Chapter Kit

35th Regional Director Welcome

Greetings Brothers of the Wild Wild Western Region,

On behalf of the organizing committee, I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to all of you as we prepare to gather for our 67th regional conference. It is with great anticipation and excitement that we look forward to hosting you in the vibrant and dynamic city of Tempe, Arizona.

This conference will be an enriching experience filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and memorable moments. I am confident that this event will have a lasting impact on everyone present, as we encourage sharing knowledge, exchanging ideas, and strengthening our bonds of brotherhood.

Let us embrace the spirit of camaraderie and collaboration that defines our organization as we embark on this journey together. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from and inspire one another, as well as reaffirm our commitment to Brotherhood, Service, and Scholarship.

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Tempe, Arizona once again. It is my sincere hope that this conference will serve as a time of growth, fellowship, and meaningful connections. It is an honor to have you join us, and we look forward to an unforgettable experience together as ONE SIGMA.

Fraternally,

Bro. Sidney Jackson, Jr.
35th Western Regional Director
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated

 

State Dir., & Host Chapter Welcome

Brothers,

On behalf of all Men of Sigma in the state of Arizona and the host chapter, Tau Theta Sigma, we welcome you to Arizona – the Grand Canyon State and “Valley of the Sun.” We take great pride in hosting the 67th Western Regional Conference and are grateful for the opportunity to host the highly successful 2022 and 2023 Western Region Fall Board meetings in preparation for the WRC.

As the State Director, it is a great honor to host the 67th Western Region Conference. The Brothers of Tau Theta Sigma, along with Arizona’s other Alumni and Collegiate chapters, are excited to have you as guests. During your stay, we hope that you experience as much of what the valley has to offer as possible. Brothers, Sorors, guests, family, and friends, please enjoy yourselves.

As we prepare to handle the business of Sigma, may we have a constructive conference and leave with Brotherhood, Scholarship and Service on our minds.

As host chapter President, I look forward to providing each visiting Brother and guest an amazing and memorable experience. Our breathtaking sunsets, world class resorts, professional-level golf courses, exquisite cocktails and cuisine, and vibrant nightlife will make you want to stay! It is an honor for Tau Theta Sigma - with the support of Arizona Brothers, Sorors, NPHC/D9 organizations and local businesses - to serve the Western Region by planning and executing the 2024 Western Regional Conference.

We look forward to reigniting, reinvigorating, rejuvenating, and reinforcing our shared passion for doing the work of Sigma in the Western Region!

Welcome to our home, Brothers!

Fraternally,

  Bro. Kijan Edwards

  Arizona State Director | WR
  Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated

Bro. Ron J. Johnson

President | Tau Theta Sigma Chapter
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated

 

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WRC Registration

Conference Registration
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Western Region Conference (WRC) is attended by Sigma Men of all ages. One third (1/3) of all attendees are voting delegates, both alumni and collegiate. Non-voting attendees, visiting International officers, staff members, spouses, and guests make up the majority of conference attendees. According to your registration classification, your role at the WRC, registration fee, and schedule of activities will vary. If you would like to register for the upcoming conference, please click on one of the registration types below:

Early Conference Registration
The early registration window closed on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at 7:14 PM.
Alumni & IHQ Staff: $285.00
Alumni Neophytes ('23 & '24): $250.00
Life Member DSC, DSS, and Past RDs: $250.00
Collegiates: $150.00
Guests: $150.00 (includes meal and gift)

Regular Conference Registration
The regular registration window closed on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 7:14 PM.
Alumni & IHQ Staff: $285.00
Alumni Neophytes ('23 & '24): $250.00
Life Member DSC, DSS, and Past RDs: $250.00
Collegiates: $150.00
Guests: $150.00 (includes meal and gift)

Late Conference Registration
The Late registration window closes on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 7:14 PM.
Alumni & IHQ Staff: $295.00
Alumni Neophytes ('23 & '24): $250.00
Life Member DSC, DSS, and Past RDs: $250.00
Collegiates: $150.00
Guests: $150.00 (included meal and gift)

*Please note there is only a price difference between Early, Regular, and Late Registration for Alumni & IHQ Staff.

Hotel Registration

Hotel Room Block

The room block is being hosted at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel located at 60 E. 5th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281. The deadline for reserving a room is Monday, April 15, 2024. The deadline for reserving a room at the conference rate ended Monday, April 15, 2024 at 12:00 PM PST. There are no longer rooms available at the conference rate. Please contact our Conference Planner, Bro. Dye conferenceplanning@pbswest.org for assistance.

Tempe Mission Palms Hotel & Conference Center is the only full service, four diamond hotel located in downtown Tempe, Arizona. Amenities include including the Mission Grille Restaurant, Harry Place Lounge and 24-hour room service, as well as rooftop heated swimming pool featuring the Cabana Bar & Grill.

Below are the room options offered within the room block at the conference hotel: Amenities available in every room include:

• 49” flat-screen TV
• Individually-controlled heat and air conditioning
• Hair dryer
• Robes
• Coffeemaker
• Minifridge
• Iron and ironing board
• In-room safe

Vendor Registration

If you a business and wish to register to purchase space to vend at the WRC your business must align with the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., mission and goals. Please click here to register. Payment will be processed electronically.

 

Downloadable Flyers

the 2024 WRC offers branded imagery to serve as social meadi flyers for the upcoming 2024 WRC. Click here to view images for scial media outlets. To open the image and save it to your device, navigate to your social media account settings to upload and save the file!

 

What to Expect

The Goal
The goal of the WRC is to impart an unwavering enthusiasm, pride, and affinity for the Sigma experience into the hearts and minds of all who participate. It is also a place to learn new things! As engaging speakers discuss topics to help you continue your journey of lifelong learning and individual growth.

Fostering Meaningful Connections
Ask any Brother why they continue to attend, and you will likely get one answer: the friendships. From the moment you register, you will have the opportunity to build true and invaluable connections with Brothers from around the region.

Whether you’re a past regional director, a member of the Distinguished Service Society (DSS), a regional or chapter officer, or just attending the conference for the first time, you’ll certainly find Brothers who will become a connection for life.

Making A Difference Through Service
This year have two dynamic community service projects:

1. Bottled Water Drive
   In collaboration with Paz de Cristo Outreach Center we will conduct a water drive to distribute free bottled water in Downtown Tempe during the conference. This will help addresses the critical need for hydration in Arizona's heat and exemplifies our direct commitment to community welfare.
2. Blood Drive
   In collaboration with American Red Cross we will conduct a blood drive at the host hotel to help support our nation’s blood and blood cell components. Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, cancer treatment, and transfusions following traumatic injuries. Since most patients with sickle cell disease are Black or African American, the most compatible blood type match is most often from a donor of the same race or ethnicity. You can schedule a preschedule at donation time by scanning the QR code or clicking here.

Making Impactful Decisions
The cornerstone of the conference is our plenary sessions, where delegates make important decisions about the future of our Region, including the selection of executive officers for the next term (two years).

Celebrating and Honoring our Brothers
The WRC is the proper time to recognize individual Brothers and chapter achievements, sharing in the pride we have for each other’s accomplishments, as well as remembering those who have transitioned to the Omega Chapter.

• Omega Ceremony
  Honor our Brothers who have joined the Omega Chapter. This moving service offers the chance to not only mourn Brothers we lost, but also celebrate their lives and contributions to our wondrous band
• Rededication Ceremony
  A time-honored occasion to rededicate our hearts and minds to the creed, principles, and mission of our beloved fraternity.
• Regional Awards
  Individual and chapter awards are presented Saturday evening during the Oscar Morgan Gala.
• Installation of Officers
  Newly elected officers are installed Saturday evening near the closing of the Oscar Morgan Gala.

Travel & Hotel Shuttle Service

Airline Fare Discount Code
Alaska Airlines is the official airline of the WRC. The fare code for online booking is ECMG016. The airline fare code provides attendees with a 7% discount. To use your discount code, go online to alaskaair.com and input the code when searching for flights. The discount will then be applied to any flights meeting the contract parameters.

You and your guests may also use the discount code by calling the Alaska Airlines Group Desk, but a $15.00 service fee will apply per person. Please check your contracts for validity dates, rules, and restrictions.

Please verify all travel policies and current baggage allowances at alaskaair.com prior to travel. The Alaska Airlines Group Desk hours of operation are 6am–6pm PST Monday through Friday and 7:30am–6pm PST on Saturdays.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Sky Harbor Airport is a civil–military public airport 3 miles east of downtown Phoenix, in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. It is Arizona's largest and busiest airport; among the largest commercial airports in the United States, PHX was the 8th busiest airport in the United States and 22nd busiest in the world in 2021. The airport serves as a hub for American Airlines and a base for Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines. The Wall Street Journal ranked Sky Harbor as the best airport overall among the 20 largest airports in the U.S. in 2019. "Phoenix excelled in several of the 15 categories, with short screening waits, fast Wi-Fi, good Yelp scores for restaurant reviews, short taxi-to-takeoff times for planes, and cheap average Uber cost to get downtown." Sky Harbor won the honor again in 2023, ahead of Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. It also currently holds the distinction of being the busiest three-runway airport in the entire world.

Hotel Shuttle Service
As a courtesy, Tempe Palms Hotel guests are provided daily shuttle transportation to Sky Harbor International Airport and back to the hotel, from 5:30 am–10:00 pm. When you arrive at baggage claim and have your luggage in-hand, please call the Temple Mission Palms Hotel at (480) 894-1400.

WRC Agenda

Thursday, May 16, 2024, Attire: Blue polos
Tentative Scheduled Events

5:00-8:00 PM               Registration Check-In: hosted by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
7:00-8:30 PM               Regional Board Meeting
9:00-Until                     D9 hosted Hospitality Suite - Room# 2038

Friday, May 17, 2024, Attire: Blue blazer, Blue tie, white shirt, black slacks, and Black shoes
Tentative Scheduled Events

7:00 AM-5:00 PM       Registration Check-In: hosted by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
8:00-8:15 AM              Invocation
8:15-8:45 AM              Roll Call
                                     Ratification of Quorum
                                     Delegate Verification & Certification
                                     Adoption of Conference Rules
                                     Adoption of Conference Agenda
                                     Approval of 2022 WRC Minutes
8:45-9:20 AM              Time & Place Committee Report - Bro. Blake Dye
                                     Law & Revisions Committee Report - Bro. Donald Lancaster Esq
                                     Grievance Committee Report - Bro. Ken Marshall

9:20-11:20 AM           Hon. Daryl Anderson, Int'l Executive Director Report
                                     State of the Fraternity Report - Hpn. Chris V. Rey
                                     Int'l Treasurer Report - Bro. William Frasier, Jr.,
                                     Int'l Dir., of Social Action Report - Bro. Malwan Johnson
                                     Int'l General Counsel Report - Bro. Kennedy Barnes, Esq.

11:20-1130 AM         Break
11:30-1:00 PM           Good Health Wins Luncheon
1:00-1:15 PM             Nominating Committee Report - Hon Bro. Jeffrey Whitmore
1:15-1:30 PM             Sigma Zeta Relations Committee Report - Bro. Gerald Reneau
1:30-1:45 AM             DSS/DSC Committee Report - Hon. Bro. Ron Carter
1:45-2:00 AM             Audit Committee Report - Bro. Ira Young
2:00-2:30 PM             Elections Committee Report - Hon. Bro Phil Hubbard
3:00-3:30 PM             Risk Management Report & Training - Bro. Craig Snellings, Esq.

3:30-3:40 PM             Break
3:40-4:40 PM             Increasing Your Social Media Footprint - Bro. Dr. Theo Fowles
4:40-4:55 PM             Life Membership Report - Bro. Clarence Espinosa,
4:55-5:10 PM             Elections Committee Report (Final) - Hon. Bro. Phil Hubbard
5:10-5:25 PM             Budget Committee Report - Carl Houstin
5:25-6:45 PM             Dinner on your own
7:00-8:30 PM             Public Meeting
8:30-Until                   White Pool Party (white or blue linen attire)
                                    Free to the public Ages 18 & up w/ valid photo ID.
                                    However, non-conference registrants still must sign-up to attend.

9:00-Until                   Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Hospitality Suite - Room# 2038

Saturday, May 18, 2024, Attire: Dark Suits and black shoes
Tentative Scheduled Events

7:00-8:00 AM             Omega Ceremony/Rededication
8:00-10:00 AM           Bro. Sidney Jackson, Jr., State of the Region - 35th Regional Director
                                    1st Vice Regional Director Report - Bro. Warren Brown
                                    2nd Vice Regional Director Report - Bro. Nathan Seyoum
                                    Regional General Counsel Report - Bro. Donald Lancaster, Esq.
                                    Regional Risk Management Report - Bro. Craig Snellings. Esq.

10:15-10:25 AM        Break
10:25-11:25 AM        Leadership Training - Bro. Victor Glover
11:25-12:25 AM        Lunch
12:25-1:25 PM          Owning Your Own Your Brand Training - Macy's Representative
1:25-2:00 PM            Resolutions Committee Report
                                   Good and Welfare
                                   Adjournment
                                   Conference Photo

2:00-2:30 PM            WRC Community Service Project - Paz de Cristo Outreach Center
2:30-2:45 PM            Sigma Beta Club Report
3:00-4:00 PM            Collegiate Recruiting - Bro. JP Wiafe
7:00-9:00 PM            Oscar Morgan Gala - Ballroom
                                   Tux (preferred), white dinner jacket, and/or nice suit

9:15 PM-1 Until        Sigma Cigar Lounge - Roof top next to the pool
                                   (Not included in Registration)
                                   Cost: $55.00 Package Ages 18 & up w/ valid photo ID
                                   includes a cutter and one of each of the following cigars:
                                              Liga #9
                                              Ghurka Ghost
                                              Oscar Leaf Sumatra

10:00 PM-Until          After Party - Ballroom
                                    (included in Registration)
                                    Cost: Non-registrant Cost :$25.00 Ages 18 & up w/ valid photo ID

9:00 PM-Until           D9 hosted Hospitality Suite - Room# 2038

Sunday, May 19, 2024, Attire: White polos
Tentative Scheduled Events

9:00-10:00 AM         Church Service
10:00-11:30 AM       Post Conference Meeting

Forms & Committee Selections

All WRC Pre-Conference Form submissions must be submitted by 11:59 PM PST on April 4, 2024.

1. Candidate Notification Form
2. Chapter Delegate Certification Form
3. Constitution or Bylaw Change Request Form
4. Distinguished Service Society Citation Form
5. Emile Pitre Honors Society Citation Form
6. Graduating Senior Recognition Form
7. Milestone Information Form
8. Omega Chapter Commemoration Form
9. Resolution Form

Committee Selection

• Each chapter is asked to submit up to two names for committee selection as required by the conference rules. Selection announcement will be made available no later than April 6, 2024, and distributed no later than April 7, 2024, as required for all conference-related materials.
• Every name submitted will not be selected. Delegates must be committed to registering by the conference's deadline of April 4, 2024, at 11:59 PM. Special consideration will go to those who have registered by the early-bird deadline. Before each regular meeting of the Regional Conference and upon the recommendations received from the chapters of the Region, the Regional Director shall appoint the following Committees:
• Sub-Section 1 - Chairman: Hon. Bro. Jeffrey Whitmore | Nominating Committee Selection
• Sub-Section 2 - Chairman: Bro. Dr. Stephen Rice | Credentials Committee Selection
• Sub-Section 3 - Chairman: Bro. Donald Lancaster Esq. | Law & Revision Committee Selection
• Sub-Section 4 - Chairman: Bro. Kenneth Marshall | Fraternal Affairs Committee Selection
• Sub-Section 5 - Chairman: Bro. Blake Dye | Time & Place Committee Selection
• Sub-Section 6 - Chairman: Bro. Ira Young | Auditing Committee Selection
• Sub-Section 7 - Chairman: Bro. Carl Houston | Budget Committee Selection
• Sub-Section 8 - Chairman: Hon. Bro. Phil Hubbard | DSS Committee Selection
• Sub-Section 9 - Chairman: Bro. Gary Hogans | Omega Chapter Committee Selection
• Sub-Section: 10 - Chairman: Bro. Colin Taylor| Election Committee Selection
• Sub-Section: 11 - Chairman: Bro. Anthony Buchanan| Awards Committee Selection
• Sub-Section: 12 - Chairman: Bro. Gerald Reneau| Sigma Zeta Relations Committee Selection

Conference Awards

Sigma of the Year Awards (Alumni & Collegiate)
Hon. Bro. Jeffery Whitmore Alumni Sigma of the Year

• Description: This prestigious award recognizes an outstanding alumni member who has demonstrated exemplary commitment and contributions to the fraternity at the regional level.
• Requirements: Nominees must be active alumni members with significant achievements in fraternity initiatives, community service, and leadership roles within the past year.

Hon. Bro. Jeffrey Sneed Collegiate Sigma of the Year

• Description: Awarded to a collegiate member who embodies the fraternity's ideals through exceptional academic, leadership, and community involvement.
• Requirements: Active collegiate membership status, notable fraternity participation, academic excellence, and significant community service contributions.

Elected & Appointed Board Member Awards
Hon. Bro. Anthony Samad Elected Board Member of the Year

• Description: Honors an elected board member who has shown outstanding leadership, dedication, and innovative contributions to the fraternity's governance and initiatives.
• Requirements: Currently serving as an elected board member with a record of exceptional service and initiative in fraternity affairs.

Hon. Bro. Ronald Carter Appointed Board Member of the Year

• Description: Recognizes an appointed board member for their exceptional contributions, dedication, and service to the fraternity’s mission and goals.
• Requirements: Must be a currently serving appointed board member with notable achievements in their role.

State/ Area Director Award
Area/State Director of the Year

• Description: Celebrates the exemplary leadership and significant impact of an Area or State Director in advancing fraternity goals and member engagement.
• Requirements: Current Area or State Director with outstanding performance in fraternity leadership and program execution.

Chapter Awards
Level I/II/III Alumni Chapter of the Year

• Description: These awards recognize the excellence and improvement of Alumni Chapters across three levels, based on size and scope. The "Most Improved" awards celebrate chapters that have shown significant progress over the past year.
• Requirements: Demonstrated excellence in fraternity engagement, community service, membership growth, and program implementation. For the "Most Improved" awards, evidence of substantial growth and development over the past year.

Level I/II/III Most Improved Alumni Chapter

• Description: These awards recognize the excellence and improvement of Alumni Chapters across three levels, based on size and scope. The "Most Improved" awards celebrate chapters that have shown significant progress over the past year.
• Requirements: Demonstrated excellence in fraternity engagement, community service, membership growth, and program implementation. For the "Most Improved" awards, evidence of substantial growth and development over the past year.

Level III Collegiate Chapter of the Year

• Description: This award recognize the excellence and improvement of Alumni Chapters across three levels, based on size and scope. The "Most Improved" awards celebrate chapters that have shown significant progress over the past year.
• Requirements: Demonstrated excellence in fraternity engagement, community service, membership growth, and program implementation. For the "Most Improved" awards, evidence of substantial growth and development over the past year.

Level III Most Improved Collegaite Chapter

• Description: This award recognize the excellence and improvement of Alumni Chapters across three levels, based on size and scope. The "Most Improved" awards celebrate chapters that have shown significant progress over the past year.
• Requirements: Demonstrated excellence in fraternity engagement, community service, membership growth, and program implementation. For the "Most Improved" awards, evidence of substantial growth and development over the past year.

Programming Awards
Bro. Lindsay Hughes Bigger & Better Business Programming Award (Alumni & Collegiate)

• Description: Named in honor of Bro. Lindsay Hughes, this award is dedicated to recognizing chapters that have excelled in the Bigger & Better Business (B&BB) program. The award honors the legacy of Bro. Lindsay Hughes by acknowledging outstanding achievements in promoting economic empowerment, financial literacy, and business development within the community, distinguishing between alumni and collegiate chapters.

Requirements:

• Alumni Chapters: Demonstrated excellence in developing and implementing B&BB initiatives that significantly impact the local community and business environment.
• Collegiate Chapters: Exceptional engagement in B&BB activities, including innovative programs that enhance the economic understanding and skills of college students and community members.

Hon. Bro. Dr. William Riley Education Programming Award (Alumni & Collegiate)

• Description: Named in honor of Hon. Bro. Dr. William Riley, this award celebrates chapters that have made significant contributions to education, embodying the values and educational commitment of Hon. Bro. Dr. William Riley. It distinguishes between alumni and collegiate chapters in their efforts to promote educational excellence, literacy, and lifelong learning in their communities.

Requirements:

Alumni Chapters: Outstanding initiatives in education, such as mentoring, literacy programs, and educational workshops that have a profound impact on the community.

Collegiate Chapters: Innovative and effective educational programs on campus and in the community, demonstrating a commitment to academic excellence and support.

Bro. Dr. Huey P. Newton Social Action Programming Award (Alumni & Collegiate)

• Description: Named in honor of Bro. Dr. Huey P. Newton, this award acknowledges chapters that excel in social action initiatives. It recognizes the efforts of both alumni and collegiate chapters in championing social justice, community service, and civic engagement, reflecting Dr. Newton's dedication to social change.

Requirements:

Alumni Chapters: Exceptional involvement in social action programs, including community service projects, advocacy, and efforts promoting social justice and equality.

Collegiate Chapters: Active participation in social action endeavors, demonstrating leadership in addressing social issues on campus and in the broader community.

Individual & Group Awards
Collegiate Brother w/ the Highest GPA Award

• Description: Recognizes the collegiate brother with the highest academic achievement across the region.
• Requirements: Must be a collegiate member with the highest GPA verified for the current academic year.

Sigma Beta Club of the Year

• Description: Awarded to the Sigma Beta Club that exemplifies exceptional youth development, mentorship, and community service.
• Requirements: Active Sigma Beta Club with notable achievements in youth programming and community impact.

Collegiate Advisory Team of the Year

• Description: Honors a collegiate advisory team for outstanding mentorship, support, and guidance to collegiate members.
• Requirements: Demonstrated excellence in advising, member support, and contribution to collegiate chapter success.

Conference Planning

• Description: Acknowledges outstanding efforts in planning and executing fraternity conferences.
• Requirements: Exceptional organization, innovation, and execution of fraternity conferences, enhancing member experience and engagement.

Conference Overview

The 67th Annual Western Regional Conference (WRC) will take place on May 16–19, 2024 at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel in Tempe, AZ. Registered participants will receive their 2024 WRC welcome letter within two weeks prior to the start of the conference. Letters will be sent to the email address used to register. Please contact our Regional Dir., of Publicity Bro. Everett Bond if you have registered and have not received your letter within the two-week time period.

The WRC offers a unique opportunity for Sigmas of all ages from across the Region to meet in the true spirit of Brotherhood while handling Regional business. The main conference responsibilities include:

1. Electing the Executive Board
2. Reviewing of Grievances
3. Selecting future WRC locations
4. Honoring Collegiate & Alumni Chapters
5. Honoring Individual Collegiate & Alumni Brothers
6. Selecting Hon. Bro. William Perry Distinguished Service Society (HWPDSS) candidates
7. Enacting laws for the regulation of the Region

One of the more important decisions a chapter makes prior to the WRC is the selection of its primary and alternate delegate because all formal action taken at the conference is the result of voting. Those with voting privileges at the WRC (must be financial o all three levels within the Fraternity) nclude:

• Collegiate chapter delegates (primary and/or alternate)
• Alumni chapter delegates (primary and/or alternate)
• Elected officers of the Regional Board
• Past Regional Directors

Regional Orgin

How the West was Won
The establishment of the Western Region of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., was initially created soon after Bro. Herbert L. Stevens was initiated into our wondrous band. With the chartering of the Beta Chapter at Wiley College in Marshall, TX, the first imprint of Sigma outside of Washington, D.C. was created and named the Western Region. Texas was later separated from the Western Region and re-established as the Lone Star Region of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Twenty-two years later, the Western Region as we know it today was started on February 15, 1937, when Bro. William Perry directed a letter to Bro. Jessie W. Lewis, the then Dean of Terrell Law School, requesting information for the chartering of a chapter in Los Angeles, CA. At this time, there were no chapters west of Texas. The movement gained impetus through the form of Bro. Hugh Fisher Lewis, who was then Vice President of the Northern District. After careful selection, Bros. Lewis, Perry, Johnson, and Hill invited eleven other men to join as charter members: Bros. Fred Baker, George Beavers, Edgar Brown, Cecil Davis, Aaron Douglass, Dee Hodge, William Nickerson, Jr., Granville Norman, E. M. Porter, Clarence Smith, and Oscar Stokes.

The officers elected to serve the new chapter were: Bro. William Perry, President; Bro. Clarence Smith, Vice-President; Bro. Dee Hodge, Secretary; and Bro. Everette Porter, Treasurer. Bro. James Weldon Johnson — celebrated poet, author, and professor of creative literature — was the National President at the time of the chartering of the chapter.

TToday, the Western Region is led by our 35th Regional Director, Bro. Sidney Jackson, Jr., and has blossomed into the largest region in the fraternity; it currently encompasses the states of AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, and WY, as well as the countries of Japan, S. Korea, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates. We exist as a consortium of positive and professional men determined to continue our rich and historic legacy of providing the best in service through our programmatic thrusts of Bigger and Better Business, Education, Social Action, and the Sigma Beta Club. Dedicated to the principles of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service, it is our desire to provide communities within our Region with impactful and meaningful service.

Regional Leadership

Elected Officers

Director, Bro. Sidney Jackson, Jr.,
Phi Beta Sigma Chapter | Los Angels, CA
director@pbswest.org

1st Vice Dir., Bro. Warren Brown
Tau Thet Sigma Chapter
1stvicedirector@pbswest.org

2nd Vice Dir., Bro. Nathan Seyoum
Omicron Eta Chapter | CSUN, Sacramento
2ndvicedirector@pbswest.org

Secretary, Bro. Keith Moore
Sigma Zeta Sigma Chapter | Tacpma, WA
secretary@pbswest.org

Treasurer, Bro. Carl Houston
Kappa Delta Chapter | Carson, CA
treasurer@pbswest.org

Immediate Past Dir., Bro. Kedric Nalls
Theta Gamma Sigma Chapter | Sacramento, CA
director34@pbswest.org

 

Appointed Officers

Chief of Staff, Bro. Everett Bond
Sigma Zeta Sigma Chapter | Tacoma, WA
publicity@pbswest.org

Chaplain, Bro. Gary Hogans
Phi Beta Sigma Chapter | Los Angeles, CA
chaplain@pbswest.org

Dir., of Sigma Beta Clubs, Bro. Agha Khan
Kappa Delta Sigma Chapter | Carson, CA
sigmabetaclubs@pbswest.org

Dir., of Publicity, Bro. Everett Bond
Sigma Zeta Sigma Chapter | Tacoma, WA
publicity@pbswest.org

Dir., of Risk Mmgt., Bro. Craig Snellings. Esq.
Alpha Ny Sigma Chapter | Oakland , CA
riskmanagement@pbswest.org

Dir., of Stds & Awards, Bro. Anthony Buchanan
Epsilon Epsilon Sigma Chapter | Seattle, WA
awards@pbswest.org

Dir., of Conference Planning, Bro. Blake Dye
Omicron Theta Sigma Chapter | Portland, OR
conferenceplanning@pbswest.org

Area & State Directors

Arizona State Dir., Bro. Kijan Edwards
az_sd@pbswest.org

Hawaii State Dir., Bro. Johnny Davis
hi_sd@pbswest.org

Japan Area State Dir., Bro. Patrick Jackson
j.area_sd@pbswest.org

< Middle East Area State Dir., Bro. Scherwin Henry
me.area_sd@pbswest.org

Nevada State Dir., Bro. Garren Morris
nv_sd@pbswest.org

N. California State Dir., Bro. Cedrick Soso
n.ca_sd@pbswest.org

Northeast State Dir., Bro. Don Cross
ne.area_sd@pbswest.org

Northwest State Dir., Bro. Julian Heyward
nw.sd@pbswest.org

S. California State Dir., Bro. Kevin Orantes
s.ca_sd@pbswest.org

S. Korea Area State Dir., Bro. Sidney Thomas
sk.area_sd@pbswest.org

 

Dir., of Collegiate Affairs, Bro. Dr. Mike Baslee
Phi Beta Sigma Chapter | Los Angels, CA
collegiateaffairs@pbswest.org

Dir., of B&BB, Bro. David Sledge
Iota Lambda Sigma Chapter | San Diego, CA
business@pbswest.org

Dir., of Education, Bro. Dr. Theo Fowles
Phi Beta Sigma Chapter | Los Angels, CA
education@pbswest.org

Dir., of Social Action, Bro. Woodrow Bailey
Kappa Delta Sigma Chapter | Carson, CA
socialaction@pbswest.org

General Counsel, Bro. Donald Lancaster
Gamma Phi Sigma Chapter | San Franciso, CA
generalcounsel@pbswest.org

 

 

 

 

Dir., of Protocol, Bro. Gregory Harris
Theta Gamma Sigma Chapter | Sacramento, CA
protocol@pbswest.org

Dir., of Military Affairs, Bro. David Sledge
Iota Lambda Sigma Chapter | San Diego, CA
militaryaffairs@pbswest.org

Dir., of Technology, Bro. Chris Manigault
Theta Alpha Sigma Chapter | Long Beach, CA
technology@pbswest.org

Hon. Cmte. Mbr., Hon. Bro. Jeffrey Sneed
Kappa Delta Sigma Chapter | Carson, CA
honorary@pbswest.org

Sigma Zeta Relations, Bro. Hur-Khan Allen
Theta Gamma Sigma Chapter | Sacramento, CA
sigmazetarelations@pbswest.org

Life Mbrshp. Lais., Bro. Clarence Espinosa
Kappa Delta Sigma Chapter | Carson, CA
lifemembership@pbswest.org

 

 

 

 

AZ Area Dir., (Phx) Bro. Rickie Howard
az_ad_ph@pbswest.org
AZ Area Dir., (Tuc) Bro. Ken Marshall
az_ad_tu@pbswest.org

HI Area Dir., TBA hi_ad@pbswest.org

JP Area Dir., Bro. Brian Harris j.area_ad@pbswest.org

ME Area Dir., TBA me.ad@pbswest.org

NV Area Dir., Bro. Altora Bates nv.sd_lv@pbswest.org

N. CA Area Dir., (Sac) Bro. Isaac Terry n.ca_ad_sa@pbswest.org
N. CA Area Dir., (Oak/SF) Bro. Skylar Ward n.ca_ad_os@pbswest.org

NE Area Dir., TBA
ne.area_ad@pbswest.org

WA Area Dir., Bro. Anthony Buchanan
wa.ad@pbswest.org
OR Area Dir., Bro. Dennis Latimer
or.ad@pbswest.org
ID Area Dir., Bro. Kevin Archangel
id.ad@pbswest.org

S. CA Area Dir., (IE) Bro. Robert Strong
s.ca_ad_ie
S. CA Area Dir., (LA) Bro. Maurice Williams
s.ca_ad_la
S. CA Area Dir., (SD) Bro Greg Watkins
s.ca_ad_sd

S. Korea Area Dir., TBA

Things to Do In Tempe

Bars and Clubs

1. Harry's Place (0.1 miles) 60 E. 5th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Harry's Place
2. Mill Cue Club (0.2 miles) 607 S Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Mill Cue Club
3. Alibi Tempe - 0.5 miles) 108 E University Drive, Tempe, AZ 852811 | Alibi Tempe
4. Handlebar Tempe - 0.5 miles) 680 S Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Handle Baraz
5. Phoenix Beer Comapny (0.7 miles) 300 S. Ash Avenue #103, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Phoenix Beer Co.
6. Low Key Piano Bar - (0.7 miles) 501 S Mill Avenue #101, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Lowkey Piano Bar
7. University Sports Grill (0.7 miles) 740 S. Mill Avenue D 130, Tempe, AZ 85281 | University Sports Grill
8. Casa (0.8 miles) 740 S. Mill Avenue D 130, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Casa
9. El Hefe Super Taqueria (0.9 miles) - 640 S Mill Avenue #110, Tempe, AZ 85281 | El Hefe Taqueria
10. Fat Tuesday - (1.2 miles) 680 S Mill Avenue #106, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Fat Tuesday

Restaurants

1. Mission Grille (0.1 miles) 60 E. 5th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Mission Grille
2. Illegal Pete's (0.2 miles) 525 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Illegal Pete's
3. Postino Cafe (0.2 miles) 615 S. College Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Postino Cafe
4. Culinary Dropout at the Yard (0.4 miles 149 S. Farmer Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Culinary Dropout
5. Alter Ego (0.5 miles) 108 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Alter Ego
6. Cornish Pasty Co. (0.5 miles) 425 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Cornish Pasty Co.
7. The Lodge Kitchen (0.5 miles) 26 S. Farmer Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | The Lodge Kitchen
8. Casey Moore's Oyster House (0.7 miles) 850 S. Ash Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Masey Moore's
9. El Pollo Supremo (0.7 miles) 221 W University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281| El Pollo Supremo
10. Pita Jungle (0.7 miles) 4 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Pita Jungle
11. Caffe Boa (0.8 miles) 398 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Caffe Boa
12. Foch Café & Bistro (0.8 miles) 21 E. 6th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Foch Café & Bistro
13. Med Fresh Grill (0.9 miles) 414 S. Mill Ave #117, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Med Fresh Grill
14. Perfect Pear Bistro (0.9 miles) 603 W. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Perfect Pear Bistro
15. The Chuckbox (1.0 miles) 202 E University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | The Chuckbox
16. Oregano's Pizza Bistro (1.1 miles) 523 W University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Oregano's Pizza Bistro

Cafes and Dessert Shops

1. Starbucks (0.2 miles) 420 S Mill Ave #104, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Starbucks
2. Sparky's Old Town Creamery (0.2 miles) 510 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Sparky's Old Town Creamery
3. Yogurtini Self Serve Frozen Yogurt (0.6 miles) 1020 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Yogurtini
4. Crepe Bar (0.8 miles) 7520 S Rural Road, Tempe, AZ 85283 | Crepe Bar
5. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery (1.0 miles) 615 S College Avenue #103, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Snooze
6. Slickables Ice Cream Sandwiches (1.2 miles) 699 S Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Slickables
7. Dutch Bros Coffee (1.3 miles) 699 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Dutch Bros Coffee
8. Cinnaholic (1.4 miles) 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy #1214, Tempe, AZ 85281 Cinnaholic

Stores

1. Urban Outfitters (0.3 miles)545 S .Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Urban Outfitters
2. Tempe Marketplace (0.5 miles) 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Tempe Marketplace
3. Brand X Custom T-Shirts (0.6 miles) 414 S. Mill Avenue #111, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Brand X T-Shirts
4. Tempe Farmers Market (0.8 miles) 700 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Tempe Farmers Market
5. Changing Hands Bookstore (0.9 miles) 6428 S McClintock Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283 | Changing Hands
6. Tempe Bicycle (1.3 miles) 1340 E. 8th Street #104, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Tempe Bicycle
7. Tempe Camera (1.4 miles) 606 W University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Tempe Camera
8. Arizona Mills Mall (1.4 miles) 606 W University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Arizona Mills Mall

Entertainment Venues

1. Marquee Theater (0.5 miles) 730 N Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Marquee Theater
2. ASU Gammage (0.8 miles) 1200 S. Forest Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 | ASU Gammage
3. Hackett House (1.0 miles) 95 W 4th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Hackett House
4. Tempe Center for the Arts (1.1 miles) 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Center for the Arts
5. Tempe History Museum (1.2 miles) 809 E. Southern Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85282 | History Museum
6. Tempe Comedy Improv (1.3 miles) 930 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | Tempe Comedy Improv
7. AMC Centerpoint 11 (1.5 miles) 730 S. Mill Avenue #303, Tempe, AZ 85281 | AMC Centerpoint 11
8. Tempe Marketplace Cineplex (1.7 miles) 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281 | MP Cineplex
9. Arizona Mills IMAX Theatre (2.0 miles) 5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle, Tempe, AZ 85282 | AZ Mills IMAX
10. Legoland Discovery Center (2.5 miles) 5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle #135, Tempe, AZ 85282 | Legoland
11. Phoenix Zoo (2.6 miles) 455 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 | Phoenix Zoo
12. Main Event Entertainment (2.8 miles) 8545 S. Emerald Drive, Tempe, AZ 85284 | Main Event
13. Desert Botanical Garden (3.1 miles) 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 | Desert Botanical Garden
14. MLB Arizona Diamondbacks (9.1 miles) 401 E. Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 | AZ Diamondbacks

Gentlemens Clubs

1. BP Strippers (0.2 miles) 414 S. Mill Avenue #215, Tempe, AZ 85281
2. Dream Palace (2.1 miles) 815 N. Scottsdale Road, Tempe, AZ 85288
3. Le Girls (3.0 miles) 5151 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034
4. Christie's Cabaret (5.6 miles) 1675 W Baseline Road, Tempe, AZ 85283
5. Blue Moon (5.9 miles) 2911 E .Van Buren Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008
6. Cheetahs (11.1 miles) 4125 N 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014

Conference Contacts

Conference Chairman
Bro, Kijan Edwards wrc2024chairman@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #404

Agenda
Bro. Sidney Jackson director@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #9

Awards
Bro. Anthony Buchanan awards@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #5

Candidate Forum
Bro. Dr. Theo Fowles candidate_forum@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #308

Collegiate Party
Bro. Jalen Dudley collegiateparty@pbswest.org

Collegiate Luncheon
Bro. Nathan Seyoum 2ndvicedirector@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #7

Donations & Fundraising
Bro. Carl Houston fundraising@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #5

Finance
Bro. Carl Houston treasurer@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #5

Hotel Overview
Bro. Blake Dye conferenceplanning@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #351

Marketing
Bro. Everett Bond publicity@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #0

Omega & Rededication Ceremony
Bro. Gary Hogans chaplain@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #3

Night Life
Bro. Ron Johnson nightlife@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #591

Regional Director's Public Meeting
Bro. Ron Johnson reception@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #591

Registration Check-in
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.registration@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #404

Vendors
Bro. Joe Stubblefield II vendors@pbswest.org
310-563-8752 Ext. #351

Conference Sponsors

Thank you to our 2024 Conference Sponsors from the bottom of our hearts; the Men of Sigma are appreciative of your generous gift. Through our partnership, more people will benefit from the programs and services we provide in communities across our region.

Macy's, Inc.
Platinum Level Sponsor
Macy's is an American department store chain founded in 1858 by Rowland Hussey Macy. It has been a sister brand to the Bloomingdale's department store chain since being acquired by holding company Federated Department Stores in 1994, which renamed itself Macy's, Inc. in 2007. It is the largest department store company by retail sales in the United States as of 2015, with 508 stores.

 

Good Heath Wins
Sapphire Level Sponsor
The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) has been committed to empower, inform and uplift women and children in communities of color for 85 years. During the COVID 19 pandemic, they have strengthened their resolve to address the importance of how vaccines save lives. Good Health WINS champions are taking collective action to reduce vaccine hesitancy and improve vaccination rates.

 

American Red Cross
Gold Level Sponsor
The American Red Cross (ARC), is a nonprofit humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and disaster preparedness education in the United States. It is the designated US affiliate of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and the US movement to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

Special Thanks

Special thank you to the following and groups:

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc, General Board
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Western Regional Board
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Tau Theta Sigma Chapter | Scottsdale, AZ
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Alpha Epsilon Sigma Chapter | Phoenix, AZ
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Lambda Kappa Sigma Chapter | Tucson, AZ
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Theta Omicron Sigma Chapter | Sierra Vista, AZ
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Lambda Xi Chapter | Arizona State University
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Alpha Alpha Epsilon Chapter | University of Arizona
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Chi Alpha Zeta Chapter | Surprise, AZ
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Omega Rho Zeta Chapter | Marana, AZ
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Omicron Zeta Zeta Chapter | Tucson, AZ
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Kappa Iota Chapter | Arizona State University
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Pi Xi Chapter | University of Arizona
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Omicron Pi Chapter | Northern Arizona State University
National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc., Phoenix Metro
National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc., Southern Arizona
National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc., Arizona State University
United Sorority & Fraternity Council University of Arizona
The City of Tempe, AZ
Tempe Tourism
Tempe Mission Palms Hotel
Blu Culture Collections
Indigo Apparel