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Board of Directors

The Beta Alpha Psi Board of Directors is comprised of esteemed financial information professionals and distinguished professors specializing in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, and Digital Technology. This dedicated team also includes the chair of our Professional Partners and two alumni representatives, selected from recent graduates who were actively engaged in Beta Alpha Psi chapters.

We are deeply grateful for the invaluable service and commitment of our Board members, whose collective expertise and passion significantly enhance our mission to empower and develop the next generation of business leaders. Their leadership and dedication ensure that Beta Alpha Psi continues to provide exceptional opportunities and support to our members.

Michael Brown

President

Dr. Connie McKnight, CPA

President-Elect

Dr. Raymond Elson, CPA/CITP, CGMA

Past-President

Dori Danko

Director of Administration

Paul Short, CPA

At-Large Director, Business, Technology & Analytics

Lindsay Patterson,
CIA, CPA

At-Large Director

Dr. Mehmet C. Kocakülah

Director of Global Activities

Sarah Jordan

Professional Partners Chair

Matt Kessler

Professional Partners Chair-Elect

Chapter Advocate

Appointment TBD

Alumni Advocate

Appointment TBD

Margaret Fiorentino

Executive Director

About Us

Founded in 1919, Beta Alpha Psi is an honors organization for financial information students and professionals. There are over 300 chapters on college and university campuses with over 390,000 members initiated since Beta Alpha Psi's formation. All Beta Alpha Psi chapters must be established at qualifying institutions with accredited business schools. We are not a fraternity or sorority but an honors organization.

2025 Annual Accomplishments

Read the 2025 Annual Accomplishments Report — a look back at Beta Alpha Psi’s milestones, achievements, and impact over the past year. Download the full report and view our financials ›

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Hear what our Professional Partners think about BAP!

As a Professional Partner, I value the way Beta Alpha Psi connects students with opportunities to grow academically and professionally. Like AGA, BAP offers scholarships, competitions, and free memberships that support education while linking students with professionals across government, academia, and nonprofit organizations. Seeing their growth through these opportunities is truly rewarding.

Meredith Newman
Membership Manager
AGA