30+ Years of Friendship, Mentorship, and Leadership: A Conversation with Cindy Menges and Bonnie Wunsch

This episode features Cindy Menges of Delta Zeta and Bonnie Wunsch of AEPhi sharing their lifelong leadership journeys, the challenges they faced as women in interfraternal spaces, and their impact on the fraternity and sorority community. They discuss the evolution of women’s roles, strategic leadership, and fostering connections that last a lifetime.Keywordsfraternity, sorority, women leadership, interfraternal, Delta Zeta, AEPhi, strategic planning, mentorship, leadership development, FEAKey TopicsWomen’s leadership in fraternities and sororitiesStrategic planning and professional development in interfraternal organizationsThe history and evolution of women’s roles in fraternity leadershipMentorship and legacy in the fraternity communityChallenges and opportunities for women in traditionally male-dominated spacesSound Bites"Leadership is about connection and authenticity.""Mentorship is the legacy that lasts a lifetime.""Courage at a young age can define a lifetime."Chapters00:00 Humorous Anecdotes and Shared Experiences00:05 Setting the Stage for Connection00:50 Capturing Stories and Impact01:29 Celebrating Achievements and Honors01:33 Introducing the Guests: Bonnie and Cindy03:08 Cindy's Perspective on the Old Guard07:08 Bonnie's Experience and Contributions16:54 The Journey of Commitment in the Field25:39 Strategic Planning and Professional Development32:15 Courage and Mentorship: Shaping Future Leaders32:27 NEWCHAPTER32:59 NEWCHAPTER_2ResourcesDelta Zeta Official Website - https://www.deltazeta.orgAEPhi Official Website - https://www.aephi.orgFraternity Executives Association (FEA) - https://www.fea.orgLeadership in Fraternities and Sororities (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Fraternities-Sororities-BookNational Hazing Prevention Week - https://www.hazingprevention.orgGuest linksLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindymengesLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonniewunschHost linkshttp://scottfussellcoaching.comhttp://marianncallais.com