Zeta Epsalon-3-SPR-75

Phi Mu Nu Charter Member

1st Chapter Vice Basileus

Jesse Gant  entered college 'Indiana University' after serving in the US. Navy serving in Vietnam in 1973-74. He studied Criminal Justice. He pledged Omega Psi Phi Fraternity in the spring of !975 with three other men  Robert Davis, Clyde Woodley and Ronald Phelps. Class Name Four Links of Love. After Leaving IU. Mr. Gant worked at a Mental Health State Hospital  in Houston Texas, leaving there to work in a Boot camp for troubled boys and a Probation Officer  in Atlanta Ga. Moving back to Indianapolis Mr. Gant was a Shift Supervisor for the Marion County Juvenile Center for 11 years. Leaving there he became another Boot Camp Officer in Tempe Az. After four years there he returned to Indianapolis becoming Chief of Security at a Early Release Center for former inmates leaving prison to return to society. He then became a Deputy Sheriff for eight years. He is currently finishing his 30th year as a School Police Officer. Upon returning to Indianapolis, Mr. Gant was active with the Zeta PHI Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. When seeing that the Fraternity needed to grow, he and eight other Brothers embarked upon starting another Chapter to help serve an outlaying area of our city, creating the Phi Mu Nu Chapter. Mr. Gant is currently serving as one of the Founding members and Vice Basileus of the Chapter.

Bro. James W. Officer was born October 10, 1969 in Indianapolis, IN to James W. and Lillian D. Officer. James’s formative years were spent in Indianapolis closely connected to his extended family. He enjoyed roller skating and football. James graduated from Arlington High School in 1988 and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautics Technology and master’s degree in Public Administration from Indiana State University. Also, while at Indiana State University, James participated on the Sycamores football team and on April 17, 1990 was initiated to the Thundering Chi Sigma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

James’s career has been spent in leading, coaching, and developing people in a variety of roles and industries. In 2014, James founded DashMasters, a personal and professional development company. Since then, James has authored 2 books and has spoken to thousands on stages across America…including the Ted Talk stage in 2017. Currently, James is the Chief Operating Officer for LEL Home Services, a provider of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Service to Omega:

Basilieus Chi Sigma Chapter 1990-1992

NPHC Chair Zeta Phi 2007-2009

MSP Chair Zeta Phi 2011-2013

Vice Basilieus Zeta Phi 2013-2015

Basilieus Nu Alpha Alpha 2017-2018

Founding Basilieus Phi Mu Nu 2018-2019

10th District Reclamation and

Retention Chair 2019-

A native to Troy, OH, Brother Ford graduated from the local Troy High School. He joined the United States Navy and served six years achieving the rank of Fire Control Petty Officer, Third Class with the Surface Warfare designation. Brother Ford served with distinction earning two Meritorious Unit Citations and two Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals. After his naval service, Brother Ford migrated back to his roots in Ohio where he started to build his career in sales and management. Brother Ford eventually earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and his Master of Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University. Brother Ford coached Middle School and High School Track and Field and served as a licensed sports official for more than 15 years.

Brother Ford was initiated at Zeta Phi chapter in Indianapolis, IN on June 29, 2012. Brother Ford has the privilege of having initiated five of the remaining eight Charter Members of Phi Mu Nu. He was elected the first Keeper of Finance of the Phi Mu Nu chapter and served two terms. Brother Ford has served the Fraternity enthusiastically since his initiation. His passion for the Brotherhood of Omega began in 1983 when he and two friends pledged that their ultimate goal would be to eventually go to college and join the illustrious Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. This drive and determination is evident in every encounter.

Jason E Streeter:

• Zeta Phi-3-FA 12
• Phi Mu Nu Charter Member
• Assistant keeoer of Finance
• Achievement Week Comitee
• Daughther Jala Streeter
• Omega Chapter 8-22-2018

Degrees and Memberships:

Degrees and Memberships:

•  Masters Degree in Accounting

•  CPA-Certified Public Accounting

•  INCPAS-Institute of Managerial
  Accounting

•  NABA- National Association of Black
  Accountants

•  NMBAA- National black MBA
  Association

•  GFOA-Government Financial
  Officers Association

•  Member of NAACP

•  Member of Anderson, Indiana Black
  Expo

Career:

•  Professor IVY Tech Community
  College

•  Musician

•  Deputy Controller City of Anderson
   2014 (First African American to 

   Serve)

•  Deputy Controller City of Lawerence

   2016, (First African American to
  Serve)

Bro. Veaon A. Shelton, Initiated into Zeta Phi chapter Located in Indianapolis IN. Initiation Date December 22, 2012 / 5:22am.  Bro. Veaon was the TAIL / Rock on a line of four.  Clint Golden, Rod Grays, Jason Streeter, Veaon Shelton (4.M.T.I).  Dean was Rocky Harvey, ADP Rondre Smith. Bro. Veaon was born and raised in Indianapolis In. He was the youngest son of two from his father. The second oldest of 4 from his mother. Bro. Veaon attended Arsenal Technical High School and was a decorated football player. Bro. Veaon went on to play College Football in New York and earned a Scholarship.  Bro. Veaon was also a decorated college football player, starting all for years. He was also the first of his parent’s children to graduate college. In 2012 he decided to leave corporate America and become a full time entrepreneur. 

From 2012 to 2018 Veaon served in various positions in Zeta Phi, learning the ways of the Fraternity. Bro. Veaon served in the following roles.

• Served as “Keeper Of Peace” NEO Year

• Served as the NPHC Chair from 2012-14

• Served as the Circle City Classic Tail Gate Chair 2015-16, including participation of the Greek alumni chapters in the city. Creating the largest numbers in attendance historically. Even rivaling the all Greek Cookout in June.

• Served as the William E. Baugh B Que Chair 2016

• Served as Achievement Week Chair from 2014-17, earning well over 10k profit in years combined. Being the first committee char to turn a profit in documented years. 

• Served as the Assistant MSP Chair 2015-16

• Dean 4 lines, Spr 15, Sum 15, FA 15, FA 17

• Various other endeavors not listed

Brother Brandon was initiated at Zeta Phi chapter in Indianapolis, IN on March 28, 2015. He was elected the first KRS of the Phi Mu Nu chapter.

He was born in Chicago. IL in 1966. He graduated from Percy L. Julian High School. He we to Indiana State University on an Athlete scholarship. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing.

Brother Brandon coached Middle School football for 15 years in the Indianapolis

Vaughn Keith Taylor was born September 5, 1968 in Tyler, Texas. He was born to late Patricia Ann Taylor and Calvin Taylor. Vaughn but called Keith by his family and close friends graduated from John Tyler High School. He was a two year letterman in track and football.

Vaughn was also vice president of his senior class. He was also active in the science club, Latin club and student body council. Vaughn attended Baylor University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree while majoring in journalism and English literature. Vaughn attempted to walk on with the Baylor football program for two years, but a knee injury ended those hopes. While at Baylor Vaughn was President of the Baylor Association of Black Students (ABS). He was also a founding member of the Heavenly Voices gospel choir and was he active in the university’s adopt a school program while President of ABS. He helped ABS to get involved in the “Deal A Meal” program, which provided meals to the elderly that are homebound. While at Baylor Vaughn wrote for the school newspaper “The Lariat”and the school yearbook. During Vaughn’s tenure as president of ABS, they endowed a scholarship to assist other students of color with tuition.

Vaughn moved to Indianapolis in 1994 and married his college sweetheart, Laurie Williams. They have four children. When his kids were young and involved in Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), Vaughn was an active football and track coach. Vaughn has been quite active in local politics and worked on a national election campaign. Vaughn spent 20 years working in the financial services industry but he believes that his real passion lies in the political arena.

Vaughn became a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. in the Spring of 2015 through the Zeta Phi chapter. He along with 5 other Auspici