About

Genuinely, Committed to achieving excellence and producing exceptional Results” 

The Gulf Coast Region of Iota Phi Theta® Fraternity, Inc. proudly represents brothers who are deeply dedicated to community service, leadership, and academic achievement. Initially, the region included Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas. Due to rapid growth, the Gulf Coast Region underwent restructuring in 2001, splitting into the Gulf Coast Region (covering Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi) and the Southern Region (now Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas).

In 2003, following the dissolution of the Southeast Region (formerly Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina), South Carolina was integrated into the Gulf Coast Region, alongside the Bahamas. This expansion established the Gulf Coast Region as one of the most historic and influential regions within Iota Phi Theta® Fraternity, Inc.

Today, the Gulf Coast Region encompasses around 30 undergraduate chapters and 9 alumni chapters dedicated to upholding the fraternity’s values of excellence and leadership.

Gulf Coast Region Leadership and Influence on the Grand Council

The Gulf Coast Region has consistently nurtured leaders who advance the fraternity’s mission at the international level. Prominent figures include:

  • Bro. Daryle L. Swatzie – Former Regional Polaris (1996-2001) and International Grand Treasurer
  • Bro. Joseph L. Little – Former Regional Polaris (2001-2009), Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors
  • Bro. Karl A. Roberts, Sr. – Former Regional Polaris (2009-2013) and National Director of Military Affairs
  • Bro. Christopher Greggs – Current Regional Board of Directors’ Representative, former International Grand Executive Secretary
  • Bro. Jerry Johnson – Immediate Past Regional Polaris (2017-2021)
  • Bro. Anthony Harden – 23rd International Grand Treasurer

Other influential Gulf Coast leaders include Bro. David Odige, Bro. Louis Valsaint, Bro. Ben Izeh, Bro. Michael Robinson, Bro. Esset Tate, Bro. Sir Arthur Edwards, Bro. Brian Johnson, Bro. Carlos Maury, Bro. Omory Rowe, and Bro. Justin Stephens.

Gulf Coast Region Motto

“We are brothers steadfast in exuding excellence and scholastic achievement, superior in leadership, and resolute in providing service to our communities.”

The Gulf Coast Region of Iota Phi Theta® Fraternity, Inc. remains a cornerstone of strength and excellence, inspiring others through its unwavering dedication to fraternity principles and community impact.