The Downtown Dallas St. Patrick's Day Parade

is Proud to Present the 2006 Grand Marshal

John R. Tillotson

John R. Tillotson is a Dallas native and a prominent figure in our Irish community. His distinguished career includes being the president of Lucchese (as in boots) and CEO of Arena Brands (the Hicks/Muse firm that owns Resistol and Stetson, among others).

Tillotson's tireless commitment to community includes chairing numerous organizations and events. Last year he was named a Jesuit College Preparatory School Distinguished Alumni. He currently is an Executive Committee Member of the American Ireland Fund.

With Irish roots tracing to Counties Limerick and Kilkenny, Tillotson has worked hard to promote Irish causes in the U.S. and well represents the spirit of the Downtown Dallas St. Patrick's Day Parade.