Greetings Sorors,

Greetings Sorors,

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It is with excitement, enthusiasm and a heart to serve that I seek the office of National First Vice President! Leadership plays a significant role in how we shape our Sorority for future success. Delta’s leaders must be ready and able to address the needs of our beloved Sisterhood, while being transformational

and maintaining our status as “The” premier organization dedicated to sisterhood, scholarship, service and social action. As we move our Sisterhood

forward, we need visionary, experienced, innovative, inspirational and courageous leadership. I possess these leadership qualities, and I ask for your vote of confidence to serve as your next National First Vice President. Together, WE can engage, empower and elevate our Sisterhood to the next level!

I have been committed and dedicated to Delta since my initiation in 1976. Each of us has a resounding love for Delta Sigma Theta. My love for our Sisterhood started as a

child watching my mother – the late Soror Anna L. Cooke – and her chapter members meet in our home, perform public service, work together as sisters, and bring others

into the fold. I could not wait to model their behavior, and since becoming a Delta and serving in various roles, I have constantly sought ways to inno-

vate, bridge gaps, and build our membership into one that continues to rise to newer heights.

My record of service demonstrates my lifetime commitment to our Sisterhood. My 45-year foundation in Delta showcases that, in the

role of National First Vice President, I will bring my love for Delta, passion, energy, and willingness to do whatever it takes

to ensure Delta’s relevancy, viability, and success, now and in the future.

I welcome the opportunity to personally share my platform, experience and qualifications and ask that you share your insights and suggestions with me. Please contact me at [email protected], via phone or text at 914-646-4704 or via the Engage With Elsie section on my

website, ElectElsie.com. I would be humbled and honored to have you join me on this campaign journey.

My sorors, thank you for your consideration and your support! Let’s RISE3 together as we engage, empower and elevate our Sisterhood to the next level!

In Sisterhood and Service,

Elsie Cooke-Holmes

Candidate for National First Vice PresidentDelta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

My Platform

EMPOWERENGAGE ELEVATE

Through my RISE3 platform, I will Engage with chapters and sorors; Empower through constructive leadership and member development; and Elevate our efforts to do whatever it takes to ensure Delta’s relevancy, viability and success, now and in the future. Through intentional engagement and collective empowerment, Delta is destined for elevation.

Delta Sigma Theta’s greatest strength is you! You are the heart of ourengagement. As we engage, it will be purposeful, transparent and respectful. I will:

• Engage in impartial, timely deliberations, decisions and dispute resolution, involving relevant stakeholders.

• Provide forums for input from collegiate and alumnae sorors on issues of concern. Ask the right questions, understand our challenges, seek input for innovative solutions – engaging the membership, leadership and all relevant stakeholders.

• Share transparent and timely communication from the National Scholarship and Standards Committee.

• Support innovative reclamation initiatives and member benefits, understanding the needs of sorors and leveraging best practices.

Together, we will build upon the rich legacy of our Sisterhood, to elevate our organization to higher heights. I will:

• Support and elevate the important work of the Sorority’s mission and the administration’s vision.

• Be an active voice in shaping our future direction, while encouraging other leaders to elevate their voices.

• Champion excellence in the work of the Scholarship and Standards Committee, and uphold the highest standards for chapters and members.

• Continue to enhance the quality of the membership intake process incorporating additional process efficiencies.

• Identify additional sources of funding for the national scholarship program.

I am committed to empowering you, my sorors, at every level of theorganization, through constructive leadership and member development so you will have the responsibility and accountability to operate effectively within your areas of influence. I will:

• Ensure that Scholarship and Standards Committee members, regional and chapter leaders have the tools, resources and support needed to successfully execute their duties and responsibilities and that they feel empowered to get the job done.

• Provide comprehensive training, along with reinforcement of information through “drip” training/micro-learning for Regional Officers, Advisors and Membership Intake Trainers.

• Conduct timely webinars to share information regarding chapter compliance, elections and other relevant topics.

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My Sorority leadership positions, including National Second Vice President, National Secretary, National Executive Committee, National Board of Directors, Eastern Regional Director, National Scholarship and Standards Committee, Chair, National Leadership Academy and Chapter President; corporate and non-profit board experience have enabled me to hone skills pertinent to the position of National First Vice President. The position requirements are necessary to carry out the duties of the office as outlined in our Constitution and Bylaws.

Ready to Serve on Day 1

National First Vice PresidentPosition Requirement Qualifying Experience Demonstrated Proficiency

Establish and enforce policies and procedures

Member, Scholarship & Standards Committee; 1991-1995, 1977-1979

Authored revisions to the Chapter Management Handbook, Membership Intake Program, other administrative documents.

National Secretary and Member, Executive Committee; 2017-present

Established Policy Management process to provide structure around the format, nomenclature, development, and approval of all Sorority guidance documents.

Regional Director, Eastern Region; 1997-2001

Enforced policies and procedures in the Sorority.

HR Strategic Leader Developed Employee Handbook including workplace policies. Enforced policies and procedures in the workplace.

Manage conflict or serve as an arbitrator when disputes arise

Member, Scholarship & Standards Committee; 1991-1995, 1977-1979


President, Westchester Alumnae Chapter; 1986-1990

Advisory Council, Pi Lambda Chapter; 1990-1993

Employed conflict resolution techniques to broker resolution of disputes during tenure in several Sorority positions.

Member, Board of Directors, WiNGS, Inc., Nominating and Governance Committee

Arbitrated manager-employee conflict for non-profit organizations.

HR Strategic Leader Managed workplace conflict and arbitrated manager-employee disputes.

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Ready to Serve on Day 1National First Vice President

Position Requirement Qualifying Experience Demonstrated Proficiency

Conduct training sessions for the Sorority

Member, National Scholarship & Standards Committee; 1991-1995, 1977-1979

Revised and conducted training for Regional Officers, Advisors and Membership Intake Trainers.

Membership Intake Trainer; 1991-2018 (Eastern and Southwest Regions)

Conducted Membership Intake Training Sessions for chapters.

Co-Chair, National Leadership Academy; 2008-2017

DID Facilitator; 2008-Present

Co-Chair, Eastern Region Training Task Force; 2003-2005

Chair, DID Committee, New York Metropolitan Coordinating Council; 1987-1988

Designed and conducted DID, Officers Institute and Facilitation training sessions.


Trained delegates, Regional Officers, Regional Secretaries, State Coordinators and State Facilitators.

IT Group ManagerHR Strategic Leader

Developed and conducted workplace leadership, professional development and Diversity, Engagement and Inclusion (DEI) training.

Evaluate membership and reclamation programs

President, Westchester Alumnae Chapter; 1986-1990

Led development of programs to engage membership and reclaim chapter members.


Member, National Board of Directors (formerly National Executive Board); 2008-present, 2002-2004, 1997-2001, 1977-1999

Evaluated effectiveness of regional and national membership programs.

Member, several non-profit Boards of Directors

Recommended non-profit membership engagement initiatives.

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Recommend and implementdecisions to take disciplinary action


Conducted investigations and made recommendations for disciplinary actions (membership intake, misconduct, financial and compliance issues.)


Created and managed rehabilitation plans. Heard and acted on Level I and Level II appeals.


Recommended and implemented disciplinary actions including termination.

Review documentation for compliance


Completed chapter compliance review and reporting.


Supported revision of compliance requirements.


Reviewed workplace performance management and restructure documentation to ensure compliance with established mandates.

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Demonstrate fiduciary responsibility as it relates to overall financial operations of the Sorority


Developed a detailed understanding of the Sorority’s financial operations and demonstrated commitment to fiduciary responsibilities including enterprise risk management as an Executive Committee and Board of Directors member.


Made recommendations regarding the resolution of financial issues.

Member, Board of Directors (formerly Executive Board); 2008-present, 2002-2004, 1997-2001, 1977-1999

Managed budgets in the Sorority and professionally.

Serve in the absence, incapacitation or at the request of the National President

National Second Vice President and Member, Executive Committee; 1977-1979


Represented the National President at several external events upon request as National Second Vice President and National Secretary.


Enforced the Constitution and Bylaws, stimulated organizational growth and fulfilled other leadership responsibilities for one of the Sorority’s operating units as Eastern Regional Director.

Co-Chair or Member of various national committees (Leadership Academy, Human Resources, Scholarship and Standards, Program Planning and Development and Information and Communications)

Developed an understanding of the internal and external-facing aspects of the Sorority through service as a co-chair or member of a number of standing national committees.

Legacy of LeadershipCOLLEGIATE CHAPTER SERVICEEpsilon Kappa Chapter, University of Memphis(formerly Memphis State University)• Corresponding Secretary*• Chair, Social Action Committee• Member, Scholarship Committee• Member, Membership Committee• Assistant Dean of Pledges*

ALUMNAE CHAPTER SERVICEJackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter• Golden Life Member

Westchester Alumnae Chapter• President*• Vice President*• Financial Secretary*• Leader of the Minerva Circle* (Westchester Alumnae & Pi Lambda)• Chair, Scholarship, Retreat, Rules of Order Committees • Co-Chair, Protocol and Traditions, 50th Anniversary Celebration Committees• Advisory Council, Pi Lambda Chapter• Member, most Standing Committees New York Metropolitan Coordinating Council• President* Dallas Alumnae Chapter• Member, International Awareness and Involvement, Frederica Chase Dodd Centennial Capital Campaign, Program Planning & Development and Collegiate Connection Committees • Chair, Strategic Planning Committee*Elected Positions

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NATIONAL DELTA SERVICE• National Secretary and Member, Executive Committee; 2017-present*• Member, Scholarship & Standards Committee; 1991-1995, 1977-1979*• National Second Vice President and Member, Executive Committee; 1977-1979*• Member, Board of Directors (formerly Executive Board); 2008-present, 2002-2004, 1997-2001, 1977-1979• Tri-Chair, National Founders Day Celebration; 2021• Co-chair, Leadership Academy; 2008-2017• Co-chair, Human Resources Committee; 2004-2006• Chair, Regional Restructuring Task Force; 2002-2004• Member, Program Planning and Development Committee; 1996-1997• Member, Information and Communications Committee; 1983-1991• Delta Dialogue Circle convener• Workshop or plenary presenter at ten national conventions

*Elected Positions

REGIONAL DELTA SERVICE• Regional Director, Eastern Region; 1997-2001*• Member, Southwest Region Leadership Team; 2009-Present• DID Facilitator; 2008-Present• Member, Eastern Region Leadership Team; 1990-1995, 1997-2009• Co-chair, Eastern Region E3 Leadership Development Program; 2005-2009• Co-Chair, Eastern Region Training Task Force; 2003-2005• Chair, Eastern Region Millennium Task Force; 2001-2003• Member, Eastern Region History Committee; 1990-1992• Co-chair, Evaluations Committee; 1991 Eastern Regional Conference• Member, Site Committee; 1989 Eastern Regional Conference• Member, Credentials Committee; 1986 Eastern Regional Conference• Membership Intake Trainer; 1991-2018 (Eastern and Southwest Regions)• Workshop Presenter for numerous regional conferences (1991, 1993, 1995, 1999, 2001, 2003, 2005, 2009, 2011, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020)

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Professional and Community Service

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE• Principal/Owner, Cooke-Holmes, LLC (Executive and Leadership Coaching, HR Consulting)• Director, Human Resources, PepsiCo, Inc., Plano, TX• Sr. Group Manager, Human Resources, PepsiCo, Inc., Plano, TX• Group Manager, Pepsi-Cola Company, Information Technology• Systems Consultant, Arthur Andersen & Co.• Affiliations: Society of Human Resource Management

COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE• WiNGS (Women in Need of Generous Support); Member, Board of Directors• The Werthing Ethos Foundation; Secretary and Member, Board of Directors• The Links, Incorporated, Plano North Metroplex Chapter; Chair, Internal Audit Committee: Member, Services to Youth Committee; Chair, Strategic Planning Committee; Financial Secretary; Member, Finance Committee, Membership Committee, Health and Human Services Committee• St. Luke United Methodist Church, Dallas, TX; Member, Sanctuary Choir• NAACP & NCNW; Life Member• Trinity United Methodist Church, White Plains, NY; Member, Board of Trustees; President, Choir, Chairperson of Finance• The Links, Inc., Westchester County; Member, Services to Youth Committee; Member, Membership Committee, Treasurer• Westchester Black Scholar’s Advisory Board; Board Member• Interracial Women’s Roundtable; Member• Graham-Windham School Advisory Board; Member

EDUCATION• Columbia University, MBA-Concentrations: Operations Management and Finance• Memphis State University (now University of Memphis), BS, Engineering Technology-Computer Systems Technology

HONORS AND AWARDS• Right Side Up Leadership Award, Pepsi-Cola Company• REACH Award, PepsiCo, Inc.• HR Excellence Awards, PepsiCo, Inc.• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Westchester Alumnae Chapter - Dynamic Delta Award• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Eastern Regional Conference Pearl Award• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., New York Alumnae Chapter – Jewel Award for Community Service

• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Southwest Region Shero Leadership Award• Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Medgar Evers College – Dr. Betty Shabazz Triumphant Spirit Award• Trinity United Methodist Church, White Plains, NY – Community Service Award• Outstanding Young Women of America• Two Keys to the City and Proclamation of Elsie Cooke-Holmes Day in the city of Jackson, TN

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By the Numbers

Elsie Cooke-HolmesELECT

FORNATIONAL FIRST VICE PRESIDENT

Website: ElectElsie.com

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