FRATERNITY LEADERSHIP
EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Executive Board of Directors is the elected national leadership of Sigma Lambda Beta. Comprised of five board members and a Chairman, they are responsible for long term organization strategy, financial policies, and act with the best interest of the Fraternity in mind.
EXECUTIVE OFFICE
The Executive Office is comprised of Sigma Lambda Beta’s paid staff members. Our staff members handle the day-to-day business of the Fraternity. The Executive Office works with collegiate entities in their operations, offices of Fraternity and Sorority Life, and other stakeholders.
EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
JASON SMOLKA
National Chairman
Brother Jason "Maestro" Smolka, joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 12/21/2001 at our Omicron Chapter, at Iowa State University. Brother Smolka holds three degrees from Iowa State; a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering and a Master's in Systems Engineering. He also received his MBA from the University of Chicago in 2009. Professionally, Brother Smolka has been an engineer, entrepreneur, consultant and college administrator. He has spent time working for small start-ups and global Fortune 100 companies. Throughout his life Brother Smolka has lived in Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Texas, Ohio, and Wisconsin and still enjoys traveling and learning about new places and cultures on a regular basis. Today, Brother Smolka is proud to call the Chicagoland area home, where he lives with his wife and three school-age children.
MIGUEL AYALA
Board Member
Bio Coming Soon.
NATHAN BARRERA-BUNCH
Board Member
Bio Coming Soon.
TONY JACKSON
Board Member
Brother Tony Jackson(He/They) joined Sigma Lambda Beta on April 17, 2016, as a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Delta Delta chapter. As an undergraduate, he was looking for a brotherhood that would help him find community and a sense of belonging on such a large campus. During his undergraduate career, he held several positions, including Treasurer, Vice president-external, and his most accomplished position as President of the Multicultural Greek Council. He graduated in 2018 with a B.S. in Retailing & Consumer Behavior, and a B.A. in Spanish Language & Literature. Since graduation, he has continued being an active member of Sigma Lambda Beta holding positions such as Regional Director and Alumni Advisor for his chapter. In his position on the board, Brother Jackson hopes to continue fostering an accepting environment for undergraduates to find their place in Sigma Lambda Beta the way he was able to, as well as, create a sense of transparency for the brotherhood both Alumni and undergraduates, alike. He currently works in healthcare IT as an Implementation Project Manager, and resides in Southern California.
DANIEL MENDEZ
Board Member
Bio Coming Soon.
EDWIN MENDEZ-RODRIGUEZ
Board Member
Bio Coming Soon.
JAMES TERRONEZ
Board Member
Bio Coming Soon.
YAHIR CORONADO-HERRERA
Board Member (Undergraduate Representative)
Bio Coming Soon.
REGIONAL DIRECTORS
JOHN SERRANO
Southeast
Brother Johnny joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 11/16/2014 at Gamma Gamma Chapter, The University of Central Florida. As a student, Brother Johnny would go on to complete a BS in Sports & Exercise Science from The University of Central Florida. Professionally, Johnny is an Environmental Health Specialist at the Kennedy Space Center assisting with the protection and prevention of employees from health hazards. Johnny resides in Orlando with his wife.
JAVIER IBARRA
Southwest
Brother Javier Ibarra joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 4/18/2014 at the Xi Delta Chapter, Metropolitan State University of Denver. As a student, Brother Javier would go on to complete a B.S. in Business Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from Metropolitan State University of Denver. Professionally, Javier works for the Colorado State Department of Education as the Communications Manager. Javier lives in Denver with his two dogs and is currently engaged.
LUIS JARQUIN
West
Brother Luis Jarquin joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 12/09/2018 at the Kappa Beta Chapter, at the California State University, Long Beach. As a student, Brother Luis would go on to complete a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the California State University Long Beach. Professionally, Luis works as a Manufacturing Engineer for an international sealing components and service provider company with experience in Automotive and Aerospace fields, Luis resides in Santa Ana, CA. In Luis' free time, you can find him engaging in community service or at an Angels game!
JAMES TERRONEZ
Central
Brother James “Terrónez” Terronez joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 4/11/1996 at the Mighty Xi Chapter, University of Illinois at Chicago. As a student, Brother James would go on to complete a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from St. Ambrose University. Professionally, James works for Avient in West Chicago as a Production Scheduling Manager. He has 4 boys (1 legacy), 1 daughter (attending University of Illinois), and two granddaughters who reside in the Quad Cities. James resides in Woodstock, IL, with his fiancée and her son. In his spare time, he shoots pool, plays fastpitch softball, runs, lifts weights, and supports his favorite teams (Cubs, Bears and Bulls).
SANTIAGO GAYTON
East
Santiago became a brother in Spring 2003 at the Alpha Gamma Chapter (Grand Valley State University). He earned his Master of Arts (2009) in Education Administration and Leadership from the University of the Pacific and his Bachelor of Arts (2006) in Political Science from Grand Valley State University. After his career in Higher Education, he entered the Non-Profit world and currently serves as the Program Officer for the Steelcase Foundation. Santiago enjoys being involved in the West Michigan community, seeing live music, and all four seasons of the Midwest.
EDWIN O. MARTINEZ VELASQUEZ
Midwest
Brother Edwin joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 05/01/2010 at Omicron Chapter, at Iowa State University. As a student, Brother Edwin would go on to complete a B.S. in Computer Engineering from Iowa State University, and pursuing an M.S. in Human Computer Interaction from Iowa State University. Professionally, Edwin is a software engineer with experience in gaming and consulting spaces. Edwin resides in Des Moines, Iowa with his wife and two dogs.
AUSTIN RODILL
Northeast
Brother Austin Rodill joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 11/16/2013 at Omicron Alpha Chapter, The Pennsylvania State University. As a student, Brother Austin graduated with a BA in Political Science and a minor in Criminal Justice. Professionally, Austin is a Property Manager and oversees a high-rise apartment community and a commercial retail space. Brother Austin resides in Philadelphia, PA, with his dog, Luna. In Brother Austin's free time, you can catch him either at the Phillies game or at the shore.
ARICK ERECHAR
Northwest
Brother Arick joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 03/14/2015 at the Pi Gamma Chapter of Eastern Washington University. As a student, Brother Arick would go on to complete a BA in Sociology and an MPA from Eastern Washington University. Professionally, Arick works for a nonprofit where he facilitates two youth advocacy groups that work with homeless and foster youth. Arick resides in Cheney, WA with his wife and son.
JACOB VELOZ
South
Brother Jacob Veloz joined Sigma Lambda Beta on 05/06/2016 at the Epsilon Beta chapter, at Texas Tech University. As a student, Brother Jacob would go on to complete a B.A. in English from Texas Tech University, and obtain a J.D. from Oklahoma City University School of Law in May of 2023. Jacob resides between Norman, Oklahoma and Fort Worth, Texas.