Illinois Alpha Delta Phi Alumni Summit - Rebuilding Manus Multae with Cor Unum
Alumni of Illinois Alpha Delta Phi convened in Chicago in June 2015 to discuss rebuilding efforts, property values, and decisions for the future of the chapter and house. Alumni support is crucial for reopening the chapter and securing a permanent property on campus. Tough decisions regarding the property at 310 E. John are imminent, with options including selling land or relocating the house. Alumni involvement is encouraged to shape the direction of the chapter and house.
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Illinois Alpha Delta Phi Alumni Summit: Rebuilding Manus Multae with cor Unum Chicago, June 2015
Agenda Introduction Al Gienko, 1985 How we got here Andrew Grieve, 1996 The path to greatness Al Gienko, 1985 2
Alumni Advisory Board Al Gienko, 1985- Chairman Ralph Gilbert, 1986 Manager, Jones Lang LaSalle, Elmhurst Portfolio Manager, Fannie Mae, Palatine Andrew Grieve, 1996 Strategy & Recruiting Danny Wulsch, 1994 Partner, Bain & Co., Hinsdale Quality Manger, Engineered Plastics, Decatur Dave Staub, 1974 Communications Bob McMurray, 1985 Attorney, Staub Anderson LLC, Evanston VP, Consulting, Oracle Corp, LaGrange Danny Martin, 2010 Tom Trail, 1991 Co-Chairman Architect, SAS Architects, Chicago Director: US Corp Banking, Wells Fargo Jon Lee, 1987.5 Jeff Smith, 1995 Vice President of Development Ops., Cidara Therapeutics, San Diego Director of Engineering, Greenlee Textron Steve Chamberlin, 1985 Scott Likins, 1991 Sales/Marketing Exec, IBM, Elmhurst Architect/Principal, BLDD Architects, Lockport John Aldworth, 1994 George Gauthier, 1995 Activities Director, Downers Grove HS, Mount Prospect Architect, BLDD Architects, Chicago Laura Hastings, N/A Matt Ward, 1991 Treasurer Special Education Teacher, Urbana Gen. Manager, Incoho Return Mail Solutions Kevin Godsell, 1988 Will Coolley, 1975 Territory Manager, Liberty Mutual, Buff Grove Longview Capital Corporation, Brocton 3
Current The chapter and the house are now closed - Neither were sustainable, at least not to our higher standards We plan to reopen the chapter and have a permanent property on campus, but this will require alumni effort and support The value of the property is considerably higher than believed; we are exploring options to monetize, and avoid asking alumni for any monetary support at this time (other than regular dues) Time is of the essence, and critical decisions will be made soon which will set the course for the future of the chapter and house - The board will be focused on running two simultaneous processes 1) Rebuilding a great chapter and 2) Optimize the house We will make some tough decisions on the future of 310 E. John, which may include selling a portion of the land OR selling / moving the house to another location If you want to be part of the decision process, join the Alumni board - We need people with the time, effort and energy to make this work - Train is leaving the station, if you have any thoughts or feedback, now is the time to speak up 4
Agenda Introduction Al Gienko, 1985 How we got here Andrew Grieve, 1996 The path to greatness Al Gienko, 19xx 5
The Advisory Board convened in Summer 2014 to find a chapter in disrepair (1 of 2) 9TH DECILE MEMBERSHIP HEADED IN THE WRONG DIRECTION Low 20s total membership; low/mid teens living in house 6
The Advisory Board convened in Summer 2014 to find a chapter in disrepair (2 of 2) SECOND TO LAST IN GRADES WITH NO EVIDENCE OF RECOVERY 7
Qualitative facts also troubling Chapter on social probation due to past indiscretions History of unacceptable behavior General lack of engagement/care. 2-3 fully engaged brothers doing all the work (leading to burn out) Brand reputation varies from unknown to very, very bad The board delivered a letter of expectations to the chapter and insisted that all undergraduate brothers read and sign 8
We decided to use the academic year to gather data to make an informed decision Actual slide from August Advisory Board meeting 9
Unfortunately, our fears were confirmed Actual slide from December Advisory Board meeting 10
We began to evaluate all options Actual slide from December Advisory Board meeting 11
New facts emerged that required immediate action, for the good of our chapter $200K+ expense to bring house to occupancy code for the Fall, higher than expected Guidance from real estate experts that the value of the property may be much higher than anticipated, giving us options External fraternity consultant s advice to shut down and start over Analogous success stories of recolonization (Sig Eps, Betas, Wisc. ADPhi) University support for returning to campus, provided we go off campus in good standing In April we shut the chapter house and left campus after 104 years 12
Current state Alpha Delta Phi is not on campus 310 E. John is closed, with live-in caretaker and security systems Brothers in Arms, Duke, Chapter Room relics are secured Undergraduate brothers elevated to Alumni Status , rented housing for the final month of the semester 13
Agenda Introduction Al Gienko, 1985 How we got here Andrew Grieve, 1996 The path to greatness Al Gienko, 1985 14
Two critical, concurrent paths to recovery Build a Great Chapter Optimize the House 15
Build a Great Chapter Andrew Grieve, 1996 Leader Build a durable brotherhood, worthy of the qualities of Alpha Delta Phi and the legacy of the Illinois Chapter Attract a strong foundation of re-founding members, based on entrepreneurial and energetic incoming Freshmen and Sophomores Establish perpetual motion: new members ultimately driving the rebuild with guidance from Alumni board Objectives Active engagement of alumni and outside professionals Identification of the right (not the most numerous) group of core re-founders: influencers, alpha dogs Success factors Target recolonization either Fall 2017 (or Fall 2016 if the support structure is viable and financial liquidity allows) Timing 16
Optimize the House Al Gienko 1985 Leader Provide a gathering place that retains key elements of the 1924 house that are important to Alumni Brothers Provide compelling living quarters/common areas which are competitive with students alternate housing options Monetize property value in order to - Fully fund house renovation, rebuild, or purchase - Fund an endowment to support operations and maintenance - Sustain the chapter financially during reboot and any future dips Objectives Major renovation of the existing house that requires an alumni fundraising effort Sell part of the 310 E John site and rebuild a house on a smaller footprint within existing parcel Sell the entire property build or buy elsewhere (210 E John option) Options considered Decisions must be made relatively quickly Timing 17
We will return to a world class chapter and facility Expect a new velocity to decision making New paradigm to a thriving, sustainable chapter Illinois Greek Alumni Corporation Board National Trends Membership is up, yet occupancy levels are down Widespread use and abuse of drugs and alcohol Lack of experienced leadership Three biggest priorities The health and safety of our members The financial sustainability of the chapter house The personal development of our members 18
Bottom Line There is a desperate need for increased alumni engagement, participation and governance We Need Your Time, Your Talents, and Your Passion 19
How you can help? Become engaged in this process Positions available on the Alumni Board and Committees Let your voice be heard 20
Q & A We want to hear your views 21
