National Team
Omega Phi Alpha has several levels at which lifetime members can get involved. For collegiate members, involvement takes place primarily at the university level and at the district level. For alumni, involvement can be at the regional and multiple national levels.
The national level includes the sorority Board of Directors (BOD) members, the executive director, the past national president, the president of each chapter, and the legal adviser. The BOD is made up of five elected officers with each being two-year terms. Additionally, the national level includes the Operational Leadership Team (OLT), coordinator positions, additional advisers, several committees, and a virtual office assistant.
2023–2025 National Board of Directors
Brittany Thornton
National President
Nanda Jayaseelan
VP Communications
Alexa Tavasci
VP Finance
Samantha Gillies
VP Lifetime Membership
Megan Sheppard
VP Programs
Alyssa Bernhardt
Managing Director
This role focuses on daily operations, developing partnerships, creating opportunities for engagement, inspiring the community and active collegiate members as well as alumni while creating a world where service opportunities develop strong, driven leaders. The managing director also works with the OPhiA Board of Directors on developing a strategic plan.
Jenna Zielinski
Programs Director
The Programs Director is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing various programs and initiatives within the sorority. This position involves executing the identified programs that align with the sorority’s mission and values, identifying new initiatives, and enhancing the overall experience for members of the sorority. Some programs of the sorority include service, diversity and inclusion, member engagement, and chapter health.
National Officers
In addition to the sorority Board of Directors, Omega Phi Alpha has many dedicated national officers who volunteer their time to the organization. Members can apply to volunteer as directors, managers or coordinators on the Operational Leadership Team (OLT), all ultimately rolling up to our Managing Director.