Chadrick Kennedy
Nominated Position: Region V Chair
Nominated by: Courtney Scrubbs
Degree Earned: BA Civil Engineering | Year Awarded: 1998
Current HUAA Role: HUAC of Louisiana
Chadrick Kennedy’s professional achievements and service record reflect both leadership excellence and a deep commitment to community impact. Professionally, he has built a distinguished career in employee benefits, insurance brokerage, and financial consulting, advising individuals and business owners on strategic financial planning and risk management. His work demonstrates a strong analytical foundation, informed by his academic training at Howard University, and a solutions-oriented approach to helping clients navigate complex financial and benefits landscapes. In service to Howard, Chad has made meaningful contributions through his leadership as President of the Howard University Alumni Association of Louisiana, where he led efforts to engage alumni, strengthen regional programming, and represent the University’s interests across the state. His presidency reflects not only organizational leadership, but also his passion for alumni connectivity and institutional advancement. Beyond formal titles, Chad is deeply invested in the cultural and communal fabric of the HBCU alumni experience, consistently showing up in spaces that celebrate and sustain Howard’s legacy and influence. Taken together, his professional distinction, alumni leadership, and commitment to community make him exceptionally well suited for regional leadership within the Howard University Alumni Association.
Chad is exceptionally well suited for the Region V Director role given his proven leadership as a former Club President and his demonstrated commitment to uplifting Howard University and its alumni network. He is a natural connector who actively fosters relationships across chapters and constituencies. Chad consistently takes initiative, exercises strong organizational judgment, and approaches alumni engagement with both strategy and heart — qualities that will serve the region well.