Winter 2012
foundation on which to build, and without their groundwork, my job would have been impossible. I would especially like to thank Phyllis Simmons for teaching me how to be graceful under fire (a skill I still have not mastered) and Ellyn Ross for helping me find my voice. I am also grateful to David Ross and Mary Jean Sanspree for having faith in my leadership abilities and to Sheila Amato for nudging me to think outside the box. Most importantly, I want to extend my appreciation to the board for keeping your minds open to new possibilities while helping us stay true to our mission.
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an eternity, I am sad to see my presidency end, especially since I was just starting to get everything figured out. Nevertheless, I know that DVI will be in good hands under the leadership of Derrick Smith as he carries on the initiatives started by his predecessors and adds some new ones of his own. I am excited to see the great things that will be forthcoming, and I look forward to exploring the myriad of ways in which I can continue to serve DVI for many, many years to come. (Luckily, it will be behind the scenes where I am most comfortable).
For those of you (like myself) who tend to shy away from the spotlight, I strongly encourage you
