National History

Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. is the first Greek-lettered sorority established by African American businesswomen. Founded in Chicago, Illinois on June 1, 1929, by Lola M. Parker, the organization is a national sisterhood of qualified and professional women focused on inspiring, fostering and assisting those engaged in business vocations. Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. strives to promote increased in business vocations among high school and college young women, encourage the development of personal and professional goals, and establish and promote civic and social service activities for youth and adults.

Lola M. Parker, Founder

Chapter History

The Elite Eta Delta Chapter was chartered on December 28, 2024, by 10 Emerald Women. The event was held at Donna Liggins Recreation Center, in the heart of Tucson, Arizona. The program was led by Far Western Regional Director, Carolyn Bell and each member was escorted by Far Western Region Treasurer and Emerald Princess, Pamela Paige. National President, Charlotte D. Berry led the charge to the chapter. Immediately after the charter, Eta Delta welcomed a new Soror into the organization and installed the inaugural officers.

Eta Delta was able to hold their first official order of business during the celebration, and appointment their inaugural sergeant at arms. It was a once in a lifetime experience for the members of Eta Delta to be now and forevermore a legacy in the history of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.

Located in Tucson, Arizona it is our mission to foster business and professional development in the Southern Arizona community. At Eta Delta, we seek to build an emerald sisterhood, community partnerships, scholarship, civic and humanity service.

Charter Members

From left to right - Front Row: Lakiesha Cooper, Cierra Conerly-Sims, Jennifer O’Neill; Back Row: Melinda Cobb, Keyera Williams, Kelie Thomas, Felicia Johnson, Sherrell Davis-Cordai, Dr. Minina Johnson, and NaTyshca Pickett (not pictured).

Meet Our Chapter Members

  • Cierra Conerly-Sims

    PRESIDENT

  • Lakiesha Cooper

    FIRST VICE PRESIDENT

  • Jennifer O'Neill

    Jennifer O'Neill

    SECOND VICE PRESIDENT

  • Dr. Minina Johnson

    CHAPTER SECRETARY

  • Sherrell Cordai

    FINANCIAL SECRETARY

  • Kelie Thomas

    TREASURER

  • NaTyshca Pickett

    CO-JOURNALIST & HISTORIAN

  • Keyera Williams

    CO-JOURNALIST & HISTORIAN

  • Melinda Cobb

    DEAN OF INTAKE

  • Felicia Johnson

    SERGEANT AT ARMS