Effective August 1, 2006, Mr. Brian Tenclinger assumed the post of CEO and Executive Director. Mr. Tenclinger is the 13th individual, and 2nd non-Triangle, to take the helm of Triangle.

As Triangle’s Executive Director, Tenclinger serves as the organization’s CEO with responsibility for all areas of Fraternity operations, including expansion, membership growth, financial management, national meeting planning and educational resource development. In addition, Brian guides Triangle in implementing its aggressive strategic plan which calls for significant growth of the Fraternity and increased relevance to the fields of Engineering, Architecture and Science.

Tenclinger earned his bachelor’s degree in English and Secondary Education from Northern Illinois University and completed a master’s degree in Education Administration and Supervision at Northwest Missouri State University in 1993. As of January 2008, Tenclinger is a candidate for the doctorate in leadership and higher education administration from Capella University - he is currently researching and writing his dissertation.

While in graduate school at Northwest Missouri State University, Brian was a residence hall director, joined Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity, and served as a faculty advisor for an NIC-member fraternity.  After receiving his master’s degree, his student affairs career path has taken him to The Florida State University, Tulane University, Iowa State University, and Texas A&M University. In addition to his full-time work, Brian is also volunteers as a Chapter Counselor (advisor) for his own fraternity, Sigma Phi Epsilon, and as a national volunteer specialist for the Children’s Miracle Network. Tenclinger is an extensively published author and sought after presenter and keynote speaker.