Executive Committee
Members: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and All Directors
Responsibilities: Plans the annual calendar, oversees property management, and handles administrative matters between General Body meetings.
Officers · Committees · Governance
Chapter Leadership
Dedicated to serving Southeast Michigan with integrity, vision, and commitment to our mission.
2026 Officers
Current Chapter Leadership
Two charter members continue to serve in chapter leadership 48 years after founding.
Fl. Edward Withers
President
Guiding the chapter with visionary leadership and strategic direction.
Fl. Harry Smith
Vice President
Charter Member
Founding member of the chapter (1978) continuing to shape its leadership 48 years on.
Fl. Jeff Wafer
Second Vice President
Supporting executive leadership and chapter operations.
Fl. Terence Willis
Treasurer
Ensuring financial stewardship and sustainable growth.
Fl. Toomage Abza
Secretary
Charter Member
Founding member of the chapter (1978) continuing to maintain its institutional record.
Fl. Rich Vincent
Chief Development Officer
Leading fundraising, grant strategy, and capital campaign development.
How the Work Gets Done
Standing Committees
By-Laws Committee
Members: One Director, President, Assistant Secretary, and at least 2 additional members
Responsibilities: Proposes and reviews amendments to chapter by-laws, ensuring organizational governance maintains integrity and addresses emerging needs.
Finance Committee
Members: One Director, Treasurer, and at least 2 additional members
Responsibilities: Researches financial matters, proposes dues structures, develops fundraising strategies, and ensures responsible financial management.
Public Relations Committee
Members: One Director, one Executive committee member, and at least 2 additional members
Responsibilities: Manages public communications, civic affairs, community relations, and media engagement. Represents chapter at external events and partnerships.
Social Affairs Committee
Members: One Director, one Executive committee member, and at least 2 additional members
Responsibilities: Plans social events, fellowship activities, and member gatherings. Fosters brotherhood and strengthens bonds among members.
Advisory Committee
Members: Chapter advisors and liaisons to undergraduate chapters
Responsibilities: Provides guidance and support to undergraduate chapters in Michigan. Reports to General Body meetings on undergraduate chapter activities and needs.
Fair, Democratic, Accountable
Procedure
Elections
Authority
Our Governance
Robert's Rules of Order
Our meetings are conducted using Robert's Rules of Order, ensuring fair, democratic, and orderly decision-making processes.
One-Year Terms
All officers serve one-year terms, elected annually. This ensures regular renewal of leadership and accountability to the membership.
General Body Authority
Ultimate authority rests with the General Body. All major decisions are made democratically with member participation and approval.
Who We Are
Membership Categories
Active Members
Full voting members who actively participate in chapter affairs, pay dues, and contribute to the organization's mission and activities.
Special Active Members
Members with special status, such as those who have relocated or have limited participation but maintain involvement and good standing.
Visiting Brothers
Members visiting from other chapters who participate in chapter activities while maintaining membership with their home chapter.
MIG (Membership in Good Standing)
Status granted to members who meet all chapter requirements and maintain good standing with the organization.
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