About Us
Who We Are
The 1911 Group is the premier networking organization for SMU alumni, offering exclusive access to high-impact networking events. Our sold-out events include speaker panels, industry luncheons, and dinners, all carefully curated for SMU graduates and featuring distinguished SMU alumni as guest speakers and industry experts. Membership provides unparalleled opportunities to connect with top SMU alumni across various fields, while attending world-class events designed to foster meaningful connections.
Board of Advisors
Natasha August
Class of ’08
Entrepreneur & Startup Founder
Charles Landen
Class of ’16
Vice President Finance at Silver Hill Energy Partners
Haley Huffines Gigliotti
Class of ’17
Director of Multifamily
Heather Gilker
Class of ’84
Managing Director at Pickwick Capital Partners
Buddy Ozane
Class of ’70
President and Founder, Probity Advisors, Inc.
Lindsey Marsh Brown
Dedman Law ’13
Partner at Jackson Walker LLP & Co-Founder of The 1911 Group
Mitchell Brown
Dedman College ’10 & Cox MBA ’20
Director of Client Relationship Management at WTW & Co-Founder of The 1911 Group