Needless to say, I am honored, surprised and grateful for this prestigious award. It was totally unexpected. Thank you TRSA and those that supported me from the industry.
 
I promise to be brief, but allow me to share just a few special moments in my 40-year industry career.
 
In 1969 I joined the United States Marine Corps. It only took five minutes. After I arrived at Parris Island at 2 a.m., September 1, I realized…I screwed up! I soon was invited to Vietnam where I served cautiously as a radio operator, i.e. a target ...