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David Nelson
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10/22/09
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Howard Brown
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10/22/09
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From Howard J. Brown, president, Kenosha (Wis.) News
Inland’s noteworthy contribution to the advancement of newspapers in recent years is largely attributable to Ray Carlsen’s commitment to the spirit of the First Amendment. Without …
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10/22/09
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Lloyd Case
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10/22/09
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From David D. Williams, president and CEO, Tribune Media Services
Congratulations and thanks for all the wonderful contributions you've made to Inland over so many years.
It's hard to put the words "retirement" and "Ray Carlsen" in the same …
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10/21/09
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Did you miss The Inlander deadline? Not to worry. Here's why.
We'd greatly appreciate it if you could submit something in writing for inclusion in Ray's retirement book. There's still time, but please hurry!
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10/18/09
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From Dan Behrens, editor and publisher, Marysville Journal-Tribune
I have been coming to Inland conventions for 40 years, and so have known Ray for the entire time he has been executive director.
Beyond his organizational capabilities, I think …
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10/18/09
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From Mary L. Van Meter, publisher, News & Tech
I only hope my networking skills can come close to yours someday. You are the consummate ringmaster and toastmaster whose ability will never be replaced.
Your support and passion for the …
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10/18/09
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From Arne Hoel, chairman, Swift Communications
Ray Carlsen is one of the first industry leaders I met when I joined Swift many years ago.
I recall attending my first Inland meeting in 1989. Ray made me feel special as he took the time to …
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10/18/09
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From Morley L. Piper, Newspaper Association Managers, Inc.
I am sorry Ray is leaving the newspaper association business. We have been friends for a long time but it is not for this I am sorry, because our friendship will endure and we will always …
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10/18/09
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From Michael Sean Comerford, freelance journalist, formerly of the Daily Herald
Long Inland Press study trips with Ray and his wife Blaze were enlightening, inspiring and revealing about one's travel partners. I have been on Inland sponsored …
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10/18/09
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From Art R. Hall, publisher, Cape May County Herald
Over the almost 20 years in which I have known Ray, I have developed an admiration for him for his numerous outstanding qualities, rarely found in one individual. Even though he carried the …
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10/18/09
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From Edward VanHorn, executive director, Southern Newspaper Publishers Association
I wanted to offer my congratulations on your long and successful career as a newspaper association leader and wish you the very best in your retirement.
It is …
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10/18/09
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From Debra Shapiro Weiss & The Metro Family
On behalf of everyone at Metro Creative Graphics, I would like to wish Ray the very best.
We have worked together for so many years and his dedication and enthusiasm for this industry has never …
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10/18/09
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From Tom Shaw, president, Shaw Newspapers
I have personally known Ray Carlsen from the time he joined Inland nearly a quarter of a century ago. He has shared his many gifts and talents, but his leadership heart, instincts and prowess stand above …
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10/18/09
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From Jeremy Weber, news editor, Christianity Today magazine
I first met Ray at the 2002 Inland annual meeting where as a college intern I nervously did some “real-world” reporting for The Inlander. Little did I know this would be the first of …
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10/18/09
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From John I. Marshall, senior vice president / sales & marketing, MYPRESSREPORTS.COM
From the first time I met you (about 30 years ago), you have been one of the most upbeat and positive people I have ever known. Also, I have always considered …
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10/18/09
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From Julie Inskeep, publisher, The Journal Gazette, Fort Wayne, Ind.
I am so happy for you that retirement is near. But all of us in the industry will sorely miss your strong and effective voice.
Since 1986, you have been the heart of this …
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10/18/09
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Thank you for introducing us to Inland. It was your persistence that brought Peter and me into the Inland family.
We wish you well in your retirement and hope to continue to see you at Inland meetings. One of these days, I really am going to get …
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10/15/09
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I was traveling with Ray Carlsen in Cuba several years ago, and we were in the middle of a crowd of people at a commune in Santiago, when he, as our leader, was asked to say a few words. I don't remember what he said, I simply remember the amazing …
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10/15/09
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A couple of words about Ray:
Great ones go out on top of their game.
Great ones set the mark for those to follow.
Great ones tell the truth.
Great ones work with those who don’t work well with others.
Great ones lead – but first …
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10/15/09
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Thank you, Ray, for supporting me and my business, HDS Premier Consulting.
I launched my business in the summer of 2007 with the goal of helping local market newspaper media and information companies transform their advertising programs and …
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10/15/09
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Ray,
You have set an incredible standard—not only for Inland Press Association, but the entire media industry as well! I am not aware of anyone else who has contributed so significantly to a media organization; assisting members to achieve …
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10/15/09
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Many of our ONA members are regular participants in Inland activities and some have served in the leadership of Inland, so we have all enjoyed a cooperative relationship over many years.
With Ray Carlsen at the helm we have certainly seen dynamic …
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10/15/09
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As you move into the next chapter of your life, know that you will be missed by all of us in the Inland family. Your leadership has made us the strong organization that we are today. You and Blaze have shared memories with friends around the country …
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10/15/09
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