Officers

Becky Bowman

President

Becky a long-time chapter member and currently serves as Memphis Alumnae Chapter President. She is a past Memphis Federation President, TLC, Certificate of Merit recipient, and Tennessee Zeta Lady. Becky also serves as a NPC Area Coordinator.

  • Gamma Delta: University of Mississippi

Emily Shores

Vice President - Programming

Emily is an Alumna from Christian Brothers University, graduating in 2007 and serving as Ritual Advisor from 2011-2012. She joins us as a new officer this year, passionate about event planning and service! Emily has 16 years of experience in the MedTech industry, spanning Smith & Nephew, Medtronic and now as Vice President of Strategic Accounts and Marketing at Vantage MedTech. She is also a member of the River Oaks Garden Club and a Carnival Memphis Grand Krewe.

  • Iota Xi: Christian Brothers University

Sara Clark

Vice President - Membership, GLAM Chairman

Sara joined ZTA at Christian Brothers University in 1994. She currently serves as the VP Membership for the Memphis Alumnae Chapter and the auction chair for the annual Think Pink Luncheon. Nationally, Sara serves on the Alumnae Programming Committee and is a past District President. She is a retired elementary school teacher

  • Iota Xi: Christian Brothers University

Suzanne Horsley

Vice President - Philanthropy

Suzanne moved to Memphis from the great state of Alabama. Serving as Vice- President III - Philanthropy, Suzanne leads the Memphis Alumnae Chapter's fundraising efforts to fight breast cancer and chairs our Think Pink Memphis Luncheon! This year she will also serve as Community Service Co-Chair. Suzanne has previously served as our Making Strides Chairman. Recently, Suzanne has been recognized by the American Cancer Society as a 2024 Faces of Hope Honoree and received the American Cancer Society’s Spirit of Strides Award for the State of Tennessee.

  • Eta Rho: University of North Alabama

Michele Spears

Vice President - Finance

Michele currently serves as the Memphis Area Making Strides Coordinator hosted by American Cancer Society, coordinating the Breast Cancer Survivor experience. Michele has served in several leadership positions in multiple alumnae chapters including Memphis Alumnae Chapter President 2018-2020, VP Membership 2020-2022, VP Fundraising/Think Pink Chairman 2016-2018, Treasurer, Historian Reporter, and Webmaster just to name a few. She also serves on the advisory board at Delta Mu (UT Martin) and has served as an advisor to two collegiate chapters in a variety of positions since 2004. Michele has been awarded the Certificate of Merit and been recognized with several awards including Outstanding Tennessee Alumna, TN Zeta Lady, and the Tennessee Think Pink Award.

  • Delta Mu: University of Tennessee, Martin

Jessica Dougan

Vice President - Communications

Jessica joined ZTA at Mississippi State University in 2009! Jessica currently serves as Vice President of Communication to ensure all of our members receive up to date information about the great programming and sisterhood opportunities available to our ZTA alumnae. Jessica also serves on our Think Pink Memphis Luncheon Committee and holds the position of Social Media Coordinator. Jessica attends Harvest Church in Germantown and is involved with the Women's Ministry. She holds various board positions on different boards such as: West Cancer Foundation, Mississippi State Alumni : Memphis Maroon Club & Junior League of Memphis. She also coaches Middle School Softball in the Spring at St. Agnes.

  • Gamma Zeta: Mississippi State University

Jennifer Baker

Alumnae Collegiate

Jennifer is proud to serve the Memphis Alumnae Chapter as the Alumnae Collegiate Chair. Her past roles include President, VP Programming, VP Membership, Zeta Day Chair, General Advisor of Iota Xi, and District President of 16 Beta. Jennifer has been awarded her Certificate of Merit and Honor Ring. Outside of ZTA, Jennifer is a mom to Brenna, Managing Director of Aircraft Engineering at FedEx, avid reader, and advocate and fundraiser for the Alzheimer's Association.

  • Eta Theta:: Missouri University of Science and Technology

Kim Huch

Co Service Chairman & Making Strides Chairman

Kim joined ZTA at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) in 1977! She currently serves as Service Chairman, coordinating monthly events and opportunities to volunteer hands on or via needed support methods within our Memphis community. Kim is a wonderful asset helping identify current needs from community organizations that directly impact and support our local Memphis community members - from the unhoused, schools, American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, and many more! Kim also serves on our Think Pink Memphis Luncheon committee!

  • Gamma Delta: University of Mississippi

Melissa Still

Panhellenic Delegate & Dinner Club Crown Connection

Melissa, an alumna since 1995, is currently serving as the Panhellenic Delegate representing ZTA for the Memphis Area Alumnae Panhellenic Association. Melissa also serves as the Programming Advisor for the Beta Omega Chapter at Union University, and nationally serves as Special Events Coordinator for the Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation. Melissa formerly served 6 years as a former District President and 6 years on the Zeta Tau Alpha Virtual Alumnae Committee. Melissa is currently serving as Treasurer of Farmington Presbyterian Church and Bible Study Gathering Director for Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team for the Presbytery of the Mid South. Melissa is a Portfolio Accountant for Legacy Wealth Management a registered investment advisory firm in Memphis, TN.

  • Zeta: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Susy Todd

Alternate Panhellenic Delegate

Susy has served the Memphis Alumnae Chapter in numerous roles including Vice President - Membership, Treasurer, Secretary, and Webmaster. Susy has served as Financial Advisor twice to a collegiate chapter and has earned her Certificate of Merit. Susy is also an active volunteer with Girl Scouts and serves as a troop leader, social media chair, and product online sales liaison for families in 6 troops. She has earned the Volunteer of Excellence award for her work with Girl Scouts.

  • Iota Xi: Christian Brothers University

Kate Horton

Sunshine & Spirit

Kate, has been a member of the Memphis Alumnae Chapter since 2010 and has previously served as VP - Programming and the Service Chair. Kate serves on the planning committee for West Cancer Foundation’s FIGHT ON and is an avid runner and active in the Memphis running community. Kate has worked for Shelby County Government for 13 years as a transportation planner, and is a licensed Landscape Architect. She is excited to serve as the Sunshine & Spirit Chair!

  • Zeta: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Vicki Clark

Crown Connection - Lunch Bunch

A long-term volunteer, Vicki currently serves as our Lunch Bunch Chair, planning monthly lunch get-togethers around the Memphis area, offering sisters opportunities to get together during the day to experience the great eats around town! A former collegiate advisor, alumnae chapter officer, Vicki has been awarded her Certificate of Merit as well as the Honor Ring.

  • Delta Mu: University of Tennessee, Martin

Susye Clark Sisk

Crown Connection - Lads and Legacies

Susye enjoys bringing family friendly event opportunities to our sisters! Susye has previously served as past VP II Membership, past chapter President, and former TLC, Susye is also an Honor Ring recipient!

  • Gamma Rho: Auburn University

Sheila Porada

District President - 16 Beta

Sheila overseas 5 chapters in Middle and West Tennessee. Jackson, Martin, Memphis, Murfreesboro, and Nashville.

  • Delta Kappa: Louisiana State University

Alissa Moore

Province President - 16 Beta

Alissa serves and guides the advisory boards and collegiate chapters with the 16 Beta Province which includes Iota Xi - Christian Brothers University, Delta Mu - University of Tennessee at Martin, and Zeta Omicron - Arkansas State University! We are thankful for Alissa's work with our collegiate sisters!

  • Delta Mu: University of Tennessee, Martin

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