LAS VEGAS, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In resolute defense of students, parents and the educational community, Honor SocietyŽ has filed claims in a federal lawsuit against Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) and its CEO, Lynn Tincher-Ladner, accusing them of misleading students and attempting to monopolize the community college honor society market. Filed in the Southern District of Mississippi, the suit alleges that PTK's practices deceive students, educational institutions, and employers.
The lawsuit details several troubling practices allegedly masterminded by CEO Lynn Tincher-Ladner, including:
These and other deceptive tactics, the lawsuit alleges, have allowed PTK to misappropriate significant sums from students, by exploiting their trust and aspirations. Moreover, the lawsuit alleges that PTK has sold and shared member data under false pretenses, further compromising student privacy and trust.
PTK has also allegedly engaged in anticompetitive conduct intended to exclude competition from the community college market, harming students as a result. Mikal Calvert, marketing director of Honor SocietyŽ, states, "Phi Theta Kappa's actions have unfairly restricted the choices for honor society memberships in community colleges, misleading countless students. This lawsuit aims to dismantle these falsehoods and advocate for a market that truly values inclusivity and excellence."
Honor SocietyŽ urges those affected by PTK's deceptive practices to come forward. "We must protect vulnerable students and educational institutions from these alleged predatory behaviors," emphasizes Calvert. "We encourage anyone who believes they have been misled by Phi Theta Kappa to contact their state attorney general's office or the Better Business Bureau."
For more information about the lawsuit, visit www.ptklawsuit.com. To post or follow the topic on social media, use #PTKlawsuit.
Call for Action:
If you have insights or information about PTK's alleged deceptive practices, please email [email protected]. Your privacy and confidentiality will be respected.
About Honor SocietyŽ:
Honor SocietyŽ is a forward-thinking, technology-driven society dedicated to recognizing academic and professional excellence. For over a decade, Honor SocietyŽ has been at the forefront of promoting inclusivity and dismantling systemic bias and structural racism, providing a platform that encourages achievement at all levels. Committed to empowering its members, Honor SocietyŽ has reached millions of students and professionals across the nation, promoting inclusive excellence through personalized recognition, diverse programming, and wide-ranging career resources. As a pioneering leader in the honor society community, Honor SocietyŽ addresses critical issues often incumbent in historical honor societies, such as accessibility, equity, and inclusivity. It is a proud member of the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE), reinforcing its role as "The Honor Society for Alltm." For more information about the society, visit HonorSociety.org.
Press Contact:
Tina Murtagh
Brand Director, Honor SocietyŽ
Phone: (424) 226-2411
Email: [email protected]
SOURCE Honor Society