Mark Carter P'28 Gives Keynote Address at Boston Business Breakfast

Tuesday, November 27th marked the occasion of our Boston Business Breakfast gathering alumni, parents, and parents of alumni for this annual kickoff to Thanksgiving week.  Nearly 150 members of the St. Sebastian’s community attended the breakfast at the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Wharf Room beginning with an opening prayer of thanks from Fr. Michael Drea.  Board of Trustees President, Devin Condron ’92, P’29’29, opened the program with welcoming remarks, an update from the Board, and an introduction of his friend and fellow Trustee, Mark Carter P’28.

Following breakfast, Mark Carter, Managing Director - TA Associates, delivered keynote remarks, walking attendees through the private equity landscape based on his decades of experience in the field.  Carter outlined his career path, the TA investment process, and the firm’s core values.  In conclusion, Carter cited numerous commonalities between the success of TA Associates and St. Sebastian’s.  Both cultures recognize that “People are our greatest assets,” “Hustle” is a requirement for success, “Culture is a prized possession” and is built from within, “Meritocracy” recognizes excellence throughout the organization, and “Integrity and Personal Responsibility” keep our institutions accountable to take care of one another.

Thank you, Mr. Carter, for sharing your insight and to everyone in our St. Sebastian's family who was able to join us for this annual tradition.