The 1911 Group
The 1911 Group is a curated community of accomplished SMU alumni driving business and leadership across Dallas–Fort Worth. Members gain access to exclusive luncheons featuring prominent speakers from business and sports, private dinners at top Park Cities restaurants, and a 300+ member alumni directory to expand both personal and professional networks. With monthly gatherings and over fifteen signature luncheons each year, The 1911 Group fosters genuine connections, collaboration, and idea exchange among SMU’s most driven alumni.
The 1911 Group
SMU Stories Lauren Harper
Join us for an inspiring episode of SMU Stories, where we highlight exceptional alumni making waves in their industries. This week, we talk with Lauren Harper, an SMU alumna, SAG-AFTRA actress, and now Chief of Staff at Kodiak Robotics, a leader in autonomous trucking technology.
Lauren reflects on how her time at SMU, where she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance (2008–2012), provided her with the critical thinking skills, adaptability, and network that have been instrumental in her diverse career. From the stage to the cutting edge of AI and logistics, Lauren shares how SMU’s vibrant culture helped shape her path to success.
