Nominating Committee

Kelly was initiated at the Alpha Chi Chapter at the University of William & Mary. She holds a bachelor’s degree in classical studies. Professionally, she is a faculty member and administrator at George Mason University. In her more than 30 years of volunteering for Gamma Phi Beta, she has served in a variety of roles, including chapter advisor, Nominating Committee (NC) member, International Vice President, and Risk & Policy Team Leader.  A life-long Virginian, Kelly resides in Arlington with her husband, Sebastian and son, Brady. 

Megan Juffer Buffington was initiated at Kappa Chapter at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in strategic communication. 
 
She began her service to Gamma Phi Beta as a collegiate leadership consultant (CLC), then went on to volunteer in several roles including Sorority coordinator of collegiate resources, regional coordinator of recruitment, special recruitment consultant and new member education advisor. Her recent participation in The Clara Project (TCP) inspired her to pursue elected service on the Nominating Committee. 
 
Professionally, Megan has more than 15 years of experience in the events industry and currently leads large-scale global event programs at Zoom. 
 
She lives in Mason City, Iowa, with her husband Jason and their dog Zoey. 

Joell Posey Grager was initiated at Gamma Phi Beta Chapter at the Zeta Theta Chapter at Pepperdine University. She earned her bachelor's degree in journalism and master's degree in mass communications from California State University, Northridge, before completing a Master of Fine Arts in film at the American Film Institute Conservatory. 

Joell has built a career in film and television post-production, journalism and communications, with editorial credits including Netflix's “The Lincoln Lawyer” and Peacock's “Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback.” 

A lifelong advocate for service, Joell served as the Northwest spokesperson for Autism Speaks and has dedicated countless volunteer hours to fundraising and community outreach for the Children's Miracle Network. She has also volunteered with Ronald McDonald House Charities and Amnesty International and served on the board of the Children's Cerebral Palsy Movement. During her years with the Miss America Organization as Miss Pasadena 2014, Miss Hollywood 2015 and Miss Seattle 2016, she championed disability awareness and children's health initiatives. She even founded the Seattle International Fashion Film Festival, combining filmmaking with fundraising for Seattle Children's Hospital. 

Joell lives in Georgia with her husband and young daughter, where they operate a creative business serving the film and television industry. 

With over 50 years of Sorority membership and close to 40 years of volunteering, Dr. Judy E. Graham truly represents sisterhood for a lifetime! Judy was initiated at Psi Chapter at the University of Oklahoma, Norman. She has served as a vice president on International Council (2020-24). Over a lifetime, she has served through a variety of roles, including on Nominating Committee (NC), as Foundation trustee, international philanthropy chair, international camping chair, endowment loan board member, Facilities Management Company (FMC) Board of Managers, chair of the Audit and Finance Committee, as a member of the first Clara Project leadership class, a presenter for the inaugural Confident Women of Character webinar series, on the Foundation public relations committee and the Foundation grants in aid committee. Judy has been a multi-year Foundation Gives Day Ambassador, 1874 Society, as well as a Tau Epsilon Pi Society and Helen M. Dodge Society Order donor. She has served on the Ritual and History Committee, Belonging Inclusion Committee, collegiate Affiliated House Corporation (AHC) Board and Ritual Advisor for two chapters, regional ritual liaison for South 1 and 2 and Midwest 3 and a Convention ritual chair. Additionally, she worked at the Sorority’s former international philanthropy, Camp Sechelt, British Columbia, Canada, where she served as camp director and counselor for four summers. Judy was awarded the Service Award and Loyalty Award. She was named Alumnae of the Year for the Dallas Alumnae Chapter. In 2026, the Dallas Panhellenic named her a “Woman of Distinction.” 

She holds four degrees, including a bachelor’s degree, two master’s degrees and a Ph.D. Judy has a unique background in both nonprofit management and business. She has 25 years of experience in behavioral health and is a retired licensed clinical social worker and former nonprofit executive director, clinical director, development director and program director. Judy was an account manager for 17 years at the international pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly. At Eli Lilly, Judy was responsible for presenting scientific research and negotiating contracts with commercial health plans, hospitals, 340B institutions and state Medicaid. She currently works as a consultant and content expert/grant reviewer for the U.S. Department for Health and Human Services. 

Judy resides in Dallas, Texas, with her husband Neal Cullum Griffith. Judy is active in the Dallas Alumnae Chapter and Highland Park United Methodist church, where she helps lead the church’s social justice initiates and the North Texas Cancer Support Community. She enjoys reading and the GPhiB Dallas Book Club, tai chi, qigong, meditation, genealogy and rooting for the University of Oklahoma football and softball teams. 

Laura was initiated into the Alpha Alpha Chapter at the University of Toronto, where she earned an Honours Bachelor of Science. She also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from the TMU School of Occupational and Public Health. Professionally, Laura leads the stakeholder relations team at a Canadian public sector pension plan. Previously, she held senior policy and operations roles with the Government of Ontario, advising cabinet ministers on policy, communications and stakeholder engagement. Laura has volunteered for over 20 years with Gamma Phi Beta in a variety of roles, including regional coordinator, facilitation team member, financial advisor and risk and policy specialist. She currently serves as the chapter advisor for the Delta Mu Chapter at Rutgers University and as president of the Toronto Alumnae Chapter. 

In addition to Gamma Phi Beta, Laura serves as a Director with the Canadian Institute for Safety, Wellness and Performance and volunteers with Camp BUCKO, a charitable residential camp supporting young burn survivors in Ontario. 

Lola graduated with a degree in economics and government from William & Mary where she joined the Alpha Chi Chapter.  She received a law degree from Penn State University and has worked as a local government attorney for over 21 years throughout Virginia. She currently holds the position of county attorney in Surry, Virginia. Lola joins the Nominating Committee (NC) after serving as advisor at her initiating chapter for the past 15 years. She began volunteering with Gamma Phi Beta through officer positions with the Richmond, Virginia Alumnae Chapter. Lola resides in Williamsburg, Virginia, with her husband, Brad, and kitties, Penelope, Desmond and Simon. 

Amber Flores is a Wichita Falls-based communications professional and nonprofit leader with more than 13 years of experience in marketing, fund development and strategic communications. As account executive at Hoegger Communications, she leads strategy and client relations, directing integrated campaigns and translating organizational goals into clear, mission-driven messaging. She brings the same dedication to her volunteer leadership, serving as board president of the Arc of Wichita County and holding past leadership roles with Gamma Phi Beta, where she has focused on governance, fund development and donor and community engagement. Amber holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing with a mass communications minor from Midwestern State University. She has been married to her college sweetheart, Carlos, for 18 years and is a proud mother to daughter, Stella, and son, Sebastian. Outside of work and volunteering, Amber is an avid gardener and reader who cherishes time spent with her family at their place on Possum Kingdom Lake. 

Angela Edwards Waller has exemplified a lifelong commitment to leadership, service, and the values of Gamma Phi Beta since her initiation in 1988 at the Beta Tau Chapter at Texas Tech University. A member of the Toledo Alumnae Chapter in Toledo, Ohio, Angela has continued to make meaningful contributions to Gamma Phi Beta through decades of mentorship, collegiate support and alumnae engagement. 

Angela currently serves as chapter advisor for the Epsilon Tau Chapter at the University of Rochester, a position she has held since 2025. From 2022-25, she served as a collegiate chapter supervisor, providing guidance and support to collegiate chapters and their members. She previously served as chapter advisor for the Beta Gamma Chapter at Bowling Green State University. Across these leadership roles, Angela has been a steadfast mentor and advocate for collegiate members, helping foster strong chapter communities and encouraging members to embrace the opportunities and traditions of Gamma Phi Beta. 

Angela’s professional career reflects a diverse and accomplished background in human resources and supply chain management, with more than 20 years of experience in these fields. More recently, she has brought her expertise and passion for education to higher education, where she teaches a variety of courses in English and Russian literature. Her professional journey reflects her adaptability, commitment to lifelong learning and dedication to helping others achieve their potential. 

Community service has also been a defining part of Angela’s life. With Habitat for Humanity of Hancock County, she served in public relations from 2022-26 and now contributes through Family Services. She has been a member of Moose International since 2018 and has served on its Funeral Committee since 2020. Angela also served Altrusa International of Findlay, Ohio, as scholarship chairman and a board member from 2019-24, supporting educational opportunities and community initiatives. 

Across her professional career, volunteer service and Gamma Phi Beta involvement, Angela has consistently demonstrated a commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others. Her leadership is characterized by compassion, dependability and a willingness to serve wherever she is needed. Through her mentorship of collegiate members, dedication to her community and enduring commitment to Gamma Phi Beta, Angela continues to embody the ideals of sisterhood, service and leadership