LEADERSHIP

Charles E. “Chuck” Brandman CWRU ’70 completed his first professional career with The Dow Chemical Company where he held a variety of leadership roles including: manufacturing, information systems, global project management and knowledge management.  Chuck is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt with expertise in facilitating global cross-functional teams.  Since 2017, Chuck has been pursuing his second career as Community Volunteer.  In addition to his several volunteer roles within Phi Psi, Chuck serves as: Board Chair of Cy-Fair Federal Credit Union, Director of Harris County Municipal Utility District 264, Case Western Reserve University Alumni Association board and is a Captain/Volunteer with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.  Chuck is married to Judy; they have two adult children: Andrew and Sharon, and five grandchildren.

Paul Oblon Purdue ’90 has spent his entire 32-year professional career in wealth management and financial services, holding positions with Merrill Lynch, Smith Barney, Wells Fargo Advisors, and now as founder of Gold Key Private Wealth. Paul dedicated volunteer time to the Naperville Youth Symphony and the Youth Symphony of DuPage and is active in charitable efforts supporting Lyme disease awareness and advocacy, a cause that is especially meaningful to his family. Paul lives in Naperville, Illinois, with his wife of 25 years, whom he met at a party at the Phi Psi chapter house at Purdue. They have three college-aged children, including two currently attending Purdue. In his free time, Paul enjoys travel, particularly to Mexico, the Caribbean, and South Korea. While not a golfer, he proudly considers himself a “great indoorsman” and enjoys reading, cigars, bourbon, and playing euchre with friends.

Ruben Campos Texas Tech ’95 is a distinguished alumnus of the Texas Beta chapter of Phi Kappa Psi. Following graduation, Ruben remained involved with Phi Psi. He has served as Chapter Advisor for Maryland Gamma, Advisory Board Member, President of the South Plains Alumni Association, and House Corporation President for Texas Beta. His national contributions include roles as National Scholarship Reviewer for over 13 years, PIVOT Program Coach, and Volunteer Director for the Strategic Plan Implementation for 2022-2024. Professionally, Ruben is the Sr. Procurement Analyst for the United States Army Corps of Engineers in Washington, DC, where he develops policy and procedures to implement acquisition programs. His career spans roles at Headquarters USACE in Washington, DC and Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy in the Pentagon, where he led strategic sourcing and policy development. Ruben holds degrees in Business Administration  and Political Science from Texas Tech University and is certified in Contracting, Program Management, and Lean Six Sigma. Ruben is married to Jaimi, and they have two children, Ryan and Alexis.

Josh “Rhodie” Mitchell was initiated into the Kentucky Beta Chapter of Phi Kappa Psi at the University of Kentucky in 1995. His commitment to the Fraternity began during his undergraduate years, when he served as chapter Historian, Treasurer, and twice as Chapter President. He was also active in student government, served as Vice President of the Interfraternity Council, and participated in numerous other campus organizations. After earning a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Mathematics Education from the University of Kentucky in 1998, Rhodie joined Phi Kappa Psi Headquarters as a traveling Educational Leadership Consultant and later served as Director of Expansion. He went on to earn an MBA from the University of Kentucky in 2001. Professionally, Rhodie has spent more than 25 years with Procter & Gamble, where he has built a career in corporate finance. His professional experience, combined with his extensive volunteer leadership within Phi Kappa Psi, brings a strong background in financial management, organizational leadership, strategic planning, and governance to his role as National Secretary. Rhodie lives in Northern Kentucky with his family and their pack of four-legged friends.

Jordan Schaffer URI ’23 is from Lexington, Massachusetts and studies Finance and Business Analytics and Intelligence. He plans to pursue a career in corporate finance or corporate law. Jordan joined Phi Kappa Psi looking for friendship but quickly found something deeper: a strong, supportive brotherhood that helped shape his personal growth and leadership. The bond he found with his chapter brothers was especially meaningful. As District I Archon, he looks forward to connecting with brothers across chapters and helping them access the resources they need to grow and succeed. In his free time, Jordan enjoys lacrosse, lifting, and skiing.

Case Mongold Capital ’23 is a Political Science major with an Economics minor from Shelby, Ohio. He plans to become a lawyer and joined Phi Psi to be part of the strong brotherhood he saw in his chapter. As District II Archon, he looks forward to connecting with chapters and alumni across the district and learning from their experiences. Case enjoys reading and once took a cross-country road trip with his family. His dad has been the biggest influence in his life, always encouraging him to stay involved and do his best. He lives by the advice to always ask questions and seek understanding.

Vance Menapace Purdue ’23 is a Computer Science major from Carmel, Indiana, with plans to pursue a career in software engineering. He joined Phi Psi for its emphasis on tradition, leadership, and meaningful brotherhood. As District III Archon, Vance is excited to support chapters and help create lasting, positive change across the district. He enjoys soccer and has traveled to several countries, with Rome being a favorite for its rich history. Vance draws inspiration from his father’s example of hard work and integrity and lives with the mindset that time is limited, so every day should be spent making a meaningful impact.

Quinn McNomee Alabama ’23 is a Marketing major from Annapolis, Maryland, with plans to work in business development and eventually start his own company. He joined Phi Psi to be part of something bigger than himself, drawn to the Fraternity’s focus on leadership, service, and genuine brotherhood. As District IV Archon, he looks forward to building strong relationships across the district and being a reliable source of support. Quinn enjoys golf, boating around Annapolis, and cheering on Alabama football and the Baltimore Orioles. He lives by the motto “Control what you can control. Have fun,” a message that honors his chapter brother Colin Lemoine ’23.

Alex Payne Texas Tech ’24 is a Finance major at Texas Tech University from Austin, Texas. He joined Phi Psi for its strong sense of brotherhood and looks forward to connecting with members across the country as District V Archon. Alex plans to become a financial advisor and lives by the advice “Hard work beats talent every time.” He enjoys golf, and he credits his relationship with God as the biggest influence in his life.

Adam Darvishian Oregon ’24 studies Advertising with a minor in Sports Business and is from Simi Valley, California. He hopes to build a career in sports marketing, ideally with the NFL’s creative team. He joined Phi Psi to be part of a brotherhood that pushes him to grow and was inspired by the chance to help shape his rechartered chapter. As District VI Archon, Adam looks forward to supporting chapters and building connections across the district. He enjoys football, cooking, and camping.