A Phi Sigma Sigma Leadership Development Consultant, most often referred to as an LDC is a diference-maker, a role model, a problem-solver, a teacher, a project manager, a professional, a sister. As part of Phi Sigma Sigma’s professional staff, she is an on-site headquarters’ representative. LDCs are the in-person support to help chapters effectively carry out the following: recruit potential members, develop leaders, assess operations and educate officers.

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LDCs— recent Phi Sigma Sigma graduates—complete an extensive application and interview process before completing a thorough training program. They use the knowledge gained through training to  advise and guide  chapter officers and members during their chapter visits.

• Building relationships with collegiate members, executive officers, alumnae volunteers, and university administrators

• Assisting with a wide variety of chapter operations including recruitment, financial management, member education, accountability, Ritual education and sisterhood

• Reviewing and assessing chapter operations to make recommendations for an enhanced chapter experience

• Teaching chapter leaders how to operate the chapter at its fullest potential and create the best chapter experience for members

• Providing programming ideas and resources to elevate the chapter experience

• Reiterating and reinforcing Phi Sigma Sigma’s policie­s, standards and best practices to chapter members

• Maintain a positive attitude when working with your LDC.

• Set aside past experiences with headquarters or other pre-conceived notions when working with your LDC.

• Be prepared for the visit. Ensure that members are prompt in responding and reporting for any scheduled meeting. This will make the visit more productive for everyone!

• Keep an open mind. Be willing to accept new ideas and constructive feedback.

• Remember that consultants do not come to your chapter looking for problems, but they can’t ignore policy violations.

• Work as a team with your LDC; you all want what is best for the chapter.

• During a LDC visit, she may request to meet with the following members to best support the chapter:

  • Executive board officers

  • Committee chairs and committee members 

  • CKA and advisory board members

  • Campus fraternity/sorority advisor

  • Emerging leaders

  • New members

• Work with your LDC to schedule requested meetings.

• Help members to understand why a LDC visit is an priority.

• Inform your LDC of any chapter, new member or campus activities on your calendar. She will want to be included and attend. 

TRANSPORTATION

• Your LDC will book her own transportation.

• Make sure she has a parking pass on campus, if needed.  

• She will send you her travel itinerary and will keep you informed if there are any delays.

LODGING

• If you have a NHC house, and has an empty room, your LDC will stay in the house.

• Otherwise, your LDC will book her own hotel close to campus.

• Please send your LDC recommendations for hotels close to campus and in a safe area.

MEALS

• LDCs pay for their meals with their Fraternity credit cards, so there is no need to budget for their meals during their visit.

• Meals are a great time to get to know your LDC and make the connection outside of chapter business. Don’t feel like each meal has to have a meeting attached to it – even the LDCs like to sit, eat, and talk with no agenda!