Gary Rifkin, Class of 1981

Gary’s PJHS graduation speech was entitled “Participation in Life”. Over the next four decades, he followed his own advice and embraced every opportunity to be intimately involved. After moving to Dallas, Gary’s career took off as a professional speaker, trainer and coach. His involvement in the National Speakers Association earned him the organization’s most prestigious honor – the Dick Cavett Award. His love of music led to the creation of Sing for the Cure, a choral symphony devoted to breast cancer awareness. He is a founding member of Dallas’ philanthropic choir, Resounding Harmony. Gary is the Chief Learning Officer at CoreClarity.