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LaTanisha Williams-Smith

Current President 2023-2024

Initiation Chapter:

  • Delta Alpha


Education

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Office Administration, Fayetteville State University

  • Master of Science Degree in Human Resource Management, National Louis University

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Organization and Management, Capella University 


Leadership Positions:

  • Elected 10th President, Chi Omega Omega Chapter, November 13, 2022; Installed by 31st Central Regional Director, Kiahna W. Davis, December 11, 2022

  • Life and Silver Star Member, serving since 1993

  • 2024 President, Chicagoland Basilei Council

  • 2023-2024 President, Imani Pearls Community Development Foundation

  • 2023 Membership Experience Ambassador

  • 2021 Central Regional Conference Office Committee Chairman


Administration Achievements:

  • Themed Administration: “Embrace the Power: Intentional Leadership, Service, and Sisterhood”

  • Membership growth to 382 active members, reactivation of over 100 inactive and transfer members

  • Transitioned from virtual to in-person platforms post-pandemic

  • Created Generation Next special committee in 2024 for leadership development of future leaders aged 40 and under

  • Awarded over $60,000 in scholarships to high school seniors and college students

  • Hosted inaugural Gospel Brunch, raising over $24,000 for scholarships and programs

  • Updated chapter and foundation websites and social media platforms

  • Received 24 central region awards, including the Giselé M. Casanova Heritage Award for outstanding community service, notably for hosting an HBCU College Fair with over 500 registrants and 20 participating HBCUs

  • 2023-2024 Leadership Development Officer/Chairman and President/Vice President Bootcamps

  • Curated an internal Honey Do Committee for appreciation, sorority support, and engagement

  • Hosted annual Legacy Meetups to promote intentional sisterhood               and connections



Recognition:

  • Central Region 2024 Yvonne Perkins Outstanding Basileus of the Year Runner-Up Award for 2023 leadership


Professional Development:

  • Graduate, 2024 Inaugural Central Center of Excellence School of Regional Leadership Cohort

  • 2024 Executive Leadership Certification


Professional Experience

  • Business Owner, Associate Child Care Director, Human Resource Manager, Training and Development

  • Author of Malika D Goes to Daycare

  • Leadership Guide for Sisters in the Order, Passion First - Purpose Forever.  


LaTanisha Williams-Smith
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