The D9 Leadership Blueprint

Transform Your Leadership. Honor Your Legacy. Strengthen Your Chapter.

The Problem

Being part of a Divine Nine fraternity or sorority doesn't automatically make you an effective leader, but it gives you an incredible platform to become one. You're juggling so much as a student leader: academics, chapter responsibilities, and leading other student organizations. You've got the passion and the letters, but there are those frustrating moments when it looks like everything and everyone are about to fall apart. Maybe you're struggling with conflict, watching your best frat brothers or sorors disengage, or watching your national program commitments not even get off the ground.

You're not alone. Even the most accomplished D9 members face these challenges.

The Solution

The D9 Leadership Blueprint is a practical guide to leading with intention, building stronger relationships, and creating lasting impact in your chapter and beyond. Drawing from over 20 years of experience and extensive leadership research, author Eddie Francis provides a framework specifically designed for Divine Nine leaders, whether you hold a title or not.

What You'll Learn

Personal Leadership: Discover why self-awareness is the "leadership first commandment."

Ubuntu Philosophy: Explore the African principle of "I am because we are" and learn how interconnectedness drives brotherhood and sisterhood that makes a difference.

Followership Fundamentals: Motivate your chapter to lean into their "follower power," and identify your follower type to learn how to lead powerfully.

The Gumbo Theory: Using the perfect Louisiana metaphor, discover how you're the ingredient that strengthens your chapter to create something extraordinary.

Practical Application: Get both theory and real-world examples, discussion questions, and actionable strategies you can implement immediately in your chapter.

Who This Book Is For

• Undergraduate Members seeking to maximize their fraternity or sorority experience
• Chapter Officers looking for proven frameworks to strengthen their leadership
• New Members wanting to start their journey with a solid leadership foundation
• Student Affairs Professionals supporting D9 organizations on their campuses
• Alumni Advisors mentoring the next generation of D9 leaders
• Graduate/Alumni Chapter Members committed to continuous leadership development

Your Leadership Journey Starts Here

The power of the D9 lies in the personal leadership of each member. Every time you step up, you honor those who came before you. Every time you practice Ubuntu, you lay the foundation for the next generation.

About the Author

A 1989 Divine Nine initiate, Eddie Francis is a former college chapter president who turned his early leadership struggles into decades of expertise. With a master's degree in strategic leadership from Tennessee State University and extensive professional leadership experience, Eddie brings academic rigor, real-world experience, and "D9 Old Head Wisdom" to this essential guide.