched a start-up called the Career Coaching Company. Most recently, CC launched the Final Round Podcast. Have you ever wondered why only a few people get past the final round interview and land the job? Their show will tell you how. Our show will tell you why you should listen.
Check out the Podcast at CareerCoachingCompany.com//Podcast
5:30 Frater Travon Free Wins Oscar 6:30 Celebrate The Little Wins 9:00 Be Positive 12:48 Alex Is Tackling The Monumental Marathon 16:00 How Do You Pronounce Integral? 18:00 Rule Of Three 20:30 The Funnier Version Of A Motivational Speaker 22:30 Breakfast & Barbecue 23:30 TKE Corner (Volunteer Month) 25:06 Where In the World Is Zach Scott 26:00 Initiation In Miami (University of Miami Colony updates) 27:33 Joining A Colony VS A Chapter 32:00 A.J. Eckstein, Henry Gao (Beta-Sigma Chapter and the Career Coaching Company) 34:00 What Is The Career Coaching Company? 36:20 The Final Round Podcast 42:45 Connections And Networking 45:00 The Best Time To Network Is When You Don't Need Anything 54:20 Marketing The Fraternity Experience
Volunteer Appreciation continues this week with a special interview featuring two of TKE's top volunteers! So join us for National Volunteer Appreciation Week as we talk with Fraters Patrick McElroy (Iota-Beta, Susquehanna) and Thomas Geary (Omicron-Sigma, Indiana Southeast)! These two Fraters are dedicated and serve multiple roles, and we get inside their heads and see what makes them tick.
4:00 Oscar Picks 7:00 How Do You Pronounce Applicable? 8:00 Travon Free Oscar Nomination (Congrats Frater!) 9:30 24kGoldn... Want To Come On The Show? 13:00 Frater Ed Moy - Former Director of the US Mint 14:00 Rule Of Three 19:00 Where In The World Is Zach Scott 22:23 Cal State Long Beach 23:00 Miami University 27:52 Patrick McElroy and Thomas Geary 35:15 Smaller Volunteer Roles 40:00 Volunteer Expectations 48:00 What's Coming? 57:01 A Message For TKE Nation
Zach Scott checks in with his take on the Rule of Three and shares some inside info on our Chapter Builder resource. Also on the show, Donnie and Alex talk with a special guest tie-in since we are fresh off the Masters - Mark Vukovich (Pi-Iota, Nevada, Reno) is an aspiring professional golfer and shares his journey from downhill ski racing to golf pro.
4:00 Masters Recap 12:00 Rule Of Three 14:20 Alex Dropping Knowledge Bombs 21:00 Where In The World Is Zach Scott? 25:40 Recruitment Pipelines 27:35 What Is Chapter Builder? 31:00 If You Aren't Happy, The Possibilities Are Endless 33:10 Mark Vukovich - Aspiring Professional Golfer 40:00 What Is it Like To Be A Golf Pro? 43:00 52 Hours A Week Practicing Golf 54:00 More Than Just A Job 1:08:00 The Art Of Throwing A Golf Club 1:10:00 Reach Out To Mark (He's happy to help.) 1:11:10 Closing Thoughts
We are still celebrating National Volunteer Month this week on the podcast as we chat with Barry Altland (Xi-Iota, Central Florida). Barry is a consultant, speaker, presenter, author, facilitator and non-profit executive—In other words, he knows a thing or two about volunteering! Barry brings this experience to the table and we discuss the role of intrinsic motivation in volunteerism. Do you volunteer with any organizations? What motivates you to stay involved? Let us know on social media (@TKE_Fraternity) or send us an email at TKEOGC@TKE.org.
Interested in Barry's book? Engaging the Head, Heart and Hands of a Volunteer by Barry Altland is available on Amazon or wherever you get your books.
:15 Musicians Needed 2:45 Jelly Bean Thoughts (Share your opinions on social media - @TKE_Fraternity) 6:30 Masters Week 22:10 Rule of Three - Favorite Candies (Almond Joy? Agree or disagree?) 24:21 Where in the World is Zach Scott 31:45 Barry Altland 33:50 Why He Is Involved As A TKE Volunteer? 45:30 The Reward of Volunteering With TKE 47:30 Adults vs. Collegiates 48:00 It's Not What You Say, It's What You Ask. 50:00 How To Learn Facilitation 55:00 Recruitment vs. Attraction 1:04 What's Your Calling? 1:07 Closing Thoughts
Donnie and Alex are talking with Frater Edwin Robinson (Theta-Nu, Southeastern Louisiana). Robinson is a heavily involved alumni volunteer currently serving as Grand Province Advisor for the Apollo Province (FL) and is the Commander of TKE Order of the Shield, which recognizes Fraters who have served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces. He's also about to inject your day with some intense energy. So strap in.
:30 First Up, Basketball! 5:40 Pat McAfee 9:30 Looking Back At The Year 14:00 Rule of Three 21:50 Where In The World Is Zach Scott 33:20 Edwin Robinson Is Back! 36:00 Mental, Moral and Social Development 37:00 National Volunteer Month 40:00 Why He Does It 44:00 When Edwin Met Donnie (Comment if you're old enough to get the reference.) 45:50 Edwin Gets Real (Seriously, if you do nothing else, listen to these three minutes.) 53:00 Story Time 57:10 George Floyd 58:00 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee 1:01:45 What's Next? Personal and Volunteer Goals 1:08:40 Closing Thoughts 1:09:00 TKE Is Hiring (TKE.org/Careers)
This week we talk March Madness, bracket fails and the guys come to grips with their less than accurate predictions. We also hear from Zach Scott, who shares what he has learned from his time working for TKE HQ.
:30 Happy Birthday Ava Swenson! :50 Bracket Disappointments 6:00 Alex Almost Apologizes To Nick Kimble 10:00 Hinkle Fieldhouse 12:00 Ron Harper And Michael Jordan Golf 15:00 Cole Connor vs. Nick Kimble 19:00 Miami Beach Spring Break 2021 20:50 Rule Of Three: Vacation Destinations 24:00 Where In The World Is Zach Scott (Starting to think we missed the mark on this segment title...) 28:00 Working On The TKE Professional Staff 32:00 Closing Thoughts
It's March Madness, so you know Donnie and Alex are going to talk brackets. Also on the show this week is Heather Green. Heather is the Chapter Advisor for the Pi-Theta Chapter at the University of Texas-San Antonio. She is the Director of Annual Giving at UTSA and a board member, Chapter Advisor and Task Force Head of Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority.
:03 March Madness 7:32 ....I Hope You Guys Like College Basketball... 14: 30 More March Madness 22:10 Rule of Three: Favorite College Campuses 25:40 Alex Is Taking Shots At You - Take It Personally 27:20 Where In The World is Zach Scott 28:00 No Basements in Florida 29:00 Scrooge McDuck 32:00 Fall Recruitment 38:45 Heather Green 42:00 The Chapter Advisor Experience 46:00 Small Business Correlation 51:20 Creating A Positive TKE Image 55:55 Don't Be That Dude 1:00:00 Is Greek Life For You? Maybe Not. 1:02:55 Calling In Not Calling Out 1:07:00 Yes, Women Can Be Advisors. (Really good ones, in fact.) 1:09:45 Closing Thoughts
It's March. Most people have already given up on their resolutions. Don't do that. Donnie and Alex talk with Frater Charley Reagan (Iota-Kappa, Clarkson) about his own fitness journey. Listen in and get motivated again! Also, Alex is traveling, and Santos says, "Hey guys." So, that's different.
6:00 NBA Topshot update 8:00 Santos says, "Hey guys." 9:30 Alex Deserved It. 11:00 LSU Chapter Kills It On Recruitment (Secrets revealed!) 13:00 TKE.org/Phiredup (Go do it already, it's awesome.) 20:00 Rule of Three (Well... threeish) 21:10 I Love Creed - TKE.org/CreedHalftimeShow... Just Like This. 28:38 Where In the World is Zach Scott 37:00 Charley Reagan 52:00 What keeps you going? 1:04 Great Uncle Ronnie 1:07 Closing Thoughts
We are joined by Frater Joe Santangelo (Upsilon-Lambda, Staten Island). Joe works for VanyerMedia and shares what he has learned from his time in TKE and what it has been like to work for one of the TKE HQ team's favorite entrepreneurs, Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary V is a phenomenal and energetic author, speaker and internet personality, and Joe gives us a little taste of that energy in this episode.
1:00 The Weather. Exciting right? 6:30 Swenson Is Mean. (Please keep sharing and commenting.) 10:50 How Many Movies Have You Watched? 12:00 As Long As You Love Me (Just listen, it'll make sense) 12:55 NBA TopShot Update 17:00 Swenson is Ignore the Advice of Our Past Guests 18:00 Rule of Three - Favorite American Cities 22:50 The TKE Corner 27:30 Where In the World Is Zach Scott 29:00 Building Your Brand (Big Picture: Be Nice) 34:30 Back to the Future (We are getting pretty good at tangents.) 38:00 Joe Santangelo, Upsilon-Lambda, College of Staten Island 45:00 TKE is the Archetype For How the "Real" World Works. 47:00 Working At VanyerMedia - Team Gary V 53:00 Are You True To Who You Are? 54:00 Providing Value 57:40 ...Awkward 😬 59:53 You Gotta Give a ____ About Other People 1:04:00 Closing Thoughts 1:05:00 Smart Play From Swenson 1:06:00 Cole Conner is Everything You Could Have Dreamed Him to Be.
In this episode, Donnie and Swenson sit down with Jed Collins, a former NFL fullback of eight seasons turned leadership consultant/expert in financial management and our newest TKE Partnership with Your Money Vehicle. From financial insights to NFL Insider Stories and leadership, Don't miss this episode!
:20 Intro 1:30 Donnie ❤️'s Snow (Sarcasm is tricky in this format.) 6:20 Chapter Eternal 9:00 Top Shot is a Fad? 11:20 Gif vs. The Wrong Way... Also Peanut Butter Preference 16:30 Rule of Three - Movies 20:00 Share Your Horror Movies With Us TKE Nation 21:00 Donnie Is Going To Be In Trouble 21:50 Now Swenson Is Going To Be In Trouble 23:30 Where In The World Is Zach Scott (No, for real this time.) 34:00 Swenson is a Sensitive Soul 36:14 Jed Collins - Money, NFL Insider Stories, Be A Pro 1:07:00 Finding Commonalities With Others 1:21:00 Closing Thoughts
Joining us for this episode is Frater Tyler M. Salley (Mu-Upsilon, Illinois State). Frater Salley is a member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee, and we discuss Black History Month and what the DEI committee is working on. Donnie and Alex also take some time to get real on what "good brotherhood" is all about.
:20 Intro and Black History Month 8:00 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer Training 9:25 Rule of Three 15:00 Brotherhood... Maybe Not What You Thought? 22:22 Value for Your Money 27:00 Where in the World is Zach Scott 32:00 Swenson ❤️'s LeBron James 33:12 Tyler M. Salley 40:15 Reflecting on Black History Month 57:00 Meet People Where They Are 1:00:00 Seek Out Information & Be Considerate 1:04:00 Closing Thoughts
This week, we talk Super Bowl. Don't act surprised; You knew this was coming. And be sure to tune in next week to talk about Black History Month with a member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee.
:00 We Dive Into The Super Bowl 5:00 Basketball Season 6:00 Black History Month Preview 7:30 Back To The Super Bowl 12:40 Swenson Explains The Weeknd 17:30 Wall Street Follow Up 21:20 Rule Of Three 25:30 Where In The World Is Zach Scott (Hint: Still Tampa, but now with Super Bowl stuff) 36:00 Next Week & Black History Month
This week, where hear from two guests, and Zach Scott befriends a cow. Wealth management professional Bryan Keller talks about the Stock Market and GameStop, Jason Galea shares advice on business from the hard-hit restaurant industry and Donnie and Swenson talk Super Bowl - the teams, the players and the food!
:20 - Welcome 1:32 - Bryan Keller/Wealth Management/GameStop 31:30 - Your Money Vehicle with Jed Collins 33:00 - Super Bowl 44:45 - Other Current Events 46:44 - The Rule of Three - Top Three Super Bowl Party Foods. 50:00 - Where in the World is Zach Scott - He's petting a cow. 56:39 - Jason Galea - The restaurant business and COVID-19. 58:00 - The family business is pizza. 1:00:00 - Finding a Way 1:04:00 - Adapt or Die 1:20:00 - Don't fear failure and stay hungry. 1:32:15 - Closing thoughts
Episode 2: Where Zach is still in Florida, Swenson's Tag skills are unassailable, Donnie waxes philosophical on golf, we pick up a few podcasts you might want to check out and Phired Up VP Woody Woodcock drops some knowledge on you. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts or at TKE.org/Podcast.
00:20 Intro 00:50 Swenson is disappointed 1:48 Lateral Agility (Swenson's Mad Tag Skills) 8:00 Golf and Philosophy 15:55 Rule of Three 20:00 Gary Vaynerchuk 23:17 TKE Corner 31:00 Where in the World is Zach Scott 35:27 Interview with Woody Woodcock 1:11:45 Wrap Up
Season Two of the TKE Nation Podcast kicks off with a new format, two full-time hosts, and we are excited to be joined by Celebrity Chef Brian Duffy! From his early days in the kitchen to running his own restaurants, Frater Duffy has a great story to share. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts or at TKE.org/Podcast.
0:00 Introducing The New Format 7:00 What's New 15:00 Checking in with the NFL 37:10 The Rule of Three 47:58 TKE Corner 54:30 Where in the World is Zach Scott 1:01:00 Celebrity Chef and Frater Brian Duffy 1:36:00 Closing Thoughts
Happy Founder's Day TKE Nation, and welcome to this special bonus episode of the TKE Nation Podcast. To celebrate our Fraternity's founding, The TKE Nation Podcast is happy to release this reenactment of that speech. It will also be available on YouTube for you to watch the full video, as it appeared for the first time during our Centennial Celebration in 1999. As we reflect on the impact of that speech and our organization's future, the TKE Nation Podcast is also proud to broadcast the 2021 Founders' Day Address of Venerable Grand Prytanis, Doctor James Hickey.
For more Founders' Day info and events, visit TKE.org/FoundersDay2021
As we near the end of 2020, Frater Alex Swenson sat down with a few members of the Collegiate Advisory Committee to find out what we learned. Join CAC Chairman Cole Conner and CAC members Ty Hogg (Beta-Zeta, Louisiana Tech) and Reese Jones (Alpha-Pi George Washington) as we break down what we've heard in the Esteem Discussion series so far and what we can expect as we look to 2021. The conversation isn't over, and the expectation of Excellence will continue no matter what the future holds!
Joining us for a special Giving Tuesday episode of the TKE Nation Podcast is Frater Brad Bohannan (Delta-Lambda, Central Missouri). Many Fraters will remember Brad for his support of our New Orleans Conclaves as well as the owner of Spirits on Bourbon and Turtle Bay—Brad and Spirits on Bourbon have been featured on Bar Rescue. In this episode, we talk to Brad about how he built his business through hard work and tenacity and why he feels motivated to give back wherever possible. Brad is an avid supporter of the TKE Foundation and recently contributed significantly to the Foundation's Opportunity Fund to support those Fraters affected by COVID-19. Brad also shares how he was one of the first businesses to re-open because he started making calls and found the best way through a bad situation.
To learn how you can help the TKE Foundation this Giving Tuesday (12/1/20), visit TKE.org/GivingTuesday2020. All contributions made to the Opportunity Fund on Giving Tuesday will be matched dollar for dollar up to $50,000.
Frater Tony Watson is a past Leadership Academy graduate, a career sales professional and recently launched an outdoor apparel business, AllOuter (AllOuter.com). In this episode, he joins Regional Director Santos Lara to talk business, big goals, good planning and the great outdoors. Hailing from the Salt Lake City Utah area, Tony is an avid trail runner, skier and outdoorsman. He shares his methods and techniques for setting goals and achieving them. We end our conversation talking about some of the ins and outs of skiing in Utah, trail running tips, and Tony offers TKE Nation a Discount code for AllOuter.com! Use the discount code YITB at checkout for 20% off!
Happy Veterans Day, TKE Nation. On this day, we honor those who are proud to give their all for their nation. We're celebrating today by bringing you a correlating episode of the TKE Nation Podcast. In this episode, we hear from veteran Jeff Searcy (Xi-Theta) and active duty Griffin Bryn (Mu-Chi) as they talk about the relationship between their service and their brotherhood. Their stories are as unique as they are inspirational on why their relationships have taken them as far as they have, as both have a deep dedication to giving for a better tomorrow. Join us in honoring these men, and so many more, for their dedication, sacrifice and courage. Visit TKE.org/Order-of-the-Shield for more information.
A.J. Eckstein is one of TKE Nation's fastest rising young professionals. In this episode, we learn what it has taken for A.J. to get where he is today and his biggest tips for young alumni entering today's unique workforce. He recently launched a start-up called the Career Coaching Company, which now has more than ten Career Coaches, reviewed over 100 resumes, and has coached over 200 hours collectively. Their team has industry-specific coaches that work at companies like The Boston Consulting Group, Bain & Company, Accenture, Blackstone, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Centerview Partners, Amazon, Microsoft, Disney, and more. They offer different career packages ranging from: 1. Overviews of Different Industries 2. Behavioral/Fit, Case, and Technical Interview Prep 3. Resume/Cover Letter Reviews and LinkedIn Optimization 4. Mock Interview Superdays
Website: careercoachingcompany.com/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/career-coaching-company/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareerCoachingCompany/ Contact Email: info@careercoachingcompany.com
We all know that having an active alumni base is a sign of a strong chapter. But is your alumni base as functional as they could be? In this episode, CEO Donnie Aldrich sits down with Frater Roger Underwood (Epsilon, Iowa State) to learn about the robust scholarship program he has been instrumental in building for Epsilon. The Epsilon Alumni Association is responsible for a scholarship program that began humbly in 1963 with only a two five hundred dollar scholarships and has now grown to include an endowment that, in 2020, provided 42 collegiates with 76 scholarships totaling $66,096! The chapter even uses these scholarships as a recruitment tool. Listen now to for tips and tricks on building a legacy of fundraising for your own chapter. If you would like to learn additional specifics or resources from Frater Underwood, contact us at TKEOGC@TKE.org to be connected.
Do you ever wonder what you are supposed to do with the values that are so fundamental to TKE? Love, Charity and Esteem—what do they mean after college? How do they apply to the complications of life? In this episode, we are joined by Fraters Jason Lam, Chris Catizone and John Broadway as they evaluate how their values went from something memorized in college to something understood and fundamental to their every action. They continue by discussing next level strategies for networking, creating personal value, connecting with others, and creating a better you every day. Join them as they bring you into their Mastermind group, a peer-to-peer mentoring group used to help members solve their problems with input and advice from the other group members.
The Esteem Discussion Series is a multi-part series where we illustrate proper fraternal behavior based on the TKE value of esteem using shared stories, discourse and reflection. Esteem: That is respectful to the honest convictions of others and that refrains from treading upon that which is sacred to spirit and conscience.
Connect with the guests on Facebook, LinkedIn and more: IG: @therealjasonlam FB: @therealjasonlamofficial Johnbroadway.me
We are all interconnected, but we are not always going to agree. So, how do we deal with that? How do we approach our brothers' situations with empathy and humility? How can we employ conflict resolution skills to promote the well being of our relationships and ourselves? In this episode, Frater Greg Roskopf discusses mental health, conflict resolution, and fraternal strength with fellow Frater Dr. Gerald Opthof. Frater Opthof offers strategies built on his professional knowledge, experience and perspective gained from his life challenges. Life challenges all of us. The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone.
The Esteem Discussion Series is a multi-part series where we illustrate proper fraternal behavior based on the TKE value of esteem using shared stories, discourse and reflection. Esteem: That is respectful to the honest convictions of others and that refrains from treading upon that which is sacred to spirit and conscience.
Contact Frater Opthof: OpthofPsychotherapy.com
SuicidePreventionLifeline.org September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness.
If you want to know what the highest performing chapters are doing this semester, this is the episode for you! Director of Fraternal Growth Zach Scott sits down with David Black (Beta-Zeta, Louisiana Tech), Jakub Pirog (Delta-Gamma, UConn) and Chandler Morris (Omicron-Sigma, Indiana Southeast) to talk recruitment. Learn from your peers about what works and what challenges they are overcoming. Want to learn more? Reach out to Zach, or connect with one of these chapters to build a relationship. And be sure to head to EDU.TKE.org to watch the 24/7/365 Recruitment training program!
Joining us for this episode is Frater Erich Ploog. Erich initiated into TKE at the Epsilon-Omicron Chapter (Houston) and currently serves on the Grand Council. Erich has become a serial entrepreneur in his professional career - running a private management consulting business, managing one of Houston’s leading residential design firms and developing real estate. Previously he spent two decades in management consulting with firms like IBM and Anderson Consulting advising executives at Fortune 100 companies on strategic change initiatives and organizational change management. So listen in to learn what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur!
Joining us for this episode of the podcast are Ashley Smith and Kelley McKimens from St Jude Children's research hospital and Director of Fraternal Health and staff St. Jude Liason Nate Lehman. Leading this discussion is Chief Information Officer Alex Baker. Listen now to hear stories from the hospital, learn what's new with St. Jude, what resources are available to you, and a few never before seen projects our friends at St. Jude share first with TKE Nation!
Learn more at TKE.org/StJude or TKE.org/Walk
In recognition of the social change happening in the US, TKE asked three BIPOC Fraters from different places in their TKE journey to share their story. This episode is part two of The Esteem Discussions Series, so stay tuned for more. TKE is proud to have never had an exclusionary clause since our founding in 1899. Now in 2020, we are authoring the next chapter of TKE history by opening the dialogue. We are joined by Ed Moy, Edwin Robinson and John Broadway for a panel discussion on how Fraternity is an agent for connection and conversation, while they share their own TKE journeys and we reaffirm our values to consider men only for their personal worth and character.
The Esteem Discussion Series is a multi-part series where we illustrate proper fraternal behavior based on the TKE value of esteem using shared stories, discourse and reflection. Esteem: That is respectful to the honest convictions of others and that refrains from treading upon that which is sacred to spirit and conscience.
Virginia Tech is an absolute philanthropic powerhouse! In the realm of fundraising for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, there isn't a better success story than the Xi-Omega chapter. These Tekes regularly raise hundreds of thousands of dollars during their TKE Week. Cole Conner, the TKE Collegiate Advisory committee chairman, spoke with them over a Zoom call to find out how they do it. You'll be surprised to learn that it's not as complicated as you might think. Listen in as Cole Conner, Chris Catizone, Paul Feghali and Piero Tosi share their tips, secrets and stories! Plan your visit to St. Jude by emailing StJude@TKE.org Learn more: TKE.org/StJude Get the guide: TKE.org/Guides Contact Xi-Omega (Virginia Tech) on Instagram: @VT_TKE Contact Epsilon-Omicron (Houston) on Instagram: @UHTKE
In recognition of June as Pride month, TKE asked four Fraters from different places in their TKE journey to share their story. This episode is part one of The Esteem Discussions Series, so stay tuned for more. TKE is proud to have never had an exclusionary clause since our founding in 1899. Now in 2020, we are authoring the next chapter of TKE history by opening the dialogue. We are joined by Mark Romig, Erich Ploog, Keyeon Pitts and TJ Morgan for a panel discussion on how Fraternity is an agent for connection and conversation, while they share their own TKE journeys and we reaffirm our values to consider men only for their personal worth and character.
The Esteem Discussion Series is a multi-part series where we illustrate proper fraternal behavior based on the TKE value of esteem using shared stories, discourse and reflection. Esteem: That is respectful to the honest convictions of others and that refrains from treading upon that which is sacred to spirit and conscience.
Video version available at https://youtu.be/N17nmzsnjis.
It’s been a strange few months. COVID-19 and everything associated with it has caused our everyday realities to change. Part of those changes will be your TKE experience. So, what now? TKE CEO Donnie Aldrich talks with CIO Alex Baker and Director of Fraternal Growth Zach Scott about where we are now and what the future looks like for universities and TKE as a whole. They share what we think next semester will look like and the tools and resources you have at your disposal to make it a success. We also discuss how alumni engagement is higher than ever. Because of increased use of technology and creative problem-solving—Tekes across TKE Nation are connected as never before.
Youtube.com/TKEHQ TKE.org/Covid TKE.org/2025
Jas Krdzalic is the CEO of BodyBuilding.com, the world's largest online fitness store. More than that, BodyBuilding.com provides content, trainers, nutrition tips and much more. In this episode, Jas shares the secrets to becoming an effective leader, the must-have qualities for any entrepreneur, and why success is ultimately all about clarity, alignment and hustle.
Read more about Jas' story in the winter 2018 issue of THE TEKE Magazine: http://www.theteke.org/app.php?bookcode=20181101
Every year at Regional Leadership Conferences around TKE Nation, Tekes have the opportunity to sit for mock interviews with industry-leading Tekes who volunteer this time to provide our members a leg up on their career competition. In this episode, we talked with a few of these volunteers to give our listeners a few tips and tricks to take with them into their job interviews. Join Brandon Rick (Beta - Millikin University), Dave Towne (Omega - Albion College), Tim Murphy (Omicron - The Ohio State) and Rees Linville (Iota-Pi, Kent State).
Something new for this week's episode TKE Nation! If YouTube is more your speed, join Nick and Zach for our first ever video podcast. Or get the TKE Nation Podcast wherever you find your podcasts and at TKE.org/Podcast. Get subscribed, so you will be notified when a new episode drops. In this episode, Nick and Zach catch up from quarantine via zoom. They would clearly rather be watching Tiger King but thought they would share a few thoughts on staying connected to your brothers even if you're miles apart. Also, Nick name drops St. Louis again.
Right before the Covid-19 situation took over the world's focus, we were lucky enough to get a few of the guys into the studio for a chat. In this episode, Nick Kimble, Kevin Warnke, Victor Casanova, Santos Lara, Joey Krzywonos, Shane McClure and TJ Morgan spent some time swapping stories from TKE Nation and experiences gained as members of the Professional Staff. Tune in to learn why Kevin is now humble, where to find Joey's Youtube channel and why Nick will always represent for his home town.
In this episode, the Grand Histor and Sysco Corporation Finance Exec., Rob J. Guarini joined us to talk finance. We dig into personal finance, chapter finance, investing, gaining experience and leveraging your networks. Everyone wants to be financially secure, but not everyone knows how to make that happen. Invest in yourself with this episode, get started on your financial education, get some tips for your financial health and let us know what resonated with you.
San Francisco, NY/NJ, Atlanta and Chicago. This February, hundreds of men from across TKE Nation gathered in these cities for the TKE Regional Leadership Conferences. Didn't make it to an RLC? This episode is for you! At each RLC, we captured an inside peek at what's offered and insights from members of TKE's top chapters. Hear something you like? Be sure to let us know in the comments so we can keep providing you with great content from across TKE Nation! - :30 Introduction with Alex Swenson, Director of Education - 2:05 - Culture with Greg Roskopf. Chief Risk Officer - 9:45 - St. Jude No More Cancer Rally - 13:40 - Cal State East Bay and Cal-Berkley Collegiate Interview - 39:25 - Iowa State Collegiate Interview - 45:25 - Execution and Results with Donnie Aldrich, Chief Executive Officer
Weren't able to make it to this year's Regional Leadership Conferences? In this week's episode, we bring you along for a taste of what our San Francisco Regional Leadership Conference attendees received. RLC is a great place to grow yourself, get inspired and learn a few new things. Whether you are still in college, starting a career or ending a career, let this episode served to inspire you to live an engaged life and motivate you to future excellence. Keep an eye out for our next episode where we'll be bringing you more speakers and attendees from this RLC season.
What is the value of a volunteer? For TKE, it is priceless. Joining us this episode are Fraters Todd Farmer and Pete Dawson, Professional Staff veterans, and two men who understand the value of a volunteer. More than that, we dive into why volunteering at all levels of TKE provides tremendous value to the volunteer and our organization as a whole. Our volunteers have the opportunity to run programs, manage diverse workgroups, network, develop communication and conflict resolution insights that ultimately builds a robust supplemental skill set for career advancement. If you are interested in taking your career to the next level, consider getting involved at high levels to build and improve your leadership ability. And on a personal level, you get to continue to make memories instead of only reliving the good old days.
If you have an interest, we can meet you at your availability and skill set.
TKE.org/Resources TKE.org/Volunteer
What is recruitment? We often hear that it is the lifeblood of the Fraternity, but it can be so much more than that. Join us as Director of Expansion Nick Kimble and Director of Fraternal Growth Zach Scott discuss the finer points of working with people. Learn the best practices and identify why recruitment is important to you as an individual. Lifelong connections often start with strangers - are you using recruitment to build your future network with the best men you can find, and are you delivering on your commitments to them, yourself and the organization?
Are there Tekes in your area? Why not work towards bringing those men together and continuing your TKE experience. In this episode, Chris Niles walks you through The who, what and why of creating a valuable alumni experience with an alumni association. Organize your local alumni, host events, create professional development programs, volunteer and make a difference to your community or local chapter, when you are formally connected to other alumni, the possibilities are endless.
Are you getting the most out of your TKE experience after graduation? The mission of TKE is to aid men in their mental, moral and social development FOR LIFE. In this episode, Chris Niles and Donnie Aldrich discuss the role of alumni in our organization as well as opportunities you may be missing. Networking, leadership training, professional mentoring or even volunteering. Not all volunteer roles are multi-year commitments; learn more about micro-volunteering, social or professional opportunities and don’t let your TKE experience stop at graduation. TKE.org/Resources TKE.org/Alumni TKE.org/LLT TKE.org/AVA
As we approach the start of a new year, many will take time to evaluate themselves and their circumstances. Are you where you want to be? Where you planned to be? Who you expected to be? In this episode, Donnie shares thoughts from leading experts that have motivated and inspired him and that he hopes will inspire you. Excellence doesn't happen by accident. Changing the way you look at the world is the first step in attaining your vision of an ideal life. Listen, evaluate and start asking questions. What works for you? What questions do you have? Lets us know on your social media platform of choice and keep the conversation going.
In this episode, we sit down with the head of the Collegiate Advisory Committee, Cole Conner. The mission of the Collegiate Advisory Committee of Tau Kappa Epsilon is to serve as a liaison between the collegiate membership and the Grand Council and Offices of the Grand Chapter. Listen now to hear what Cole and the CAC have in mind to steward TKE into the future. Learn more at www.TKE.org/CAC
Fraternity means a lot of things to a lot of people - For Frater Elmer Smith, its a connection like no other. In this episode, one of the Fraternity's most generous donors and volunteers shares why he chooses to give to TKE at such high levels. Elmer also shares how what he gained from TKE as a collegiate has sparked a lifelong passion for giving back that started with a 20 dollar donation and now includes a Million Dollar Match to endow the Charles R. Walgreen Jr. TKE Leadership Academy. Consider supporting Elmer's dream this #GivingTuesday. Every dollar raised will go towards the TKE Leadership Academy endowment. TKE.org/GivingTuesday2019
Alex Swenson begins this episode by admitting fantasy football missteps... but more importantly, we breakdown the details of RLC. What can you expect before, during and after? Who you will have a chance to learn from? What discounts are available? How to have tough conversations and perform at the highest level? If you have questions about attending RLC, this episode is for you. Early Bird deadline is December 12, so after the show, visit TKE.org/RLC to get the best registration rate!
Every year, your chapter/colony transitions from one group of officers to the next. New officers don't inherently know how to do the job, so take fifteen minutes to learn the best practices from across TKE Nation with this episode of the TKE Nation Podcast. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your next officer transition seamless. After the episode, visit TKE.org/Resources to go deeper with The Official Officer Transition Guide.
Director of Fraternal Growth, Zach Scott, sits down with TKE CEO, Donnie Aldrich, to discover why New Member Education is crucial to your recruitment strategy - and the health of your brotherhood. Zach talks best practices, real-world tips and reality checks. Is your education program holding you back or pushing you forward? Find out in this episode of the TKE Nation Podcast and keep the conversation going on social media. What works for you?
The latest buzzword is culture, but not many know how to create it, and even more, won't be able to maintain it. In this episode, Frater Ryan Vescio joins us to take an in-depth look at culture. How do you take a "fraternity of me" and turn it into a "Fraternity of We." We explore how values and collaboration are the keys to success in creating a community with common bonds and a worldwide culture of excellence. We all start with the same bond; what we do with it from there is up to us.
We often talk about the Fraternity for life, but that doesn't happen on its own. How do you create a culture of engagement that lasts past graduation? In this episode, Grand Crysophylos, Michael Beals shares his experience as a Teke from Iowa State. From a group in hard times to a perennial Top TKE Chapter with a huge alumni base, Frater Beals shares the Epsilon chapter journey. If you have the Expectation of Excellence and want to have an engaged alumni community, this a must-listen episode.
In this episode, Director of Expansion Nick Kimble speaks with TKE CEO Donald E. Aldrich about the myths of recruitment.
In this episode, Alex Swenson, fantasy football expert (self-proclaimed), breaks down his recommendations on how to win in fantasy football. Swenson has won multiple leagues and typically finds himself in the playoffs each season.
In this episode, Alex Swenson, Director of Education, breaks down the upcoming professional football season. Swenson majored in broadcast journalism and public relations at Franklin College, just south of Indianapolis, and got to spend four years broadcasting Franklin Grizzlies football and basketball on air.
TKE CEO Donald E. Aldrich sits with then Grand Epiprytanis James Hickey, Ph.D. to discuss how he has lived his life focused around change.
In part two, TKE Chief Executive Officer, Donald E. Aldrich, sits down with Venerable Grand Prytanis, Christopher T. Hanson, discusses challenges he has addressed as the Grand Prytanis of Tau Kappa Epsilon.
TKE Chief Executive Officer, Donald E. Aldrich, sits down with Venerable Grand Prytanis, Christopher T. Hanson, live at Charles R. Walgreen Jr. TKE Leadership Academy XXXIII.