Runge's G.A.P.

It was a sad occasion marked by the happiest of festivities: the "Retirement" of Jason Runge!

Jason was one of the first folks we hired at DRIVEpm as we started to scale our business long before the Microsoft acquisition. I worked directly with Jason prior to moving out to NYC, then in concert with him while there. Inasmuch as I might consider myself a key member of the business, Jason became foundational -- a self-confessed member of the Dream Team.

So, we gathered the troops from near and far and enjoyed a long night of catch-up, bonding, beverages, and celebration at the likes of Slim's Last Chance Chili Shack & Watering Hole, Sea Sound Lounge, Lava Lounge, and later at some Hi-99 casino. Yes, it was in Jason's honor, but it also felt very much like a reunion -- where everyone truly liked and cared for one another. And out of which we built an amazing company. The combination of when we launched, with whom we worked, how well we worked together, and the successes we enjoyed will be something I know I'll be hard-pressed to experience again in my career. But I wish it on everyone as it was fantastic.

As was working with Sir Runge. You will be missed, friend!