It is hard to believe that my time serving as your ITE International President is coming to a close. When I think about the past year, I am reminded of my favorite quote from Ferris Bueller: "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." Over the past 11 months, I have made a conscious effort to stop, take a breath, enjoy my surroundings, and be fully engaged at the various District meetings across the country. I have traveled by plane, train, automobile, bicycle, and my ever-present feet. I have visited some of my favorite places but have also visited others for the first time. Through it all, I have tried to make the most of every experience so that I don't miss anything, and have enjoyed seeing how each District celebrates their uniqueness through their program and social events. Serving our members has been an unforgettable experience. I want to thank the International Board of Direction for their tireless service this year. You have shared your insights from your Districts' perspectives, and have provided valuable input to our initiatives to ensure that diverse voices from across our organization are represented. You have walked the talk of serving your constituents and our membership as a whole, which is not always easy. I also want to extend my gratitude to the ITE staff. Your commitment to our mission and inexhaustible energy help ensure that things get completed behind the scenes, questions get answered, problems get solved, and meetings run smoothly!
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