Chuck, wow... what a phenomenal article—and what a ride this year’s contest has been! The energy and excitement are truly contagious, and it’s so inspiring to see the record-breaking numbers and the powerful impact Alignable has made. I can’t believe we’ve reached 333,272 votes and shattered last year’s total—such an incredible accomplishment!

Congratulations to all the winners, especially Stacy Mueller for being our top Canadian and Len Marshall for being number 2!  I’m grateful to be third and among the top 50 and to be part of such a dynamic and supportive community. Your leadership and vision have really made this contest a game-changer, and I’m so thankful for all the valuable connections and insights we’ve gained through this journey.

Thank you again for all of your hard work and for always fostering an environment of connection and collaboration. I look forward to continuing to build on the momentum from this contest and seeing what we can all achieve in 2025!