Our Leadership

Sigma Delta Tau is governed by an elected National Executive Board. These leaders are elected biannually at the National Convention. The National Executive Board is responsible for the vision, strategy, and oversight of the organization.

Amy Rodnick

Amy Rodnick

National President

  • Chapter: Beta Beta–Michigan State University
  • Lives in: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
  • Years as a Volunteer: 15
  • Oversees: National Executive Board, SDT Foundation Liaison, Strategic Plan
  • Profession: Sales
  • Fun Fact: I have two daughters who are competitive dancers, which makes me a dance mom extraordinaire!
Daryn Foster

Daryn Foster

National Vice President

  • Chapter: Gamma Mu–Northeastern University
  • Lives in: New York, New York
  • Years as a Volunteer: 14
  • Oversees: Chapter and Regional Support
  • Profession: Digital marketing
  • Fun Fact: I am an SDT legacy!
Rebecca Lipschutz

Rebecca Lipschutz

National Vice President

  • Chapter: Alpha Iota–Tulane University
  • Lives in: Atlanta, Georgia
  • Years as a Volunteer: 12
  • Oversees: Jewish Partnerships, Philanthropic Partnerships, Rituals/Ceremonies, Heritage, DEI
  • Profession: Clinical psychology
  • Fun Fact: I did ballet for 12 years.

Samantha Herman

National Vice President

  • Chapter: Alpha Tau–George Washington University
  • Lives in: Washington, D.C.
  • Years as a Volunteer: 12
  • Oversees: Volunteer Recruitment, Engagement, Training, and Recognition
  • Profession: Learning and development
  • Fun Fact: I enjoy golfing and needlepointing, and you can frequently find me on a plane.
Jillian Gallagher

Jillian Gallagher

National Vice President

  • Chapter: Kappa–Illinois
  • Lives in: Chicago, Illinois
  • Years as a Volunteer: 13
  • Oversees: Recruitment, Extension, Convention, Academies
  • Profession: Women’s health physical therapist
  • Fun Fact: My senior superlative was “Most ObsesSDT.”
Jess Ryan

Jess Ryan

National Vice President

  • Chapter: Gamma Eta–South Florida
  • Lives in: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Years as a Volunteer: 13
  • Oversees: NPC Chief Panhellenic Officer, Chapter Panhellenic Support, Retention
  • Profession: Higher education
  • Fun Fact: I’ve thrown the first pitch in a minor league baseball game.
Kimmi Teller Foss

Kimberly (Kimmi) Teller-Foss

National Vice President

  • Chapter: Beta Tau–Rutgers
  • Lives in: East Windsor, New Jersey
  • Years as a Volunteer: 12
  • Oversees: Alumnae Engagement, Collegiate Programming, New Member Experience
  • Profession: Nonprofit strategy and philanthropy consulting
  • Fun Fact: I’m a big DIYer, and I love tackling new projects. With a little help and guidance from my dad, I’ve done everything from basic painting to tearing down walls.
Tiffani–Ziemann

Tiffani Ziemann

Secretary/Treasurer

  • Chapter: Alpha Upsilon–Bradley University
  • Lives in: Frederick, Colorado
  • Years as a Volunteer: 18
  • Oversees: Financial Oversight, Organizational Budget, Liaison to SDT Capital Corporation
  • Profession: Chief Chapter Development Officer
  • Fun Fact: I love to bake and share my recipes!
Emily Freed

Emily Freed

Immediate Past National President

  • Chapter: Alpha Epsilon–Purdue
  • Lives in: Kalamazoo, Michigan
  • Years as a Volunteer: 20
  • Oversees: By-laws, Risk Management, SDT COD
  • Profession: Quality management, healthcare
  • Fun Fact: I got engaged in the Rose Garden of the White House.