With a University of Virginia B.A. and J.D., Matthew Cutts advises clients on complex civil litigation and criminal cases involving corporate and business activities. Mr. Cutts represents a broad range of domestic and foreign clients, including one of the world’s largest manufacturers of semiconductor computer chips, a leading provider of computer hardware and software, a major oil company, and several large, publicly-traded corporations.
By Mayoral appointment, Mr. Cutts serves as the Chairman of the Board of the D.C. Sports and Entertainment Commission, now constructing a $600 million stadium. He is also a board member of the Washington Nationals Dream Foundation, and a board member of the Greater Washington Sports Alliance.
Previously, Mr. Cutts served as the senior law clerk to Chief Judge Annice M. Wagner of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, where he worked issues ranging from complex Constitutional questions involving the First, Fourth, and Fifth Amendments, to the application of the rules of civil procedure. He is a partner at the D.C. law firm of Squire Patton Boggs.
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Cal LaRoche, a brilliant and dedicated advisor and champion of the Ron Brown Scholar Program, who left us on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025.
Born in New York in January 1946, Cal graduated from Central State University in Ohio, where he joined the Eta Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. His career spanned decades of leadership and innovation, beginning at the National Security Agency and continuing through key roles at IBM, SkyTel Communications, and The Orkand Corporation.
A visionary entrepreneur, Cal later co-founded DC Ventures and Associates.
His commitment to service was unwavering. Cal chaired the Boards of Trustees at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda and Norwood School and served with distinction for 15 years on the Advisory Board of the Ron Brown Scholar Program. His leadership extended to the Beta Mu, Boulé Foundation Board, where he served as Chair, and to Patients For Affordable Drugs, where he was a founding board member and Treasurer.
An avid golfer and advocate for equity in the sport, Cal co-founded the Pro-Duffer/Carter Foundation Scholarship to promote diversity in golf. A long-time member of TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm, he was as passionate about creating opportunity as he was about the game itself.
Cal’s legacy is carried on by his beloved family: his mother, Lucille “Gloria” David; his wife, Esperanza, and their sons, CJ and Ethan; his former wife, Cheryl LaRoche; their daughters, Gina LaRoche, Renee LaRoche-Morris, and Danielle LaRoche; six grandchildren; and his siblings. His wisdom, warmth, and unwavering belief in the potential of young people will remain an enduring part of the Ron Brown Scholar community.
We are forever grateful for Cal’s enduring support, leadership, and love. He leaves behind a legacy of excellence, generosity, and deep humanity. He will be deeply missed.
