Nominees: Bernard Cohen

Achievements

Bernard was the President of the interest group that later became the charter line Hell In High Water 23 Deep. He was also the first Polemarch of Zeta Phi. During his professional career he was employed at the Department of Corrections and rose to position of Deputy Director and was the number two man under the Secretary.

Nominees: Leonard Spearman

Achievements while in School

Charter Member of Kappa Alpha Psi, Zeta Phi Chapter

University College Council

Savant Student Leadership Organization

Student Government - Rep., Tolbert Area

IFC member and staff

Accent staff

Achievement as Alumni

President, University of Florida Alumni Association, Board member

University of Florida Foundation Board, member

Past President of the Association of Black Alumni

Past President of the Houston Gator Club

Board Member of the Houston Gator Club and Washington, DC Gator Club

Outstanding Alumni Award recipient

Al C. Warrington, IV Award recipient

Achievements Professionally

Director, EEO, Office of the Governor of Texas (1987-1988)

Deputy Associate Director for Presidential Personnel, The White House (1988-1990)

Special Assistant & Counselor, Federal Housing Commissioner (1991-1993), US Dept. of HUD

Deputy Director, Office of Compliance & Enforcement (1997-2003)

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Achievements in the Community

Mickey Leland Environmental Internship, Board of Directors

Black United Fund of Texas, Star of Texas Award recipient

Texas Lyceum Association (1987-1993)

Clean Air Action Coalition (Acting Chair)

Galveston Bay Foundation, Advisory Board

Transportation Policy Council of the Houston Galveston Area Council

Houston's Land Redevelopment Committee, Co-Chairman

Nominees: Eugene Pettis

Achievement while in School

Bro. Pettis received my higher education at the University of Florida achieving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1982 and Juris Doctorate Degree in 1985. During my undergraduate studies, he was elected Student Body Treasurer, President of Black Student Union, Chairman of University of Florida Accent Speaker's Bureau, and served in many different capacities in both Student Government and the University Administration. He was tapped into Florida Blue Key, a leadership honorary society, in 1980 and inducted into the University of Florida's Hall of Fame the following year.

Achievements as Alumni

Bro. Pettis has remained active within the University community since graduating from law School. Over the past 6 years, he has served on the University of Florida Foundation's Board of Directors. He currently serves on the Foundation's Board Development Committee as well as on the Regional Council for Broward County. During the last capital campaign, Bro. Pettis and his wife, Sheila made a bequest to the University of Florida with a current value of $250,000.00 with expected growth to $1,000,000.00 at their death.

Achievements Professionally

Upon graduation from law school, Bro. Pettis started my practice at Conrad, Scherer &James, focusing on civil litigation in the areas of personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death litigation. He holds Martindale-Hubbell's highest A.V. rating. In 1992, he formed a new firm, Cooney, Haliczer, et. al. Their practice evolved into my current firm of Haliczer, Pettis & Schwamm.

Most recently in 2005, he was elected to the Florida Bar Board of Governors representing the 17 Judicial Circuit. Over the past year, he has served as the Chairman of the Judicial Independence Committee. Over his 21 years of practice, he has received numerous professional honors. Most recently, he was recognized by the Miami Herald as one of Florida's top lawyers in 2006.

Achievements in the Community

In 1991 the late Governor, Lawton Chiles, appointed Bro. Pettis as the first African-American and the youngest member ever to the South Florida Water Management District's Governing Board. He served on the board for 8 years including serving as Vice-Chairman. He has also been an active member of the Broward Community College Foundation, serving as the Chairman of the Foundation's Board of Directors from 2004 to 2006. He still serves on the Foundation's Executive Committee of the Board. He and his wife, Sheila, have also donated $50,000.00 to Broward Community College in the Pettis Family Scholarship Fund.

Nominees: Michael Moore

Achievements while in School

Brother Moore was one of 20 exchange students who attended the UF from FAMU. Upon returning to FAMU, he became the only non-Alpha Xi initiated Brother to serve as Polemarch of the Alpha Xi Chapter. He is a member of Alpha Xi's Hall of Fame, served as a Dean of Pledges, and at the 1974 Conclave had the honor of meeting two living Founders, Dr. Byron K. Armstrong and Edward G. Irvin. Bro. Moore was honored with the Neophyte of the Year Award and the Polemarch's Outstanding Service Award.

At FAMU, Bro. Moore was Vice President of the NPHC, Student Government Parliamentarian for the Student Senate, Student Judiciary Court Prosecutor, Chaired the Student Union Board Student Activities Committee, served as an SG officer as Secretary of Legislative Affairs, the FAMU Student Lobbyist. Bro. Moore also spearheaded a campus voter registration campaign.

Achievements as Alumni

As an Alumnus, Bro. Moore has been the Polemarch of the Tallahassee Alumni Chapter. Since 1976, Bro. Moore has been appointed to serve under Grand Polemarch Bacon, Grand Polemarch McBryant, Grand Polemarch Young, Grand Polemarch Tutman and Grand Polemarch Hamilton as a member or chair of various national initiatives of the Fraternity. Bro. Moore is currently a National Chaplain Committee Member and the Southern Province Chaplain. Additionally Bro. Moore served as the Alpha Xi Chapter Advisor from 1977 through 1998, and was appointed as that Chapter's Advisor a year of completed his undergraduate studies.

Achievements in the Community

He has served as the State Chairman for the Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity from 1978 through 1982. Bro. Moore was the first African American to hold this position in the state of Florida. He also was the Alpha Phi Omega advisor at FAMU for 11 years, and won awards at the Chapter, Sectional and Regional Levels.

Bro. Moore is an NAACP Life Member, an active member of the Urban League, and the Highest Ranking Mason in the State of Florida. Bro. Moore has served on several committees appointed by the Mayor of Tallahassee, Past President of the Toastmasters International in Tallahassee, President of the Goodwill Industries of the Big Bend, and is a Pastor at Powerhouse Church of God in Christ.

Nominees: Clarence Martin

Clarence is a member of Hell in High Water 23 Deep. Clarence completed Florida in three years and was accepted into Howard University School of Medicine. Clarence has practiced medicine in Philadelphia for 30 years. He is the physician for all the major politicians, business and athletes in the city.

Nominees: Rick Christie

Achievements while in School

Bro. Christie was Keeper of Records and Polemarch. At the time, he was the youngest to ever serve as the Chapter Polemarch. Rick also served on the regional level as Junior Vice Polemarch of the Southern Province. Rick was named Executive V.P. of the IFC (first African American),Who's Who UF Hall of Fame, UF Man of the Year (runner up) Florida Blue Key and Savant UF.

Achievements as Alumni

Since graduating from UF with B.S. in Journalism in 1982, Rick remains active in the fraternity as a member of the West Palm Beach Alumni Chapter, where he serves as Keeper of Records. He is also a Life Member of the fraternity.

Achievements Professionally

Professionally, Rick is the assistant managing editor at The Palm Beach Post. Rick has worked for numerous highly acclaimed news agencies including, but not limited to, Cox Newspapers Washington Bureau where he was one of only three blacks running the foreign operation of a major media company. Rick also worked at The Wall Street Journal, Miami Herald and The Ledger.

Achievements in the Community

Rick is the founding member of Palm Beach Association of Black Journalists. He is a Life member of the National Association of Black Journalists, a member of the Society of American Business Writers and Editors and a member of The Palm Beach Post Speakers Bureau. Rick has served as a Finals Judge for the National Headliners Awards.

Nominees: Victor Cohen

Achievements in the Community

Aqua Sun Investment Outstanding Achievement Award - 2000

Honorary Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives - 1999

International Association of Assembly Managers 15 Year Service Award - 1999

Leisure Management International Ten Year Outstanding Service Award - 1998

Leisure Management International Five Year Outstanding Service Award - 1993

Leisure Management International President's Award - 1990

National Basketball Association, Inc. Outstanding Service Award - 1990

High School Coach of the Year - 1985, 1984, 1982

Achievements Professionally

Public Relations Council of Alabama - 2003 to date

International Association of Assembly Managers - 1986 to date

Florida Blue Key Leadership Fraternity - 1980 to date

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated - 1975 to date

Board of Advisors, Memphis/Shelby County Sports Authority - 1998 to 1999

Executive Committee, Memphis Convention and Visitors Bureau - 1997 to 1999

Board of Directors, Memphis Convention and Visitors Bureau - 1995 to 1999

International Association of Assembly Managers Membership Committee - 1998 to 1999

International Association of Assembly Managers Arena Committee - 1994 to 1998

Vice President, Florida Facility Managers Association - 1995

Treasurer, Florida Facility Managers Association - 1993 to 1995

International Association of Assembly Managers Diversification Committee - 1992 to 1993

International Association of Assembly Managers Stadium Committee - 1992 to 1993

Chairman, Properties Committee, YMCA of Metropolitan Dade County - 1992 to 1995

International Association of Assembly Managers Awards Committee - 1991 to 1992

Nominees: Garrison Rolle

Achievements

As an undergraduate Bro. Rolle served as Social Committee Chairman.

Bro. Rolle was also a member of Florida Blue Key, a Wide Receiver on the Gator Football Team, and a Four Year Scholar Athlete for the Spring 85 Graduating Class and was a member of the ROTC.

As an Alumnus, Bro. Rolle has engaged in a number of speaking engagements to Kappa League members.

Bro. Rolle is currently an Orthopedic Surgeon residing in Tallahassee, Florida.

Nominees: Ed Jennings

Accomplishments

Polemarch at Zeta Phi

Florida Blue Key Leadership Honorary

Held various City Council Positions

Nominees: Anthony Henderson

Achievements while in School

Anthony continued to exhibit a learning agility and excellence in all facets of the fraternity. He served as Dean of Pledges and Strategus of the chapter. Was named fraternity's intramural MVP several times, and while serving as the intramural chairman saw the fraternity win its first, and only, Presidents Cup in the history of Zeta Phi. The University of Florida National Alumni Association recognized him as the Outstanding Intramural Participant. His proficiency in stepping played an integral part in brothers' success during the annual Greek Extravaganza, the Florida Invitational Step Show, parades, and many other venues. Brother Henderson was recognized as the Outstanding Fraternity Leader by the Black Greek Council, and the chapter acknowledged him as the Most Outstanding Senior and a Legacy Award recipient. Anthony graduated from the College of Health and Human Performance with a BS in Exercise and Sports Science/Wellness, while serving as the Vice President of the College Council.

Achievements as Alumni

Membership Intake Chairman, Vice Polemarch and Polemarch of the West Palm Beach Alumni Chapter. While serving in those respective positions, Anthony got the Kappa League program started in the chapter. He doubled the chapter's size and the exchequer during his terms, while helping to start the Silhouette program in the chapter. His last hoorah before he stepped down as Polemarch of the chapter was being deemed the host chapter for the 54th Southern Province Meeting. He received an Active Founders Recognition award from the living charter members of the West Palm Beach Alumni Chapter for "Sterling Leadership & Brotherly Outreach." He is currently a financial member of the Ft. Lauderdale Alumni Chapter as well as a Life Member of the fraternity; member # 0414123. Brother Henderson keeps that Zeta "Phire" going by continuously playing an integral role in the Zeta Phi Alumni Anniversary Committee.

Achievements Professionally & In Community

As an inspirational speaker he speaks the TRUTH on a variety of topics to various audiences. He ranked second, nationwide, as a Regional Director with a previous company. The Henderson State Farm Insurance Agency has been listed in the top 100 new agencies in the country since it's inception in April of 2006; # 43 has been the highest so far. Anthony also serves on the board of directors for the FCASV (Florida Council Against Sexual Violence); he is the first black male to be nominated and serve on this board.

Nominees: Cedric Washington

Achievements while in School:

Bro. Cedric Washington was initiated into the bond in March of 1983. He was a two time Polemarch for Zeta Phi serving from 1985 - 1987. During his tenure he led the chapter to a number of significant accomplishments including; University of Florida, IFC fraternity of the year in 1986 and 1987. Zeta Phi was also selected as Southern Province chapter of the year in the 1986. Another accomplishment during his tenure was the 1st ever Zeta Phi Parents Weekend. This weekend saw over 50 parents and relatives of brothers and sweethearts come to UF to fellowship with the chapter, culminating in an awards banquet. He also served as Keeper of Records and Kappa Week Chairman.

Bro. Washington made his mark while at the University of Florida not only in the fraternity but in the university community as well. He received virtually every award from the fraternity including; Zeta Phi Brother of Year, Neophyte of the Year, Senior of the Year and Southern Province Brother of Year. Within the University community he was selected to the University of Florida Hall of Fame and served on a number of university committees. He was also tapped into a several leadership honoraries which included Florida Blue Key (New Member Chairman), Order of Savant (New Member Chairman) and Order of Omega. He was also an active and vocal member of the Black Student Union and NAACP. He received a BS in Marketing from the university in 1987.

While in Graduate School at Clark Atlanta University he was elected Polemarch of the Kappa Zeta Intermediate chapter. He was also elected CAU's Student Government Vice President. He received a Master's Degree in Business in 1992.

Achievements Professionally:

Bro. Washington was a marketing executive for Sara Lee Food and Beverage in Chicago, IL. He managed a $230 million dollar business in sales. He was responsible for all marketing activities including Advertising, Promotions and New Product introductions. He was also a marketing executive for the Pillsbury Company as well as The Thompson Minwax Company. He is member of the National Black MBA Association. He has been part of the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Organization.

Achievements in the Community:

Brother Washington has served on the alumni committee responsible for the Zeta Phi Anniversaries for the last 15 years. He served as chair for the 25th, 30th and 35th Anniversaries which have raised over $50,000 to date.

Nominees: Jason Barr

Achievements while in School

Pastor Barr received a B.A. Degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. Upon graduation he was recognized as the Most Outstanding Graduate in Leadership. He was elected as Vice President of Florida Blue Key, and served as Polemarch of Zeta Phi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated. He then matriculated at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, where he received a Master of Divinity degree in 1983. While a student at Duke, he served as president of the Black Seminarians Association. He has studied at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts where he completed a course of study of Community and Economic Development in 1998. He has done further postgraduate study at the University of Florida College of Architecture, Babcock School of Management of Wake Forest University, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Boston University School of Theology, and the Beeson Institute of Advanced Church Leadership.

Achievements Professionally

Jason A. Barr, Jr. is currently the senior pastor of Macedonia Church in Pittsburgh, PA where he has served since 1988. Since 1988 Macedonia has experienced a fivefold increase in membership, worship attendance, and budget. Additionally the church and its offspring corporations employ more than thirty five individuals and have an aggregate budget in excess of three million dollars. Pastor Barr inspired the founding of Macedonia Family and Community Enrichment Center (Macedonia FACE), a non profit social service organization. His vision also led to the development of the Macedonia Development Corporation, a corporation devoted to the economic empowerment of the community primarily through the development of housing and job training. The church actively supports the education of children in South Africa and hosts students from South Africa each summer.

In addition to his pastoral duties Pastor Barr is an adjunct professor at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and Geneva College in Beaver Falls Pennsylvania. He has also taught at the University of Florida, the University of Pittsburgh and Isothermal Community College in Spindale, North Carolina.

Recently Dr. Barr was selected as one of the 50 Most Influential Men in Pittsburgh by the Pittsburgh Courier. He has also been honored with over one hundred awards since he arrived in Pittsburgh.

He is co-author of two books: The Gospel Remix and From Proclamation to Practice, both published by Judson Press. He has also published many articles and academic papers.

Nominees: Raymond Major

Achievements while in School

One of the first Blacks to Graduate from the College of Electrical Engineering

First Black to Graduate from UF's Department of Decision and Information Sciences with a Doctorate Degree

One few of Zeta Phi Alumni with a Ph D

Achievements as Alumni

Charter Vice Polemarch of Blacksburg, Virginia Alumni, January 27, 2001

Achievements Professionally

Associate Professor in Virginia Tech School of Business Information and Technology (First Black to be promoted with Tenure in the Pamplin College of Business)

Published in numerous journals an Magazines to include, Proceeding of the Decision Science Institute, Southeastern Chapter of the Institute of Management Science, The Institute for Operational Research and the Management Sciences; Information and Proceedings Management and Computers and Operational Research

VPI Representative for McKnight Annual Fellow Meeting. This meeting is key in helping minority candidate get faculty position at Major Colleges and Universities

Advisor to the Black Business Counsel, Pamplin College of Business

Financial Chairmen for the " Chitlin Strut;" an event held at Virginia Tech by Black Activist Nikki Giovanni

Committee Member - Planning Committee fir Coping Skills retreat for African-American Students. An event to support Academically challenged students at Virginia Tech

Achievements in the Community

Chairmen of Numerous academic event to support information technology and minorities attending college

Associate Editor of " The Elder," an online magazine for people of African Decent

Tutor for middle and high school students needing extra instruction in Science and Math

Nominees: Earl Hall

Achievements

An accomplished Lawyer in the Fort Lauderdale Area has his own firm

Legal Council to the City of Fort Lauderdale

Primary person in establishing a Museum in the Fort Lauderdale Area

Previous Business Owner of an Ice-cream business in the Fort Lauderdale Airport

Nominees: Terry Jackson

Achievements while in School

Student body Vice President

Captain of the football team

University of Florida Hall of Fame Inductee 1998

Lombardi Grade Point Average Award, 1995, 1998

Anderson Scholar Award for Outstanding Academic Performance, 1996

Dean's List, 1998

Southeastern Conference Student-Athlete Honor Roll, 1997-1999

Outstanding Male Leader, University of Florida Alumni Association, 1998

Doak Walker Award Candidate, 1998

Best Running Back, University of Florida, 1998

Most Inspirational Player Award, University of Florida, 1998

Outstanding Leadership Award, University of Florida, 1997

Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities, 1997

Member, University of Florida National Championship Football Team, 1996, 1997

Ebony Appreciation Award, 1996

Achievements Professionally

Terry is a currently a member of the San Francisco Forty-Niners National Football League player with history of success both on and off the playing field. Tireless community servant who uses his work as a professional athlete to help motivate, train and care for others. Graduate from the University of Florida with a degree in business administration, he is very comfortable taking on leadership roles. Terry started CC Jack Investments LLC which has partnered with successful business leaders in the community.

Professionally, Terry is currently serving as elected representative for the San Francisco 49ers to the NFL Players Association. Terry is a Motivational speaker who has worked with a variety of groups including Speak Up Against Violence and as representative for the San Francisco 49ers. He is a Volunteer for the Super Bowl Youth Football Clinic and Organized Madden Tournament for various charities including Mean Streets Basketball and Boys and Girls Clubs. Terry coordinates and coach youth football camps and is an active member of San Francisco 49ers Volunteer Program. Terry assisted in the formation of the "Playmakers," a youth basketball organization with five different age groups.

Nominees: Bobby DuBose

Achievements while in School

Vice President & Cabinet Director - Student Government

Member - Florida Blue Key

Staff - Preview 92

Staff - Campus Diplomats

Member - Cicerones

Residence Assistance

Achievements as Alumni

Polemarch - FT. Lauderdale Alumni Chapter (current)

Chairperson, FT. Lauderdale Alumni Chapter - Tri-county Founders Day (past)

Chairperson, Zeta Phi Chapter - Kappa Week (past)

President - National Pan-Hellenic Council (past)

Bernard Cohen Award - Zeta Phi Chapter

Nupe of the Year - Zeta Phi Chapter

Achievements in the Community

The Broward County Young Democrats Treasurer (past) Member (current)

Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Board Member (past)

Broward County Living Wage Advisory Board Member (current)

Fort Lauderdale Marine Advisory Board Member (current)

NAACP ACT-SO Chairperson (current)

United Way Allocation Committee Team Leader (past)

Nominees: Darrell P. Stallings

Achievements while in School

Recognized as one of the Outstanding Young Men of America in 1984

Jr. Vice Polemarch of Florida 1983.

Elected Polemarch

Achievements as Alumni

Currently on the Grand Chapter Housing and Economic Development Committee

Past Polemarch (2-terms) of the Alpharetta/Smyrna Alumni Chapter; 2003-2005

Assisted in the formation of The Krimson Community Foundation, a non-profit arm of the A/S Alumni and served as a board member during my tenure as Polemarch of the A/S Chapter; the foundation provides financial support to the Guide Right Program for the A/S chapter

Currently serve as Reclamation Chairman of the A/S Chapter; lead a reclamation effort to help the chapter grow from 25 active members to over 60 members

Received an award from the fraternity for 25 years of active involvement and achievement at the 2005 Southeastern Province Council Meeting.

Achievements Professionally

One construction projects (Parkside Elementary School) won the national award of merit in 2001 for quality construction.

Vice President of a Renown Black-owned Construction firm H.J Russell

Achievements in the Community

Created a private investment group known as KappaVest; made up of Kappas who invest $30 to $50 per month into a mutual fund managed by Ariel; once a year we take a redemption that pays the local and province dues of the members. Currently there are 13 active participants in the investment group which now has a asset value of over $23,000 since it's formation in 2000.

Assisted in the formation of Texas Organized Professionals, a business network enterprise in Austin, Texas. Served as a Board Member fro 1987-88.

Served as President of the Black Professional Leadership Network in San Antonio, TX from 1990-91; a business network enterprise.

Volunteer and PTA member at Centennial Place Elementary

Nominees Reginal Oce

Achievements while in School

Brother Oce began his leadership role in the fraternity as "Head Knocker" of his pledge class. He then selflessly served as the Polemarch and Keeper of Exchequer of the chapter. Reginal's contributions to the chapter garnered him the Bernard Cohen Award, Senior of the Year, Brother of the Year, as well as Neophyte of the Year awards. His campus involvement afforded him the University of Florida Student Leadership Award. After graduating from U of F with a BS/BA in Management, Reginal attended Clark Atlanta University Graduate School of Business Administration and received a MBA with High Honors in Finance. During his tenure at Clark, he served as the Vice Polemarch of the Zeta Kappa Alumni Chapter as well as President of the University Finance Club. Beta Gamma Sigma National Honor Society along with the National Black MBA Association are just two affiliations that propelled him to be named Outstanding Student Leader while at Clark Atlanta University.

Achievements as Alumni

Reginal is a current financial member of the Alpharetta/Smyrna Alumni Chapter in Atlanta Georgia; member # 8001791. His selfless dedication and love for the fraternity has kept him committed to Zeta Phi though, as he has played a significant role on the Zeta Phi Alumni Anniversary Planning Committee for the past 20 years in several capacities; most important of which is "Overseer of the Finances."

Achievements Professionally

Brother Oce is a highly motivated, marketing professional with a unique combination of sales, operations and financial analysis experience. He is an exceptionally creative top performer with proven organizational abilities and solid interpersonal skills. Possessing strong general management expertise along with the ability to strategize, problem solve and communicate his vision to those around him has garnered him the following rewards: Field Operations Award from the Coca-Cola Company and the Market Manager of the Year Award from Exxon Company USA. Reginal is currently the Director of Small Store Customer/Channel Marketing Manager Southeast Region USA for Coca-Cola Company.

Achievements in the Community

Reginal participates in Big Sisters Big Brothers of America, Feed the Hungry Atlanta, and Mentors of America. He is also a member of the National Black MBA Association.