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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.

Industry-Focused Programming

Real Estate & Development

Panels and networking events featuring top developers, investors, and real estate professionals.

Insurance & Healthcare

Conversations with insurers, healthcare executives, and policy experts examining the regulatory, financial, and operational forces shaping both industries.

Energy & Sustainability

Panels and conversations with industry experts exploring renewable energy, environmental innovation, and the shifting policies and technologies shaping a more sustainable future.

30 & Under Association

Networking events and professional development programs designed for young alumni, fostering early-career growth, mentorship, and community within the SMU network.

Entrepreneurship & Emerging Businesses

Startup showcases, pitch nights, and mentorship opportunities for founders and investors.

Aviation & Transportation

Discussions with industry attorneys, corporate counsel, and operational leaders examining the legal, regulatory, and business forces shaping the future of aviation and transportation.

Women in Business & Leadership

Dedicated events highlighting female leadership, mentorship, and career advancement.

Legal & Professional Services

Roundtables with attorneys, corporate counsel, and business advisors on industry-specific legal and regulatory trends.

Consumer Goods, Retail & E-Commerce

Panels and networking events focused on how brands grow, scale, and stay alive in a competitive market.

Private Equity & Investment Management

Where PE leaders break down deal trends, strategy, and market realities.

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

MBA Class of  ’17

Director of Multifamily

Heather Gilker

Class of  ’84

Managing Director at Pickwick Capital Partners

Austin Federer

Class of  ’16

Founder of Hilltop Property Tax

Buddy Ozane

Class of  ’70

President and Founder, Probity Advisors, Inc.

 Dom Haskett

Class of ’21

Head of Business Development & Origination, Farol Asset Management, LP

 Bora Laci

Class of  ’13, ’19

Senior Strategy Consulting, The Bridge a North Highland Company

 Ryan Ball

Class of  ’08

Founder & CEO of Rockwall Services & Multiple Startup Founder

Bill Rowe

Class of ’91

Chairman and CEO at Rowe Global LLC

E. Paul Bigham

Class of ’70, ‘75

President of Bigham Agency, Inc

Phoebe Park

Class of ’12,‘13

Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Sabi Partners LLC

Scott Groeschell

Class of ’10

Director at Trimont

Lindsey Marsh Brown

Class of ’13

Partner at Jackson Walker LLP & Co-Founder of The 1911 Group

Mitchell Brown

Class of ’10, ’20

Director of Client Relationship Management at WTW & Co-Founder of The 1911 Group