Thanks for the Fellowship

[Patrick Gannon <gannon@sierra.net>]

OASIS members:

As Eduardo informed you last week, I have resigned as President and CEO 
of OASIS. In the nearly eight years I have been associated with the 
consortium on staff and the Board of Directors, I saw the organization 
grow from its roots in SGML to e-business to the place it holds today as 
the nexus of open standards that advance the global information society. 
It has been my deepest privilege to be part of that growth and to have 
known and worked alongside you all.

On your behalf, I have had the opportunity to literally travel the 
world, representing your interests at conferences and summits with 
industry leaders, heads of state, and cross-governmental bodies. You've 
shared your ideas and enthusiasm with me, as well as your personal 
stories and cultures, and for these acts of fellowship, I will always be 
grateful.

My time leading OASIS has been one of the most exciting, rewarding 
experiences of my career. I wish and fully expect much success for the 
consortium in the many years to come.

Best regards,

Patrick Gannon
gannon@sierra.net
+1 978 458 7478
+1 408 242 1018 (mobile)
Skype: pgannon
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