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This is my next to last Executive Director column, and I want to use it to thank those that have provided me with so much support and guidance over the past 8 years. First, I want to acknowledge the important role that John Kennedy, P.E. (H) played in bringing me to ITE. John was ITE International President and head of the search committee for the first new ITE Executive Director and CEO in more than three decades. John strongly encouraged me to consider applying for the position. I am so glad that I did. Over the next 8 years, I have been privileged to work with ITE International Presidents-Paula Flores (F), Shawn Leight, P.E., PTOE, PTP (F), Michael Sanderson, P.E., PTOE, LEED AP (F), Bruce Belmore, P.Eng., PTOE (F), Randy McCourt, P.E., PTOE (H), Alyssa Rodriguez, P.E., PTOE (F), Beverly Kuhn, Ph.D., P.E., PMP (F), and Rosana Correa, P.E., PTOE (F)-who each brought their unique talents and ideas to the position, and were also willing to share leadership with their predecessors and successors. I also want to thank the many past ITE International Presidents who continue to contribute to ITE's success. One of the hallmarks of ITE is the length of service of its members, and these individuals epitomize this dedication. It took strong leadership and courage to make the kind of change that was made at ITE during my time here, particularly the ONE ITE initiative. Thanks to the many Board Members for their willingness to take ownership of the success of ITE as a whole. Thanks, too, to Eric Rensel (M) who has been the driving force behind the rejuvenation of ITE's Councils. |