Inspiring the Future: Notable Alumni of Marist High School
By Ryan Tucker ’14, Executive Director of Advancement at Marist High School
What makes Marist truly special is the people. Inspiration fills our campus—not only from dedicated teachers and coaches but also from the alumni who paved the way. To celebrate this legacy of excellence, our hallways showcase photos and stories of remarkable graduates, serving as daily reminders of the limitless opportunities a Marist education can provide.
Celebrating Alumni Success
Over the past 60+ years, Marist has grown into a community of more than 25,000 alumni worldwide. Our graduates are leaders in business, law, medicine, education, hospitality, public service, and beyond. Highlighting their success on campus helps current students connect their education today with career possibilities tomorrow.
Role Models Across Career Paths
Each notable alumnus featured on our walls represents a different field of impact:
Law & Public Service
- Bob Clifford ’69 – Partner & Founder, Clifford Law Offices
- Tom Lamb ’84 – Former Commander, Chicago Police Department
Medicine & Science
- Dr. Richard Byrne ’83 – Neurosurgeon, Mayo Clinic Florida
- Dr. Kellie Snooks ’07 – Pediatric Critical Care Physician
Business & Entrepreneurship
- Tim McEnery ’94 – Founder & CEO, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants
- Bob Heniff ’90 – President & CEO, Heniff Transportation
Business in Athletics
- Erin Kelly ’09 – Sr. Manager, Guest Experience & Arena Operations, Boston Celtics
- J.P. Abercrumbie ’09 – Executive Associate AD, University of Notre Dame
Finance & Technology
- Gerald Beeson ’90 – COO, Citadel
- Barrett Callaghan ’88 – Head of Global Markets & Customer Success, Shift Technology
- David Robinson ’12 – Head of Research, Parker Gale Capital
Media
- Tori Carmen ’06 – News Anchor, FOX Carolina News
Aviation
- Lukasz Bokun ’07 – First Officer, Southwest Airlines; Air National Guard Pilot
Trades/Unions
- James Sweeney ’78 – President, Local 150
These are just a few of the many successful Marist alumni whose photos and stories line our hallways. Each profile reflects our values of Faith. Family. Future. and inspires current students by showcasing the countless paths a Marist education can lead them.
Inspiring the Next Generation
Walking the halls at Marist, students see more than familiar faces. They see examples of success to aspire to. From the courtroom to the classroom, from medicine to media, alumni remind students that their goals are within reach.
These alumni spotlights also serve as a practical guide to career exploration. They help students imagine what they might pursue in college, inspire curiosity about new industries, and affirm that RedHawks go on to make a difference everywhere.
Final Thoughts
The stories of Marist’s notable alumni are not just history, they are living proof of what a Marist education makes possible. By surrounding our students with these examples, we inspire them to dream big, work hard, and embrace their own future paths.
👉 Want to see more? Explore Marist Alumni stories and discover how RedHawks are leading, innovating, and serving across the globe: https://www.marist.net/alumni/notable-alumni/
📌 Author: Ryan Tucker ’14, Executive Director of Advancement, Marist High School
