Thoroughly Engaging

But before giving me the floor to wrap up the day, Tom asked speakers and attendees to share some of their takeaways from and thoughts about the conference. And after we listened to many warm and positive remarks from our advisors, speakers and attendees alike, Tom turned it over to me.

Being the gritty, hard-core professional that I am, I ... cried. Into the mic. Fabulous. Not those big, honkin' sobs that make your nose run, thank God — but there were tears nonetheless. My voice cracked and words got caught in my throat, but I managed to get out some thank-yous before having to turn it back over to Tom.