Board Member Spotlight
Jill Foster and Brian Roach P’23
Meet Brian Roach and Jill Foster. Brian and Jill are the parents of Clemson student, Doug Roach. Doug has enjoyed 4 years at Clemson, graduating in Spring 2023 with his BS in Management, with an Emphasis in Entrepreneurship. All three family members were thrilled when Doug chose to extend his Clemson experience another year by enrolling in the Clemson Future MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation program.
Brian and Jill have been Club Board members since 2020. Brian and Jill also share their love of Clemson by supporting the Baltimore/DC Clemson Club as Lead Roaring Tigers.
Brian did his undergraduate studies at Duke University, receiving a BS in Electrical Engineering. He later earned his MS in Technology Management from University of Maryland. Jill earned a BBA in International Business with a minor in Spanish from Hofstra University and continued her graduate studies at Adelphi University, earning a ME in Exercise Physiology. Currently Brian is the CEO of Red River Technologies and spends his free time volunteering with USO Metro, AFCEA DC, Northern Virginia Tech Council, and BSA Troop 1140 as a Scout Leader. Jill is retired from her career in Exercise Physiology and Health and Wellness Club Management. Both Brian and Jill enjoy exploring the outdoors by hiking, skiing and all sorts of water sports.
Both Brian and Jill are frequent attendees of all events Clemson, both with the Club and in Clemson. They love attending Clemson football games and say, “there’s nothing like it!” A favorite activity with the Baltimore/DC Club is the tour of Mount Vernon’s gardens with Dean Norton, especially enjoying Mrs. Norton’s homemade cupcakes! Brian and Jill also loved the sprint 2023 event at Brookeville Beer Farm. It was so fun to have an afternoon with Clemson friends and a bonus to purchase Brookeville craft beer with a custom Clemson label for Doug’s graduation party!
Brian, Jill and Doug have truly embraced being a part of the Clemson family.
Upcoming Events
See AllCrab Feast
Crab Feast
August 2
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2:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Don’t miss one of our favorite summer events – back for its 23rd year!
Held on the banks of the beautiful West River in Shady Side, MD, the menu for this all-you-can-eat Crab Feast also includes low country boil, hush puppies, hot dogs, beer and soda. Don’t be shy if you’ve never had crabs before – we’ll teach you to pick like a pro.
And there is more to do than just eat! Go for a swim in the pool, try to catch a few crabs yourself, take out a kayak or canoe or join a guided boat tour of the river. A huge thank you to Mark ‘91 and Cindy ‘90 Derrick for hosting.
Member adult tickets are $54. Member children tickets are $25. Clemson Club Members may register for up to 4 member tickets even if the guests are not Clemson alumni or Club Members. Non-member adult tickets are $85. Non-member children are $39. Children under 3 are free.
Football Thursday Lunch - August
Football Thursday Lunch - August
August 7
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
Join us for a special lunchtime discussion all about Clemson Football with David Hood, Senior Writer at TigerNet.com—one of the most trusted sources for Tiger sports news.
David brings years of insider experience covering Clemson athletics, and he’ll share behind-the-scenes insights, preseason predictions, recruiting updates, and what fans can expect from the Tigers this year. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just enjoy staying in the know, this is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and get the scoop straight from a veteran reporter who lives and breathes Clemson football.
CU@Home with Nathan McNeese
CU@Home with Nathan McNeese
September 10
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
Join us for an engaging virtual discussion on the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence with Dr. Nathan McNeese, Associate Professor in Clemson’s School of Computing and a leading voice in human-centered AI research.
Dr. McNeese will share insights into Clemson’s latest advancements in AI, the impact of machine learning across industries, and how his team is designing technologies that work hand-in-hand with people. Whether you’re curious about AI’s role in everyday life or looking to understand the future of intelligent systems, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Fall Board Meeting
Fall Board Meeting
September 27
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10:00 am
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12:00 pm
The Baltimore/DC Clemson Club’s Fall Board of Directors meeting will be held on Saturday, September 27th in Merrifield, VA. Coffee, continental breakfast and conversation will begin at 9:30am, with the meeting starting promptly at 10:00am. Free parking will be available. Meeting materials will be emailed two days prior to the meeting.
Diamondback Brewery
Diamondback Brewery
October 2
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6:00 pm
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8:00 pm
Come hang out with fellow Tigers at Diamondback Brewing Co. in Locust Point, Baltimore on Thursday, October 2 from 6:00-8:00pm for an evening of brews, bites and good vibes. Your ticket includes scratch made pizza and unlimited draft beer and soda for two hours, and we have a space reserved just for our Club. Bring your Tiger pride and your thirst!
Tickets are $26.95 for Clemson Club members and their guest and $32.00 for non-members. Don’t wait to register – this is a limited space event.
