Hornets Building Legacy. Powered by BlacXperts.
BlacXperts is a national platform connecting Black professionals to capital, opportunity, and verified networks. Alabama State University stands at the center of that mission.
From classrooms to C-suites, ASU alumni are driving impact across industries. This space is built to celebrate that excellence and provide a pathway for students and alumni to grow, connect, and lead.
Hornet Spotlight
BlacXpert of the Month: Fred Underwood
Fred Underwood, an Alabama State University graduate, is where innovation meets execution. As the founder of Dream Big Tech and a senior leader at Amazon, Fred blends tech strategy, brand development, and cultural storytelling to empower the next generation of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. His career reflects the preparation, persistence, and purpose built at Alabama State.
Opportunities for Hornets
Whether you’re launching a business, mentoring the next generation, or investing in your legacy, BlacXperts provides:
- Access to BlacXFund to pitch and secure funding
- Mentorship and professional cohorts
- Founder challenges and capital network events
- Verified listings for businesses, professionals, and experts
Get Involved
BlacXperts exists to elevate the ASU community through connection, visibility, and support. Alumni, students, and faculty are invited to engage in meaningful ways:
- Partner with us to bring BlacXperts to campus
- Join as a mentor, advisor, or contributor
- Register to be featured in the BlacXperts directory
Why ASU x BlacXperts
Alabama State has always produced change-makers. From legacy to innovation, Hornets lead with excellence. BlacXperts amplifies that leadership by creating infrastructure around opportunity—so the next generation has a blueprint to follow.
