Clark Atlanta University shines spotlight on its 40 Under 40

As part of Homecoming festivities, the school honors alumni who have become rising entrepreneurs, influencers, creators, professionals, and executives who are shaping culture

By Darryl Maxie
Oct 26, 2023
2:25 pm

Clark Atlanta University shines spotlight on its 40 Under 40 — Clark Atlanta University honored its 40 Under 40, a distinguished group of alumni movers and shakers who have made and continue to make an impact on culture. (Photo courtesy Shine_atl)

Clark Atlanta University recently celebrated Homecoming, and as part of those festivities, shined a spotlight on their second annual 40 Under 40 Young Alumni Achievement Awards.

The awards recognize individuals who attended Clark Atlanta, were under 40 as of Oct. 1, and are contributing to advancement in various areas. The selected alums represent rising entrepreneurs, influencers, creators, professionals, and executives shaping culture, leading in their communities, excelling in their fields, and trying to lay the foundation for a better future.

Here’s a sampling of the kinds of men and women to whom Clark Atlanta sought to draw attention:

Those who earned an undergraduate or graduate degree from Clark Atlanta
Those who represent Clark Atlanta’s core values
Those committed to maintaining a lifelong relationship with the university and have contributed to CAU (time, talent, or treasure) within a calendar year through July 31, 2023
Those who have significantly contributed to their respective professional disciplines, communities, and Clark Atlanta

A sampling of alums who met the criteria is below:

Phillip L. Anderson, contract specialist