Phi Delta Theta - DePauw University

p. 2 The DePauw Phi Tom Bridges '82 Recalls the Beginning of His Professional Success at DePauw T om Bridges '82 has made a name for himself in the world of finance. His success is an inspira- tion to the undergraduates and recent alumni of In- diana Zeta and they are seeking him out for job and networking advice. Network connections are just one of the many benefits to Fraternity life and cer- tainly part of the Phi Delta Theta brotherhood. "I make it a point to be available when undergradu- ates are trying to connect with me. That type of zeal in the field will benefit them tremendously." He ad- vises young Indiana Zetas to "follow your passion and your dedication will set you on a path to success." Tom's influential role in the finance industry has allowed him to facilitate connections for his brothers, mostly in the Chicago area. "I am honored that these young men seek me out for advice and am glad I have the opportunity to help my brothers." Tom always knew that finance was in his future and attributes the origin of his interest to his father's passion for business. In 2003, Tom and three other colleagues founded the wealth management firm known as Geneva Advisors. The company soared in the 15 years of their ownership from six employees to 105 employees and $400 million to $8.7 billion in assets under management. "That would have to be one of my proudest moments, starting something I was passionate about and building a company that had a culture I was honored to be a part of. I can honestly say we took care of our people and had a great run for 15 years." Geneva Advisors was acquired in September 2017 and Tom became the Managing Director/Head of Wealth Management at CIBC Atlantic Trust in Chicago. DePauw University holds a special place for the family. Tom graduated from DePauw with a bachelor's degree in economics and business in 1983. He married his wife, Cynthia Treadwell, in 1984. Cynthia is an alumna of Delta Gamma at DePauw. They raised two daughters, Shelby and Lauren. Shelby also attended DePauw, graduating in 2012 as a Kappa, and married Brian Spector '09. Tom reflects on the camaraderie he enjoyed as an Indiana Zeta undergradu- ate. "We had a fabulous courtyard in the middle of the Chapter House; it was one of a kind. We used that space for many social events and house dances. It was a great place to congregate and we all spent much of our free time there." Indiana Zeta's diversity was unique as far as other fraternities, in that our members included the quarterback of the football team as well as the student body president of DePauw. Tom has been given the opportunity to be a part of Phi Delta Theta on a larger scale. "I am still involved as an alumnus and acting as the invest- ment manager for the Mitchell Fund. The fund supports the publishing and distribution of The Scroll for Phi Delta Theta National." In addition to his collaboration with the Phi Delta Theta home office in Oxford, Ohio, Tom still finds time to fit in family time, travel and tennis. But one of his more serious physical commitments is cycling. He participates in two century rides each summer—that's 100 miles per ride! To connect with Tom you can email him at tom.bridges@cibcatlantictrust.com. John E. Olcott '47 passed on to Chapter Grand July 14, 2017, at the age of 92. He was born in Richmond, Ind., and was the son of the late Ells- worth 1916 and Lucile Nusbaum Olcott. He was employed as a safety engineer for the DuPont Chambers Works Deepwater, where he retired in 1986 following 30 years of service. He was an active member of the Trinity United Method- ist Church, Pennsville, for over 50 years, where he taught Sunday School for 47 years and sang in the choir. He also volunteered for the Penns- ville Midget Football League, Meals on Wheels, Pennsville Little League, and Ranch Hope. He loved cruises, visiting family, and was always telling jokes. John is survived by his children, Randi Paul and husband Albert, Kimbra Myers and husband James, and Bradley Olcott and wife Rachael; six grandchildren; four great-grand- children; and brother Tom '53. He was prede- ceased by his wife, Lucille, and brother, Richard. George B. Fromhold '63 passed on to Chapter Grand on August 19, 2017, following an extend- ed period of declining health that was complicat- ed by effects of Parkinson's. Through the efforts of his family and a wonderful team of caregiv- ers, he was able to stay in his home, looking out at Sanford Lake, until the end. George was born February 9, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Mary Edith Fromhold and George J. Fromhold. He graduated from DePauw University with a degree in physics, completed a year of gradu- ate work in physics at Northwestern University, and went on to complete his MBA at Carnegie Mellon. George joined the Special Assignments Program at Dow Chemical in 1966. His long ca- reer at Dow included various roles such as re- search specialist, research supervisor, economic planner, business analyst, planning advisor, and finance leader for the Styrenics and Engineer- ing Products business group. Throughout his 36 years of service at Dow, George was known for his high professional standards and integrity. He was preceded in death by both of his parents and his younger brother, John Fromhold. He leaves his wife of 52 years, Janet Fromhold; his chil- dren, Karen Fromhold, and her wife, Jeanne Comouche, and their son, Aiden, Mark and Lisa Fromhold and their daughter, Kayla, and David Fromhold; and his sister, Mary Oberhelman. C H A P T E R G R A N D Alumni, Let Us Hear from You! S hare your personal, professional, and family news with us and we'll print it in the alumni news section of The DePauw Phi! Just jot down a few words about yourself on the enclosed alumni update request and send it back to us. You can also email Chris Johnston '83 at cl.joshston@yahoo.com. We hope to hear from you soon!

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