Alumni Awards

2025 Recipients

Mark F. Jacobs, Delta Psi (Texas-Arlington)

Mark F. Jacobs was initiated on December 10, 1979. During his undergraduate years, Jacobs served as archon of the Delta Psi Chapter (Texas-Arlington). Graduating in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in finance, Jacobs went on to obtain a master’s degree in business administration from Butler University. Jacobs has led a successful career in finance and is currently president of Houston Capital Corporation.

Jacobs resides in Houston, Texas, and is committed to serving others and underserved communities. He has held numerous committee and board positions with the Houston Sports Authority, was a member of the Greater Houston Partnership Regional Economic Development Committee, served on the City of Houston Complete Communities Advisory Board, was a trustee of the Houston Grand Opera and was a board member of the Montrose Center.

Outside of his community, at the University of Alabama, he formerly served as chairperson of the Student Life Leadership Council, board member of the Student Administration Leadership Council and chairman of the Parent Advisory Council.

Jacobs currently holds leadership positions in the Houston Rodeo, the Houston Area Urban League, the National Urban League, the Houston Golf Association & First Tee and the Greater Houston Port Bureau.

In addition to his professional accomplishments and volunteerism, Jacobs has remained firmly committed to Pi Kappa Phi. A member of Nu Phi, Jacobs is an inductee of the 1992 class. He is a three-time Area Governor of the Year, receiving the award in 1985, 1989 and 1991. Additionally, in 2000, Jacobs was awarded a Merit Citation by the 47th Supreme Chapter for exceptionally meritorious service to Pi Kappa Phi.

At the national level, Jacobs has served the greater Fraternity in many capacities. He was president of the Executive Committee for Pi Kappa Phi Properties. From 2000 to 2012, Jacobs served six consecutive terms on the National Council, holding the offices of chaplain, historian, secretary, treasurer, vice president and national president. Currently, Jacobs is a Pi Kappa Phi Foundation Trustee.

“Mark has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to service, both within Pi Kappa Phi and throughout his professional and community endeavors,” said National President Joe Brady. “His dedication to advancing the Fraternity and uplifting underserved communities speaks to his character and passion for making a lasting difference. We are honored by his unwavering support and proud to recognize his remarkable contributions and impact.”

Jacobs is married to Shae Keefe Jacobs, a Kappa Delta from the University of South Florida and an attorney with Husch Blackwell. Their son, Landry, is an initiate of the Omicron Chapter (Alabama) residing in Indianapolis.

Please join Pi Kappa Phi in congratulating Mark F. Jacobs for being named the highest and most prestigious honor of the fraternity: Mr. Pi Kappa Phi.

David D. Morgan, Beta Omicron (Northwestern State)

David D. Morgan was initiated on March 14, 1970. During his undergraduate years, Morgan served as archon of the Beta Omicron Chapter (Northwestern State), president of the Interfraternity Council, was inducted into “Who’s Who Among College Students” and brought school spirit to life as Northwestern’s mascot, Vic the Demon.  

After graduating with a degree in business, Morgan began his career in the insurance industry. In 1981, he founded United Teacher Associates Inc., an insurance agency specializing in providing insurance benefits to members of large state retired teacher associations. Morgan purchased an insurance company three years later and started writing the association member insurance policies through the company. The renamed United Teacher Associates Insurance Company grew annual revenue to more than $200 million with 250 full-time employees and more than 3,000 agents across the company. In 1999, he sold United Teacher Associates to a Fortune 500 company. 

After a brief retirement, Morgan and his brother co-founded Association Member Benefits Advisors in 2001. AMBA provides a broad range of member benefits in 30 states to millions of association members with more than 300 full-time agents. AMBA was sold in 2016 to a private equity company. 

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Morgan has never wavered in his commitment to Pi Kappa Phi. A member of the Nu Phi Society, Morgan is an inductee of the 2006 class. Additionally, in the same year, he was inducted into the Pi Kappa Phi Hall of Fame for his accomplishments in the field of business. In 2019, he received a Merit Citation for exceptionally meritorious service to Pi Kappa Phi. 

At the national level, Morgan has served as a secretary on the Pi Kappa Phi Properties Executive Committee and currently serves as a Pi Kappa Phi Foundation trustee. Locally, he has served as the president and treasurer of the Beta Omicron Alumni Chapter and as president of the Beta Omicron Housing Corporation. 

As first-generation college students, David and Sherry Morgan remain committed to furthering educational opportunities for students. The David D. Morgan “Extra Mile” National Scholars Program seeks to recognize well-rounded undergraduate members of Pi Kappa Phi, encouraging them to excel in the classroom while sustaining their involvement within their chapter, on campus and in surrounding communities. At the core of the David D. Morgan “Extra Mile” National Scholars Program is the belief that if you work hard, apply your talents and go the “extra mile” in all you do, you will find success in life. In addition, the Morgans established the Pi Kappa Phi and Sigma Sigma Sigma First Generation Student Fund at Northwestern State University, which annually distributes scholarships to qualified members of their respective organizations.

“David’s legacy is not just defined by his incredible business acumen, but by his unwavering commitment to giving back and elevating others. His drive to create opportunities for future generations of students and leaders speaks to his core belief that success is measured by how far you’re willing to go for the betterment of others,” said Pi Kappa Phi National President Joe Brady. 

Please join Pi Kappa Phi in congratulating David D. Morgan for being named the highest and most prestigious honor of the fraternity: Mr. Pi Kappa Phi.