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: Jordan Carter, Founding Partner SIG Partners
In this episode of SMU Stories, we sit down with Jordan Carter, SMU Class of 2009. As Founding Partner of SIG Partners and CEO of B&A Group—a government grant services and software company acquired through a self-funded search in 2020—Jordan brings a wealth of knowledge and insights into entrepreneurship and private equity. He also reflects on his time working with former Secretary of the Navy John F. Lehman and his roles in private equity and M&A at firms like Centerbridge Partners, J.F. Lehman & Company, and Centerview Partners.
Join us to learn about Jordan’s inspiring journey, his passion for helping businesses endure, and the unique lessons from his time at SMU.