Black Alumni SUmmit

 

Highlighting members of our community, representing the diverse ways in which we are professionally and personally engaged, and uplifting our impactful work.

November 14-17, 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

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About the Black Alumni Summit

Since 2015, Georgetown University has hosted the biennial Black Alumni Summit to celebrate the professional and personal achievements of our diverse and accomplished Black alumni community. The summit returns this fall to celebrate Georgetown’s Black alumni, who channel their vast and valuable energy toward ever-higher levels of community and university stewardship.

From November 14–17, 2024, we invite Black alumni of all classes, schools, generations, professions, and walks of life from across the globe to The Ritz-Carlton in Washington, DC to reconnect with each other and the university. The weekend will open with a Welcome Reception and a Student and Alumni Mixer, followed by two days of networking, socializing, intellectual programming, group activities, and a keynote address, before culminating with a banquet.

All undergraduate and graduate alumni are welcome to attend. We look forward to reconnecting with you in November!

Explore Past Summits

2022 Summit
2019 Summit
2017 Summit
2015 Summit

Highlights from the Black Alumni Summit 2022

Through interactive programming, including panel discussions, networking events, and social activities, we hope to channel the energy of Georgetown’s Black alumni toward a heightened level of community and university stewardship.

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Accommodations

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The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC

$499/night

Group name: Georgetown University’s Black Alumni Summit

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Washington Marriott Georgetown

$269-289/night

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Pricing

Recent undergraduate alumni (2020-2024)
Early bird*: $175 / Regular: $300

Recent graduate alumni (2020-2024)
Early bird*: $225 / Regular: $350

Nonprofit/government rate
Early bird*: $200 / Regular: $325

Undergraduate/graduate alumni
Early bird*: $275 / Regular: $399

*Early-bird price ends on Friday, August 9.
Registration fee is refundable if canceled by Thursday, October 31, 2024.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Uniting Black alumni from different countries, schools, eras, professions, and walks of life, the Black Alumni Summit provides an opportunity to share experiences, ideas, and expertise.

The Fourth Black Alumni Summit will highlight the professional and life accomplishments of our Black alumni community—from our first Black graduates to our most recent alumni.

This event features keynote speakers, topical panel discussions, and fun networking opportunities. Our programming will showcase Black leaders in law, business, government, tech, and the public sector to discuss a wide range of substantive topics and issues.

Your tax-deductible sponsorship provides your organization with strategic visibility (in person, online, and via social media) among an elite group of successful professionals, current students, and future leaders. Your support also demonstrates your commitment to diversity in leadership and partnership with Georgetown University, the principal sponsor of the summit.

  • Platinum ($20,000)

    • Co-sponsor one virtual Critical Conversations Panel on a topic that embodies the missions of both the Black Alumni Summit and the sponsor’s organization
    • Opportunity to include one promotional item in the swag bag
    • Most prominent display of Platinum sponsor’s name on Black Alumni Summit’s website (including a link to the Platinum sponsor’s website), on thank-you signage at event, and in program materials
    • Reserved table at gala
    • Ten (10) complimentary registrations

  • Gold ($15,000)

    • Opportunity to include one promotional item in the swag bag
    • Prominent display of name and logo on Black Alumni Summit’s website (including a link to the Gold sponsor’s website), on thank-you signage at the event, and in program materials
    • Five (5) complimentary registrations

  • Silver ($10,000)

    • Display of name and logo on Black Alumni Summit’s website, on thank-you signage at the event, and in program materials
    • Three (3) complimentary registrations

  • Bronze ($5,000)

    • Listing on Black Alumni Summit website and in program materials
    • Two (2) complimentary registrations

  • Blue ($2,500)

    • Listing on Black Alumni Summit website and in program materials
    • One (1) complimentary registration

  • Gray ($1,000)

    • Listing on Black Alumni Summit website and in program materials

2024 Black Alumni Summit Leadership

Co-Chairs
Mannone Butler (B’94, L’99)
Eric Woods (B’91)

Committee Members

Wilmot Allen (PHD’18)
Josephine Bias Robinson (SFS’91)
Danielle Daley (SFS’15)
Gail Gillis-Louis (C’75)
K’Sean Henderson (C’12, L’18)
Karlyn Kieffer (B’95)
LaJwanne “LJ” Louis (B’04)
Erika Nedwell (C’14)
Jean Nicolas “Nick” Samedi, Jr.​ (L’13)
Tanya Taylor (C’90)

 

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FAQs

  • Who should attend the summit?

    All Georgetown University alumni should attend

  • Why should I attend the Black Alumni Summit?

    The summit is specifically designed to connect Black alumni across classes, generations, and schools. We tap into the powerful networks of our Black alumni to forge new connections and energize existing ones, as well as draw inspiration, share information, and make an impact in our community. The summit will:

    • Engage attendees through timely and relevant topics during panel discussions with alumni and faculty experts;
    • Support alumni outreach and connections through networking and social activities; and
    • Celebrate the accomplishments of the many Black alumni who are furthering the Georgetown mission to serve as people for others, both in their respective communities and worldwide.

  • Are graduate alumni of Georgetown able to participate in the summit?

    Yes. All are welcome.

  • Who should I contact if I need special accommodations?

    If you require special accommodations, please email blackalumnicouncil@georgetown.edu.

  • What does registration include?

    Your registration includes admission to every panel throughout the weekend. Additionally, it includes:

    • Breakfast, lunch, afternoon break, and happy hour on Friday
    • Breakfast, lunch, afternoon break, the Gala, and after party on Saturday

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Through this effort to stay connected between summits, we will regularly highlight members of our community, who represent the diverse ways in which we are professionally and personally engaged, and recognize our impactful work.

Additionally, we will convene our Critical Conversations series focused on elevating and collectively addressing timely issues that affect our community and facilitate opportunities for alumni to learn about efforts underway at Georgetown relevant to our community.

Watch past Critical Conversations on the Black Alumni Summit Facebook page »

We invite you to submit your recommendations for Hoyas to be featured and topics to be explored. Kindly forward your ideas to blackalumnicouncil@georgetown.edu.

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