Executive Council

Executive Council

The Phi Theta Kappa Executive Council works collaboratively to provide strategic and operational leadership to fulfill the mission and vision of Phi Theta Kappa.

This team helps PTK’s functional areas set goals, develop strategies, and ensure they are accomplished.

Lynn Tincher-Ladner, Ph.D.

Lynn Tincher-Ladner, Ph.D.

President & CEO
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Provides strategic leadership for Phi Theta Kappa, advancing its mission to recognize academic achievement and expand opportunities for student success.

Paige Chandler, CPA

Paige Chandler, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

Leads financial planning and stewardship to ensure Phi Theta Kappa has the resources to sustain and expand opportunities for students.

Amanda Karpinski Gorman, MPA

Amanda Karpinski Gorman, MPA

Executive Director,
PTK Foundation

Leads fundraising and donor engagement to expand scholarships, educational opportunities, and resources that support student success.

Samantha Levy, Ph.D.

Samantha Levy, Ph.D.

Chief Engagement Officer

Leads membership and chapter engagement, advisor development, and student leadership programs to strengthen student connections and opportunities for success.

Matthew Murphy

Matthew Murphy

Chief Information Officer

Leads technology strategy and digital innovation to improve access to resources, strengthen the member experience, and support student success.

Jessica R. Supinski, Ed.D.

Jessica R. Supinski, Ed.D.

Chief Opportunity Officer

Leads scholarship programs and educational initiatives that expand financial access, strengthen scholarship readiness, and create opportunities for student success.

Fredrica Tyes, MBA

Fredrica Tyes, MBA

Chief Operating Officer

Leads organizational operations, people, and systems to ensure effective delivery of programs and services that support students, advisors, and colleges.

Tracee Walker

Tracee Walker

Chief Experience Officer

Leads marketing, communications, and events to connect students with Phi Theta Kappa opportunities and create meaningful experiences that strengthen engagement and belonging.