The Renaissance Man"Growing up in Baltimore was rough, without the right influences and role models my story would be short lived. So now that I am able, I want to give back and give someone else a chance to succeed in life." ~Curt Anderson
Curt Anderson is a 27 year old native of East Baltimore, Maryland. He came to Norfolk, Virginia in 1996 on a wrestling scholarship to Norfolk State University. While in college, he served 2 years as Vice President of Student Government for Norfolk State University…the rest is history! Since leaving NSU, his resume has developed in to a "how to achieve" guide for young professionals. He took over the corporate scene at Bank of America and attained 4 promotions in 5 years, easily surpassing everyone's expectations but his own. While with Bank of America, he was reacquainted with former NSU classmate George Spencer. Together with 5 other colleagues they formed the Coalition of Young Black Professionals (CYBP) ( www.cybp.com ). This organization was comprised to assist young professionals with networking and professional development all while giving back to the communities which they served. He did not know what success this involvement would bring him. Since its inception 2001 CYBP has grown to over 300 members in 7 states and the District of Columbia. Using funds received from social events such as “Insomnia,†the all white affair and “ONYX,†the all black affair, CYBP has been able to feed over 200 families, during the Thanksgiving holidays, has provided clothes and toys to over 150 families for Christmas, and has provided a multitude of mentoring and educational opportunities over the past 5 years. CYBP has become more than just a non-profit networking organization for young professionals; it has become a phenomenon that brings young, successful professionals together for the financial, educational, and social greater good of the community.
Curt’s portfolio does not stop with CYBP. He is also the President of the Voices of Empowerment Public Speaking Network for Bank of America and co-founder of Max Marketing Group LLC ( www.maxmarketinggroup.com , www.myspace.com/werunva ), a small business, multi-faceted marketing and management agency. Through CYBP and MMG he has become the top mover and shaker among the nightlife of Hampton Roads, with hands virtually in everything from entertainment to sports to philanthropy.
Aside from his professional accomplishments he even manages to find time to achieve outside the boardroom. He completed the 2004 Baltimore Under Armor 26.2 mile marathon and the 2006 Breezy Point (Norfolk) Triathlon. He is also active in local flag football league, on a recreational basketball team, and is a member of the Downtown YMCA. But through it all his greatest accomplishment is being a father!
