WELCOME TO PHOENIX 87TH GRAND CHAPTER MEETING
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LEADING WITH PURPOSE IN HEALTHCARE AND BROTHERHOOD
Z enji Reynolds, CEO of Southwest Shoulder Elbow & Hand Center, P.C. and Polemarch of the Phoenix (AZ) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., is a leader whose influence spans the medical field and the fraternal world. A 2019 initiate of the Phoenix Alumni Chapter, Reynolds currently presides over the chapter during the historic 87th Grand Chapter Meeting in 2025. His story is one of mentorship, mission, and meaningful service. “I lead by putting patients first,” Reynolds says. “Every decision—whether it involves growth, staffing, or strategy—must serve the people who entrust us with their care.” Reynolds’ journey into healthcare began early. Influenced by his mother, Betty Reyn- olds, who worked in the allied health department at Columbus State, he became a certified phlebotomist at age 16. This experience, paired with a deep sense of compassion, sparked a lifelong passion for patient care. Since joining Southwest Shoulder Elbow & Hand Center in 2023, he has led the organization with precision and purpose, launching a profitable physical therapy division within nine months. He credits his brother, former NFL player Derrick Rodgers, and healthcare mentor David Wagner, with shaping his career. Today, Reynolds pays that forward, mentoring young healthcare professionals and pushing them toward leadership. As Polemarch of the Phoenix Alumni Chapter—founded in 1947 and known for its commitment to youth and civic service—Reynolds is a guiding force behind several impactful initiatives. Under his leadership, the chapter has revitalized its Kappa League program, inspiring young men through academic mentoring, STEM exposure, and personal development. “Leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about service and consistency,” he explains. “Whether I’m in the clinic or with my chapter brothers, I make sure we lead with care and accountability.” The chapter’s Adopt-A-School program at Clovis Campbell Elementary has become a beacon of its mission. It provides gym equipment, runs a book contest, and rewards excel- lence with bicycles. In collaboration with civic organizations like Our Voice Our Vote, the chapter has engaged over 500 voters in critical election awareness. “There’s no such thing as a small act of service,” Reynolds reflects. “Every step forward— no matter how local or personal—builds something greater for our community and our fraternity.” Whether navigating the complexities of modern healthcare or nurturing the next genera- tion of leaders in Kappa Alpha Psi, Zenji Reynolds remains steadfast in his mission: to serve, uplift, and inspire. ♦
SPRING 2025 ♦ THE JOURNAL 11
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