HELPING FRATERNITY MEN LEAD WITH PURPOSE
By Joe Gombach
For over a century, the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) has been fostering and promoting the values of Greek life. As a trade association representing 58 fraternities, the NIC supports opportunities for young men to seek and form positive, enriching fraternal bonds. Part of that mission is advocating legislation that positively impacts its members, such as the Title IX exemption that allows fraternities and sororities to continue operating as single-gender organizations.
Dominic Frattura is the NIC’s Director of Advocacy, and he will speak at the upcoming Grand Arch Council, July 15-18, 2026, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Developing and executing a solid government relations strategy is at the heart of his work.
“Government relations appealed to me because it’s a relationship-driven field — and so much of life is about who you know and how you build genuine connections,” he said.
Dominic joined Sigma Nu while a student at Arizona State.
“The fraternity experience was truly my foundation for professional and personal growth,” he said.
In 2023, he and his chapter received Awards of Distinction from the NIC. Afterward, he reached out to President & CEO Judson Horras to learn more about the organization.
“That conversation ultimately led to the creation of my current role,” Dominic explained.
His focus is protecting freedom of association, advancing hazing prevention, and addressing campus policies that threaten the existence of fraternity life. These issues are increasingly important for fraternities.
In 2024, for example, the University of Maryland imposed a blanket suspension of all Greek life and instituted draconian restrictions on members in response to allegations of hazing and alcohol abuse within a few chapters. The NIC, alongside other organizations, coordinated a successful nationwide campaign, which forced the university to reverse its policies.
Dominic understands the positive impact Greek life has on campuses and the many benefits of the fraternity experience, particularly when it comes to his career path.
“Fraternity members are uniquely positioned to make an impact in government because they’ve already experienced governance, consensus building, and accountability through their chapters,” he said. “Fraternity men learn to bring people together across differences — a skill desperately needed in today’s political environment.”
In his role with the NIC, Dominic most enjoys “helping fraternity men lead with purpose at a time when the world needs values-based leadership more than ever.” As for current students considering a path in government relations, he recommends “getting as much leadership experience as possible on campus.”
“Those experiences prepare you to navigate complex situations confidently after graduation,” he said.
Dominic is looking forward to next summer’s GAC and his opportunity to discuss the importance of his work. “I’m excited to connect with Phi Kappa Psi brothers from across the country and hopefully inspire them to explore leadership roles in public policy or student governance.”
Dominic expects brothers will enjoy their time in Scottsdale “Be sure to hike Camelback Mountain, explore Papago Park, and check out the restaurants and nightlife in Old Town. And honestly, the resort itself has everything you need — great golf, pools, and unbeatable desert views.”