Empowering Talent for Corporate Success
At the 1948 Circle of Excellence Foundation, our mission is to accelerate college students' readiness for success in corporate America.
Welcome to the 1948 Circle of Excellence Foundation, where we're dedicated to propelling talent from Alabama A&M University into corporate America. By partnering with AAMU Career Development Services and The Youth Motivational Task Force, we're bridging the gap between education and workforce success. Join us in making a difference!
Our Investment
Revenue Generated
$50,000+
Volunteer Hours
2,100+
Student Impact
1,200+
Our Programs
Building Career-Ready Graduates
Our Career Success Program helps students transition smoothly from college to career. With expert coaching, interview guidance, and strategies for evaluating companies and negotiating salaries, we ensure students are prepared for success and equipped to make informed career decisions.
Enhancing Confidence & Professional Readiness
We understand that self-confidence is key to succeeding in professional environments. Our programs are designed to build the skills and mindset needed for students to excel in the corporate world, while also promoting cultural competency and leadership development.
Financial knowledge is crucial for long-term career success, yet many students lack essential skills that can lead to costly mistakes, impacting future opportunities, including background checks for corporate or government roles. Our comprehensive financial education program addresses these gaps by covering key areas such as debt management, budgeting, and savings, along with investing, estate planning, retirement planning (401k), and tax strategies. By equipping students with these crucial skills, we help ensure their financial stability and career security for the long term.
Financial Literacy for Long-Term Success
The Power of Mentorship & Networking
At the 1948 Circle of Excellence Foundation, we value mentorship and networking as crucial for professional growth, echoing the sentiment that "Your Network Is Your Net Worth." In collaboration with The Youth Motivational Taskforce Conference, our Annual Professional Networking Mixer introduces students to accomplished professionals, fostering peer-to-peer mentoring and creating a diverse learning environment where students learn from each other's experiences.
Developing Future Leaders
Leadership skills are essential for professional growth, and our program offers high-impact workshops and training sessions to prepare students for the workforce. Focused on communication, leadership, and problem-solving, our program combines self-paced learning with instructor-led facilitation to ensure students develop the skills needed for success. Investing in leadership empowers students to take on influential roles in corporate America.
Support Us
Partnering with the 1948 Circle of Excellence Foundation accelerates the transition of talent from Alabama A&M University into corporate America. Our cross-functional approach bridges the gap between education and career preparation, supported by alumni, businesses, and friends dedicated to empowering graduates.
A 1948 Patrons can sponsor any of the above programs at the following levels.
Individual Sponsor
Corporate sponsors have the opportunity to support any of the listed programs at various levels, aiding in the acceleration of talent from Alabama A&M University into corporate America.
Corporate Sponsor
Jamal I.
Being part of the 1948 networking community has been an invaluable experience for me. The connections I've made through this platform have opened doors to opportunities I never imagined possible. The mentorship program provided by YMTF has been instrumental in my professional development, offering guidance and support every step of the way. I highly recommend both 1948 and YMTF to anyone looking to expand their network and receive valuable mentorship.
