
The NACAS South Region Welcomes You
As the southern region of NACAS, composed of 12 U.S. states and Puerto Rico, we support the mission of our National Association by offering extended, accessible, and regionally-relevant value to our members through a suite of programs designed to foster professional development, facilitate a cherished network of colleagues, and cultivate collaboration. In NACAS South, you have a wonderful opportunity to nurture high-return relationships, enjoy intimate interactions, and develop your leadership skills. We’re excited to show the amazing experiences we have in store for you!
Select an option below:
- President's Welcome
- Benefits
- CX Conference
- Volunteer
- Business Partners
- Board of Directors
- Awards & Scholarships
- Resources
Membership Benefits
Delivering enviable education, exchanges, and experiences
NACAS taps into its robust network of subject matter experts to produce superior professional development programs that will train you on the latest practices, strategies, and models to positively transform campus experiences. From webinars and virtual roundtables to the NACAS Marketplace and the Lounge, you will always find the right resources to fit your needs.
Looking to connect on a more localized level? Your NACAS membership connects you to your region, which hosts networking and education on an annual basis.
Your group membership allows any employee of a member institution or business partner organization can access NACAS online benefits, member rates, or free access to professional development opportunities.
Accelerating Auxiliary Services to Drive Student Success
The NACAS South CX conference provides the premier exchange of campus-centric ideas, solutions, and connections to your regional area. Designed and delivered by your own professional peers, this event gives you the best opportunity to isolate your needs and nurture your relationships. At South CX, you can easily seek out other campus service leaders that have similar interests, requirements, and visions for how to empower campus communities.
Save the Date for NACAS South CX 2027
The 2027 NACAS South CX will take place April 25-28 in Clearwater, FL. Visit the South CX page to learn more!
Volunteer
One of the most important factors in the success of our region is the participation and involvement of our membership. Without it, we couldn’t function. There are endless opportunities for involvement. Committee and volunteer opportunities include: Membership, Constitution & Bylaws, Nominations, and South CX Annual Conference & Expo.
Business Partners
NACAS is a professional trade association that supports the non-academic segment of higher education responsible for generating business through a diverse array of campus services that students need and value – such as food services, bookstores, housing, and transportation. NACAS South is comprised of a 12-state region of the U.S., from Texas to Florida and as far north as Kentucky, and also Puerto Rico. Membership in NACAS South offers business partners numerous advantages to reach the higher education market, which generates more than $39 billion dollars annually from campus services. We’d love to share with you the many opportunities you have to build your brand on the many campuses located in NACAS South!
Policy Documents
Board Minutes
- July 28, 2024
- June 20, 2024
- May 16, 2024
- February 15, 2024
- November 16, 2023
- August 17, 2023
- July 20, 2023
- June 8, 2023
- May 18, 2023
Annual Business Meeting Action Items
2024Awards & Scholarships
NACAS South is committed to helping members of the South Region take advantage of awards and scholarships. This is one way the region can give back and support the membership initiatives of the Association.
The 2026 award nomination deadline is March 13.
NACAS South Board of Directors
Robin Parker
PRESIDENT
Director of Communication Services
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
Michael Murphy, M.Ed.
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
Director of Campus Services and Dining
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
Bryan Varin
PRESIDENT - ELECT
Senior Director of Auxiliary Support Services
University of Georgia
Athens, GA
Gregory Bryant
VICE PRESIDENT
Deputy Chief Operating Officer and Associate Vice Chancellor of Operations
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC
Brittany Randall, MPA, FCCM
Secretary
Director, Contracts and Administration
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL
Traci Brown
TREASURE (INCUMBANT)
Assistant Vice President, Student Union Business Affairs,
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma City, OK
Richard Owens
REGIONAL CONFERENCE COORDINATOR
Director Conference and Event Services UNT Division of Student Affairs
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
Adam Barnes
CONFERENCE COORDINATOR (INCUMBANT)
Assistant Director Events and Conference Services
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma City, OK
Deborah Huebler, CASP
MEMBERSHIP AND AWARDS COORDINATOR
Associate Vice President of Campus Auxiliary Services
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
Bill Cox, CASP
SOUTH REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE
Associate Director, Facilities Management
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
Roger Harvey
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Executive Director of Auxiliary Services
Lone Star College
The Woodlands, TX
Jamal Featherstone, M.S.
COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA COORDINATOR
Director of Marketing & Communications for Campus Enterprises
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Greensboro, NC
NACAS South State Directors
Nancy Santiago
FLORDIA
Director of Auxiliary Services
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
Neil McMillion
ALABAMA
Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL
Amanda Hough
TENNESSEE
Director, Vol Dining
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
Connie Davis
LOUISIANA
Associate Vice President
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
Kamesha Hill
MISSISSIPPI
Director, Auxiliary Enterprises
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS
Zane Reif
TEXAS
Associate Vice President for Campus Services
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX
Ashleigh Parr
SOUTH CAROLINA
Director of Campus Services
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
Vacant
OKLAHOMA
Vacant
KENTUCKY
Vacant
ARKANSAS
Regional Rising Star Award
This award focuses on a documented successful career of an up-and-coming individual or central management organization in the area of auxiliary services who is known for their innovative, meaningful contribution to the improvement of their profession and to the efficiency of their institution.
Award winner will receive a complimentary registration to the 2027 NACAS South CX. (This does not include hotel and flight)
Regional Volunteer of the Year Award
This award recognizes members who have demonstrated exceptional volunteer work, at the regional level, that supports the NACAS mission. Nominees for this award should be individuals that have reached out to meet others in the organization, demonstrated exceptional work as a NACAS volunteer, unselfishly worked with others to improve the Association and its mission, and/or performed services or tasks that are not part of their normal assignments..
Lifetime Achievement Award
First-Time Conference Attendee Scholarship
This scholarship offers funding for attendance at the annual NACAS South Conference for selected FIRST-TIME ATTENDEES. Applications are only accepted from employees of colleges or universities that are in the NACAS South region.
Award winner will receive a complimentary registration to the 2027 NACAS South CX. (This does not include hotel and flight)
NACAS South Graduate Student & New Professionals Scholarship
This scholarship offers funding for two NACAS South members, a graduate student and a new professional, to be selected to attend the annual NACAS South Conference. Applications are only accepted from employees of colleges or universities that are in the NACAS South region.
Award winners will receive a complimentary registration to the 2027 NACAS South CX. (This does not include hotel and flight)
Outstanding Collaboration/Partnership Award
- Two or more universities/college
- Departments or various units within a University or College
- University departments and students
- University and business partner or other relevant combination








