The Black MBA Association was formed in 1973, and was subsequently changed to the African American MBA Association (AAMBAA) in 1986. The organization was formed to augment the professional, academic, and social development of students of African descent at The Wharton School.
The mission of AAMBAA is to support the continued achievement of students of African descent and to provide extensive resources to foster the successful progression from prospective students to Wharton alumni.
ABOUT US
Karen Evans
Co-President
Crystal Chalk
Chief of Staff
Leek Deng
Chief Financial Officer
Neal Stewart
Co-President
Crystal Chalk
Chief of Staff
Crystal Chalk
Chief of Staff
Crystal Chalk
Chief of Staff
2020 - 2021
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Erica Williams
Co-President
Ashley Brown
Chief of Staff
Jamaal Wright
WMY Conference Co-Chair
Femi Brinson
Co-President
Samantha Osborne
WMY Conference Co-Chair
Nicole Allain-Stockton
WMY Conference Co-Chair
Aileen Daniels
Chief Financial Officer
Brittney Govan
VP of Technology & Digital
Keone Applewhite
VP of 100 Series
Chidi Anyadike
VP of 100 Series
Chiaka Aribeana
VP of 200 Series
Tramaine Tyson
VP of Academics & Alumni Relations
Nana Aboagye
Prospective Student Co-Chair
Nikki Jenkins
Prospective Student Co-Chair
Shary Tchatchouang
VP of Careers
Shanae Davis
VP of Careers
Paul Taylor
VP of Partnerships
Fredrica Antwi
VP of Partnerships
Tobi Abegunde
VP of 360 Wellness
Lauren Davis
VP of 360 Wellness
Simone Kendle
VP of Content
Anthony DePina
VP of Social Impact
Marvel Myrtile
VP of Social
Everette Richardson
VP of Sponsorship
Donaven Murray
VP of Sponsorship
Brandon Knutson
VP of Sponsorship
WHITNEY M. YOUNG, JR
MEMORIAL CONFERENCE
For over four decades, the Wharton African American MBA Association (AAMBAA) has celebrated the legacy of a visionary leader and an avid advocate of equality and economic empowerment for all with the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Memorial conference. We invite prospective MBA students, professionals, alumni, and students of The Wharton School to relive this vision at our annual conference held in the city of Philadelphia.
Click here for more information on the conference.
CORPORATE SPONSORS
With 160 members (~8% of Wharton’s MBA population), AAMBAA is one of the largest groups of
African, African American, and Caribbean students of any business school. Through an extended
family network of thousands – comprised of prospective students, current students, and alumni –
AAMBAA prepares its members for leadership roles in all sectors of society by providing academic
support, professional development, career guidance, and mentorship.
Please contact one of our Sponsorship Co-Chairs if you are interested in learning more about how to become an AAMBAA corporate sponsor: Everette Richardson (WG'21), Donaven Murray (WG'21), or Brandon Knutson (WG'21).
THANKS TO OUR
2019-2020 SPONSORS!
PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
AAMBAA works closely with the Wharton MBA Admissions Office to ensure that students of African descent have the resources available to become successful MBA candidates. We do so through active outreach, admissions counseling, and leveraging the expertise of the current MBA membership.
AAMBAA represents all students of African descent in the MBA program and supports our members professionally, academically and socially. AAMBAA’s key initiatives include group tutoring, study guides, a career fair, recruiting assistance, and deep connections with corporate sponsors.
AAMBAA Events at a Glance:
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Black identity discussion
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FAAMBAA reveal & game night
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Resiliency series
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Diversity recruiting events
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AAMBAA wealth series
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Black History Month celebration
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Alumni networking brunch
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Real estate ownership
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Laser tag
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Rush Hour, Crush Hour Party
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Drake night
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Ted Talk AAMBAA hour
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AAMBAA & WASA Pub
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Goal setting sessions
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Group review sessions
Here are some of our favorite AAMBAA memories:
Important Dates:
MBA Program
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Round 1: Application Deadline 9/15/20 | Interview Invites 10/28/20 | Decisions 12/16/20
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Round 2: Application Deadline 1/5/21 | Interview Invites 2/11/21 | Decisions 3/25/21
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Round 3: Application Deadline 3/31/21 | Interview Invites 4/15/21 | Decisions 5/11/21
MBA/MA-Lauder and JD/MBA
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Round 1: Application Deadline 9/15/20 | Decisions 12/16/20
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Round 2: Application Deadline 1/5/21 | Decisions 3/25/21
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Please contact one of our Prospective Students Co-Chairs if you are interested in learning more about applying to Wharton: Nikki Jenkins (WG’21) or Nana Aboagye (WG'21).
ALUMNI
AAMBAA is committed to engaging and supporting its broad alumni base. We aim to extend the relationships and networks forged during the two-year MBA program and to provide continued resources for the development of our alumni.
We keep in contact with our alumni primarily via email and social media. If you are a Wharton alumnus who would like to connect with AAMBAA, please reach out to our current VP of Alumni Relations Tramaine Tyson (WG’21).
Please also reach out to our Alumni Relations Chair to be added to the Wharton AAMBAA Alumni LinkedIn Group.
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CONTACT US
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