Let's Talk Tri Delta

Join us for an inspiring podcast episode where we explore Francés’s remarkable journey as a lawyer—building a bridge between corporate business talk and the language of creatives. She connects the two worlds of intellectual property law and artistic creation to educate people on their rights. Hear how she maintains her commitment to serving and the significance of soul and vision in her work as she strives to maintain a higher level of expectation and create authentic connections.

Discover the impact of her Tri Delta experience, her Women of Achievement recognition, and her dedication to diversity and inclusion. You’ll walk away with an appreciation for her advocacy and commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable world.

We're revving up with Mandy Chick, Rose-Hulman, whose ambitions are as fast as her race car!

As the president of her chapter and a mechanical engineering student, she's not just hitting the books; he's hitting speeds of 186 miles per hour on the track.

Mandy's pit crew, a.k.a. her support team, includes her family and Tri Delta sisters. We put the pedal to the metal in this high-octane podcast episode as Mandy takes us on thrilling journey from the driver's seat to the college classroom. We'll hear about her internship at General Motors, her feature on the cover of the upcoming issue of The Trident magazine as one of our 33 Under 33, and how she balances academics, racing and Tri Delta leadership.

So, buckle up because Mandy's sharing the challenges, triumphs and thrill of living life in the fast lane.

Join us for a captivating conversation with Julie Roe Lach, Millikin, NCAA Division One Conference Commissioner of the Horizon League. Julie reflects on her Tri Delta experience, offers insights into the dynamic world of college sports and sheds light on the challenges and issues affecting student-athletes today.

Julie's journey began as she transitioned from a Tri Delta collegiate leader to a prominent lawyer and advocate in college sports. Her story is a testament to resilience and shattering boundaries. Julie draws parallels between her role as a team captain and her leadership within Tri Delta, revealing how these lessons in accountability and teamwork set the stage for her early career.

From her formative internship at the NCAA to handling high-profile cases and affiliating with the first all-women sports law practice to her role as commissioner, she discusses the challenges of working in male-dominated environments and the importance of bringing humor to the table.

Julie's passion for college athletics shines through as she offers her perspective on supporting student-athletes, championing mental health initiatives and highlighting the power of sports in personal growth and development.

You also still have time to join us for a live, up-close and personal session with Julie on Nov. 7. Visit tridelta.org/LEADDD for more information.

In this captivating episode, we have the privilege of hosting Donnée Harris, Butler, one of the founding members of Delta Lambda Chapter during its re-opening in 2005. 

Donnée is an accomplished author of best-selling romance novels, and currently working on some exciting new romance-suspense books.

During our discussion, Donnée opens up about her transformative experience in Tri Delta and how she “found find her voice,” a theme she explores in her character in the novel "Prohibited." She shares how she took action for “being the change she wanted to see" and how this inspiration fueled her writing, especially as a role model for her daughters.

Donnée also offers insights into her current literary projects and her enduring involvement in Tri Delta, including memorable moments like flag football. This lighthearted and funny story is truly a culmination of her Tri Delta experience and a metaphor for her motivation in life. Tune in to discover how she juggles her dreams, her advice on success and where to find her and her novels.

Don't miss our engaging conversation with LEADDD Network speaker Allison Walsh, Florida, as we dive deep into her incredible journey spanning two decades, which culminated in her remarkable book "She Believed She Could." This book serves as a guide to elevating your mindset, boosting your confidence and crafting a well-defined success plan for your future. 

Allison discusses her path to becoming a bestselling author and opens up about the writing process and how the book evolved into a mission to empower women through rich discussions and powerful principles gained from her real-life experiences.

Explore Allison’s personal transformation of living in alignment during the writing process, leading her to leave her job and embark on a fresh start. Hear how she's on a mission to create a legacy through her book, with all proceeds benefiting the She Believed She Could Foundation, ensuring access to personal and professional resources for all young women.

In this episode, Allison talks about her continued involvement with Tri Delta, where she found—and still finds—a supportive community that cheers her on and empowers her in her journey.

Grab your headphones and get ready to be inspired by the incredible ladies from Oklahoma State as they share their recruitment success stories and offer valuable insights for Tri Delta chapters everywhere! Sarah Cothran, collegiate chapter president, and Kennedy Carver, vice president of membership experience, offer us a peek into their chapter’s recruitment and retention efforts while providing their perspectives on fostering respect, effective communication and setting priorities within the chapter to help every member thrive! This engaging discussion delves deep into the core elements that set the stage for the Tri Delta experience.

They were three best friends—and Tri Delta sisters—armed with a cocktail napkin and a groundbreaking idea. Meet the trio behind Panic Panties, best friends who have skillfully balanced work and play, overcoming life's obstacles through mutual commitment, steadfast support and shared joy. Their personal stories provide a glimpse into the ups and downs of entrepreneurship—steering a successful company that's changing the industry by making luxurious panties conveniently accessible.

Prepare to join in the camaraderie as if they were your very own best friends during this candid conversation about, well, panties! This episode is brimming with genuine laughter, valuable insights and inspiring anecdotes as these three friends openly share how they’ve redefined friendship and business partnership, and open up about their experiences, from the initial panic of urgently needing a fresh pair of panties to the focused determination required to launch a product.

Discover how these friends effortlessly blend their roles as business partners while nurturing their unique qualities and strengths, all infused with a touch of humor and a wealth of real-life stories. These narratives provide a captivating glimpse into their journey of managing a thriving company that's reshaping the industry while having a blast doing it.

Find their products at panicpanties.com and use code TriDelta for 25% off! 

Dive into this empowering and heartwarming conversation filled with wisdom and soul-nourishing insights.

Minaa B. shares the difference between self-care and self-nourishment, urging us to throw away the buzzword and truly understand how to take care of our inner selves. Spoiler: It’s not about using self-care as a band-aid for stress.

She doesn't shy away from discussing the struggles that women face, especially the tendency to self-abandon and neglect their own needs, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries, saying no and not feeling guilty about it. 

In her new book, "Owning Our Struggles," Minaa B. helps us heal from trauma and manage our well-being through community care. Get to know Minaa B. today!

Find her @Minaa_b on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and  on her website for more inspiration and community support.

Starting with the power of "yes, and"—the ultimate mantra of improv that takes conversation to the next level—and finishing with tips from her book, “Fear is my Homeboy,” Judi encourages us to befriend fear and use it to push us to where we need to go. From taking her first improv class at age 30 to embracing the unexpected in sketch comedy—and life—she encourages us to live bigger, be bolder and shine brighter! And ... learn why Judi wages war against the words "just" and "but”! Judi reminds us to remix our lives, change things up and tap into our inner child who knows how to have fun and take risks.

This podcast sneak peek is just a taste of what’s to come when Judi joins us on stage at LEADDD Chicago July 14th sharing her journey into improv and how it has transformed her life and how it can transform yours, too. Judi will share the secret sauce of courage (hint ... it's all about those 3 seconds of bravery at a time).   

If you're ready for laughter, inspiration and a whole lot of "and" moments, join us at LEADDD Chicago and experience the magic for yourself. Visit tridelta.org/events with the special day pass for $99 (discount code: SUMMER), you'll be laughing your way to personal growth and success improv style!

Join her email list to keep up with her latest and find her on Instagram @judiholler.

Karen, Mindy, Avery and Meredith have once again huddled in their virtual Tri Delta TV room to catch up as only sisters do. They jump right in to talk about current watchings and discuss leadership lessons from Ted Lasso and how you bond over watching special shows with loved ones. Meredith and Avery take a deep dive into Tay Tay and The Eras Tour (mild spoiler alert!). Most of all they talk about the meaningful shared experiences with sisters and loved ones over music and pop culture.