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Bernstein Realty to Participate in WBEA Expo
Bernstein Realty, a certified member of the Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), is very excited to participate in the WBEA Annual Conference tomorrow! This year’s EXPO, “Making Connections Count” will be the largest event of the year with over 1,200 people attending the two-day conference at Reliant Center. The event begins this Wednesday with workshops and a reception featuring a speech by Mayor Annise Parker. Thursday is the Exhibitor Extravaganza, which begins at 8:30 am with a ribbon cutting. There will also be a luncheon with speaker Lynn Tilton, an award ceremony, a silent auction and many wonderful networking opportunities. The purpose of the conference is to connect women’s business enterprises with corporate purchasers, governmental agencies and other women-owned businesses for the primary purpose of creating opportunities to work together. We hope you can make it to this wonderful event and drop by to visit our booth from 9am-4pm on Thursday!
Bernstein Realty Participates in Pet-A-Palooza
On Saturday, May 12th Bernstein Realty had a booth at Mix 96.5′s First Annual Pet-A-Palooza. This wonderful event featured many fun activities as well as an “adoption alley” that had several non-profit animal rescue organizations with dogs for adoption as well as information about adoption and fostering. It was a great day and Bernstein Realty enjoyed meeting new people, handing out dog treats and letting people know about our services. Bernstein Realty also premiered its very own dog toy!
Wayne Cohen Completes Ultra-Marathon
Bernstein Realty’s Wayne Cohen, known for his hard work and strong work ethic, recently displayed these two characteristics in an extreme way by completing the Old Mutual Two Oceans Ultra Marathon in Cape Town, South Africa (56 km or 34.8 miles) with his wife, Olya. This marathon is known for being one of the most beautiful and difficult ultra marathons in the world and takes place along the Cape Peninsula with extraordinary scenic views of the land and ocean. Cohen has run over 35 marathons, including 11 Boston marathons, with a personal best of 2:58. In 2011, Cohen was awarded Bernstein Realty’s Top Listing Agent for January, February, March and October and he also achieved Bernstein Realty’s Award of Excellence, an award presented to the Top 5 Producers of the company for the year. Cohen has built his business with hard work and continues to amaze his clients and colleagues with his unwavering determination and success in all of his endeavors.
Bernstein Realty’s Staff Celebrates Administrative Professionals Day with Amy Bernstein
For Administrative Professionals Day, Amy Bernstein took the staff to lunch at Union Kitchen and presented each with a gift to thank them for the fabulous work they do each and every day to keep Bernstein Realty growing and running so smoothly.
Amy Bernstein Speaks at Nextgen Realtor Group Luncheon
Amy Bernstein, President and Broker of Bernstein Realty, was invited to participate as a guest speaker at the Nextgen Realtor Group’s Networking with Real Estate Champions Luncheon at the Toyota Center. Amy discussed how she started Bernstein Realty and what it takes to own and operate a successful real estate company. It was a wonderful event filled with many enthusiastic, energized, and up and coming next generation Realtors that make up this fantastic Nextgen Realtor Group!
Amy Bernstein Speaks at WCR Luncheon, West Houston Chapter
Amy Bernstein was invited to be a panelist at the Woman’s Council of Realtors West Houston Chapter’s Extreme Networking Luncheon. Amy, along with several other Top Producing Brokers, shared her knowledge with other real estate agents and affiliates. It was a wonderful event!
Bernstein Realty Agent Sponsors Easter Event
Bernstein Realty agent Janice Ratliff was one of the sponsors of a recent Easter Egg Extravaganza in Cinco Ranch. The event featured music by Radio Disney, an Easter egg hunt and photographs taken with the Easter Bunny. Ratliff made arrangements to bring the Easter Bunny, portrayed wonderfully and charismatically by Norma Rea, another Bernstein Realty agent. The Easter Bunny (Norma Rea) was available for photographs, taken by the talented Ron Johnson, also a Bernstein Realty agent. The event was a huge success with many children and families in attendance and having a wonderful time. The event also featured a wide variety of other fun activities.
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Amy Bernstein Awarded one of the Top 20 Houston-Area Residential Real Estate Professionals by the Houston Business Journal
Amy Bernstein has been recognized by the Houston Business Journal as one of the TOP 20 Residential Real Estate Agents in Houston for 2011, based on sales production. This is Amy’s fourth year to be ranked in the top 25. This award represents the top 1% of all real estate agents in Houston and the surrounding suburbs. Congratulations Amy, we are so proud of you! Featured in photo: Amy Bernstein, with her fabulous, real estate assistant, Gloria Moorman..
Amy Bernstein and Mary Piper Live on the Air
On February 18th, 2012 Amy Bernstein and Mary Piper were invited to be guests on Terry Kelling’s The Trusted Link to the Real Estate Experts radio show, which is on 1070am KNTH from 3pm-4pm, to discuss real estate and relocation. According to Kelling, “Amy Bernstein is perfection! As a broker coaching her agents to reach the best for each of their clients or working with her own individual Buyers and Sellers, Amy always works to reach the best outcome. Amy’s history speaks highly and I have only seen Amy’s excellent approach each time I have had the opportunity to work with her. Whether as a guest contributor on Real Estate Radio and bringing excellent information to our listeners or as a consultant with Buyers/Sellers, Amy always researches the best options and helps her clients to make the most optimal situation happen! You won’t miss a beat with Amy!” Amy and Mary enjoyed the experience and both look forward to future opportunities in radio!
Bernstein Realty’s 2011 Top Producer Dinner
Amy Bernstein, president and broker of Bernstein Realty, recently hosted a celebratory dinner at Eddie V’s in honor of the company’s 2011 Top Agents. Each agent received a personalized gift to commemorate his or her high achievement. In addition, Bernstein thanked all for their hard work and toasted their continued success. A special evening was had by all. Photographed
From left to right: Rich Stone, Estelle Elles, Susanne Pizzitola, Wayne Cohen, Susan McCauley, Judy Levin, Julie Brann, Amy Bernstein, Morgan Pickens, Mark McNitt
Bernstein Realty’s 2011 Awards Celebration Luncheon
Amy Bernstein, president of Bernstein Realty, recently hosted the company’s 2011 Awards Celebration Luncheon at Tony’s.
Mark McNitt received the company’s highest honor when he was presented with the “Top Producer” award for 2011. This is an extraordinary achievement for McNitt who has received this prestigious honor previously during his 18-year tenure with Bernstein Realty. McNitt was also named as the company’s Top Sales agent and Top Listing agent for 2011.
Tricia David was awarded the Top Leasing Agent for 2011and Susan Wolf McCauley won the award for the Highest Dollar sale. Julie Brann was presented with the company’s Shining Star award and Tricia David and Susanne Pizzitola were given the Rising Star award for 2011.
Bernstein also presented the Achievement of Excellence award to the company’s five highest producing agents for the year; Wayne Cohen, Estelle Elles, Mark McNitt, Janice Ratliff and Rich Stone.
Several anniversaries with the company were also celebrated that day, including 5 years for Myra Alderete and Julie Brann, 10 years for Gloria Moorman and Susan Wolf McCauley and 15 years for Barbara Murdock. Bernstein gave appreciation remarks to several agents and staff that went above and beyond their real estate activities throughout the year. Bernstein also thanked everyone at the company for their outstanding contributions to the record-breaking success and growth of Bernstein Realty in 2011.
Bernstein Realty Adopts-A-Family for the Holidays
As part of an ongoing tradition, Bernstein Realty selects a charitable organization for holiday giving. This year, the firm adopted a family through Candlelighters and collected toys, gifts and clothing. Mr. and Mrs. Claus even made a special appearance! Candlelighters Adopt-A-Family began almost 20 years ago and its goal is to spread holiday cheer to those families who find the season especially difficult while coping with a child diagnosed with cancer or having recently lost a child to cancer. Bernstein Realty was excited to make Christmas special for the Candlelighter family. It was a joy
Bernstein Realty hosts Holiday Celebration
Amy Bernstein, President and Broker of Bernstein Realty, recently hosted a Holiday Celebration at the company’s office. The annual event brings together the agents and staff of the firm to ring in the season. The Bernstein Realty group participated in a Scavenger Hunt where the clues lead them to arts and craft supplies in and around the office building. Each group then created their own holiday masterpieces including a Snow-woman and Snow-Realtor® fully equipped with contracts! A great time was had by all!
Worldwide Employee Relocation Council®’s Global Workforce Symposium
Bernstein Realty’s Amy Bernstein and Mary Piper recently returned from the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council®’s Global Workforce Symposium in Denver where they attended three days of educational sessions, bringing back valuable information to share with Bernstein Realty agents and staff. They had a wonderful time,... visiting with friends, existing clients and meeting new clients!
Bernstein Realty named one of Houston’s Fast 100 Two Years in a Row
Bernstein Realty was named one of Houston’s Fast 100 by the Houston Business Journal. This prestigious award honors the 100 fastest-growing companies in the Houston area. We are proud to be a part of this distinguished group.
Amy Bernstein on “Beyond the Headlines”
Amy Bernstein was recently featured on Channel 2’s “Beyond the Headlines” segment. The show, which covers prevalent issues in-depth, airs on Sunday mornings at 5:30am. Bernstein discussed the Houston real estate market, the buying and selling process and interest rates with KPRC senior producer Kim Davis and mortgage banker Jennifer Hernandez.
Bernstein, President and Broker of Bernstein Realty, has appeared previously on “Beyond the Headlines” with Kim Davis. As a leader in Houston relocation and real estate, Bernstein has over 25 years of experience and strives to keep consumers informed about the current market.
Bernstein Realty Celebrates Amy Bernstein’s 50th Birthday
2011 marks the 50th birthday of Amy Bernstein, President and Broker of Bernstein Realty. The agents and staff of the boutique residential real estate firm planned a surprise luncheon to honor Bernstein.
Under the guise of a staff lunch, Bernstein arrived at one of her favorite Houston eateries, Ciro’s Italian Grill, to a room full of her agents and staff. The afternoon included a welcome and toast by long-time broker associate Bob Murdock who also served as the event’s emcee. As a special surprise, Bernstein was serenaded “Happy Birthday” by Ciro A. Lampasas, owner of Ciro’s Italian Grill. Surprised and shocked, Bernstein was speechless.
At Bernstein Realty, it is about the team, the family and the supportive work environment that Bernstein has created and molded. The touching event encapsulated the culture of Bernstein Realty and the touching thoughts, stories and remarks will leave a lasting effect on those present that day.
Bernstein Realty participates in WBEA Expo
Bernstein Realty is a certified member of the Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Bernstein Realty was an exhibitor at the WBEA Expo 2011. This year’s Expo, “Connections 2011 Delivering Value. Committed to Success”, set out to connect women’s business enterprises with corporate purchasers, governmental agencies and other women-owned businesses for the primary purpose of creating opportunities to work together.
Amy Bernstein speaks at NRG’s Extreme Networking Luncheon
Amy Bernstein, President and Broker of Bernstein Realty, spoke at NRG’s Extreme Networking Top Producer Event. The room was filled with energy and excitement as members of NRG got to spend one on one time with the best of the best! As one of Houston’s Top Producers, Amy was invited to speak to the group in a speed networking style luncheon.
Amy Bernstein, TOP 10 Residential Real Estate Agents in Houston for 2010
Amy Bernstein has been recognized by the Houston Business Journal as one of the TOP 10 Residential Real Estate Agents in Houston for 2010, based on sales production. Congratulations Amy, we are so proud of you!
Janice Ratliff named one of David Weekley Homes’ 2010 Top Realtors®
Janice Ratliff, Bernstein Realty’s 2010 top producer, recently earned DavidWeekley Homes’ 2010 Top Realtor® Bronze Award for the west Houston sales team. A relocation specialist, ratliff has been featured as one of the top-producing agents in cinco ranch for several years. She and her husband have been residents of Cinco Ranch for almost 20 years. They are known for their appearances at events as Santa and Mrs. Claus for more than 20 years, and holding fund-raisers benefiting the city’s homeless children.
Bernstein Realty Agent and Dog perform Frisbee demonstrations
Mark McNitt, Bernstein Realty’s 2010 Top Sales Agent and proud member of the Houston Canine Frisbee Disc Club performed Frisbee Dog demonstrations at Cinco Ranch’s new 24 home model park. The club provides demonstrations at local charity events, school functions and corporate gatherings. Their goal is to heighten public awareness of the happiness dogs can bring to people’s lives when properly trained and to educate the public about the need for animal population control through spaying/neutering over euthanasia and to promote canine rescue organizations.
Bernstein Realty’s 2010 Top Producer Luncheon
Amy Bernstein, president and broker of Bernstein Realty, recently hosted a celebratory dinner at Tony’s in honor of the company’s 2010 Top Agents. Each agent received a personalized bottle of champagne to commemorate his or her high achievement. In addition, Bernstein thanked all for their hard work and toasted their continued success. A special evening was had by all!
Bernstein Realty’s 2010 Awards Celebration Luncheon
Amy Bernstein, president of Bernstein Realty, recently hosted the company’s 2010 Awards Celebration Luncheon at Grotto Ristorante.
Janice Ratliff received the company’s highest honor when she was presented with the “Top Producer” award for 2010.
Other award recipients included Mark McNitt and Trent Johnson both had the exact same number of sales transactions and received the Top Sales Award, Mark McNitt received the Top Listing Award, Wayne Cohen received Top Leasing Award and Bernstein Realty’s Rising Star Award, and Susan Wolf McCauley received the Highest Dollar Sale Award.
Bernstein also presented Estelle Elles, Mark McNitt, Susan McCauley, Bob Murdock, and Janice Ratliff with the Achievement of Excellence award.
Bernstein also recognized several agents and staff and thanked all for their outstanding contributions to the success and growth of the company in 2010, and all are looking forward to a wonderful 2011!
Bernstein Realty’s December Sales Meeting
Bernstein Realty’s monthly sales meeting involved Holiday cheer! Everyone attending divided into teams and each team was given the challenge to make a pine wreath with basic supplies and anything scavenged from around the office! Happy Holidays from our home to yours!
Mr. & Mrs. Claus visit Katy’s ARTreach Holiday Party and Tree Lighting
Bernstein Realty’s very own Janice Ratliff and Ron Johnson (aka Mr. & Mrs. Claus) paid a special holiday visit at Katy’s ARTreach Holiday Party and Tree Lighting.
7th Annual Houston Championship Chili Cook-off
On Saturday, November 20, Bernstein Realty agents, staff, clients, and friends joined together to participate in the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo’s Annual Chili Cook-off at Traders Village. The cooking team was led by David Moorman & Stan Davis (chili cooks) and David Moorman (bean cook). Bernstein Realty placed for both their chili and beans! The day-long event helped raise money for youth and education scholarships. A great time was had by all!
Worldwide Employee Relocation Council®’s Global Workforce Symposium
Bernstein Realty’s Amy Bernstein and Mary Piper recently returned from the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council®’s Global Workforce Symposium in Seattle where they attended three days of educational sessions, bringing back valuable information to share with Bernstein Realty agents and staff. They had a wonderful time,... visiting with friends, existing clients and meeting new friends!
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Bernstein Realty agents, staff and friends joined together to participate in the 2010 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in downtown Houston. The Bernstein Realty team, led by Team Captain Mindy Tribolet, put on their Bernstein Realty t-shirts and walking shoes to help raise money for breast cancer research and education.
Women in the Fast Lane of Real Estate
Bernstein Realty’s very own Amy Bernstein served as a role model {and fashion model} at the Women in the Fast Lane of Real Estate luncheon and style show! Amy was selected by the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce and was among a selected group of residential and commercial brokers who serve as models in the real estate industry. Congratulations Amy–you are a true role model for all of us!
Bernstein Realty named one of Houston’s Fast 100
Bernstein Realty was named one of Houston’s Fast 100 by the Houston Business Journal. This prestigious award honors the 100 fastest-growing companies in the Houston area. We are proud to be a part of this distinguished group!
Amy Bernstein: “Beyond the Headlines”
Amy Bernstein was recently featured on Channel 2’s “Beyond the Headlines” segment. The show, which covers prevalent issues in-depth, airs on Sunday mornings at 5:30am. Bernstein discussed the Houston real estate market and trends in the mortgage industry with KPRC senior producer Kim Davis, mortgage broker Mark Cady and fellow Realtor Michael Weaster.
Bernstein, President and Broker of Bernstein Realty, has appeared previously on “Beyond the Headlines” with Kim Davis. As a leader in Houston relocation and real estate, Bernstein has over 25 years of experience and strives to keep consumers informed about the current market.
Happy Fourth of July!
Each year, Bernstein Realty Sales Associate, Mark McNitt, personally places 600 American flags in the yards of his neighbors in Copper Lakes and Copperfield Place to celebrate the Fourth of July. McNitt is shown here with a handful of the flags.
Bernstein Realty gives back to the Houston community.
As part of Bernstein Realty’s on-going commitment to the Houston community, the real estate firm partnered with the Houston Food Bank for its spring and summer philanthropy projects. The project, split in to two parts, consists of a food drive which benefits the numerous programs the Food Bank offers to feed and nourish the community, and a volunteer day at the Food Bank’s Northwest Mall location. On Saturday, June 19, a group of Bernstein Realty agents, staff, and family were a part of the driving force behind the work that the Food Bank does on a daily basis. The group worked in an assembly line preparing boxes that will give a senior or new mother in the community with a 2-3 day supply of food. After several hours, the group successfully put together 675 boxes that will be distributed throughout the city.
Houston topped this year’s Forbes list of cities where a recent college graduate can get a strong start on a high-powered career. The magazine placed the Bayou City at No. 1 for its “business-friendly environment and abundance of oil money,” considering it is home to 14 of the country’s largest companies.
http://www.forbes.com/2010/06/17/best-cities-young-professionals-lifestyle-real-estate-careers.html
The fate of the Eighth Wonder of the World? Reliant Park officials have unveiled a $1.35 billion plan that would convert the Astrodome, the world’s first domed sports stadium, in to a multipurpose convention and science center.
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/metropolitan/7052515.html
2010 JDRF Promise Ball
Amy Bernstein, President and Broker, Bob Murdock, Broker Associate, and Barbara Murdock recently attended the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)’s 2010 Promise Ball – An Evening of Hope. Held at the Hilton Americas-Houston, the event featured dancing, dinner, and silent and live auctions. Bernstein Realty’s long time friends and clients, the Wright Family, were honored for their commitment and dedication to the Foundation.
JDRF’s mission is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. The Promise Ball was a wonderful event which raised vitally needed funds for diabetes research. In addition, as avid supporters of JDRF, Bernstein Realty associates participate annually in the Walk to Cure Diabetes held in the fall.
Bernstein Realty participates in WBEA Expo
Bernstein Realty is a certified member of the Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). On Wednesday, May 19 and Thursday, May 20, 2010, Bernstein Realty was an exhibitor at the WBEA Expo 2010. This year’s Expo, “Path to Prosperity”, set out to connect women’s business enterprises with corporate purchasers, governmental agencies and other women-owned businesses for the primary purpose of creating opportunities to work together.
June 1st marks the beginning of Atlantic Hurricane Season! According to the NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center (a division of the National Weather Service), this hurricane season is expected to be “active to extremely active”.
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/disaster_prevention.shtml
Houston... a model city? We think so, and so does Joel Kotkin, a distinguished presidential fellow in urban futures at Chapman University, and contributor to Forbes.com. He writes that “Innovation, job growth and immigration put this Lone Star city ahead of New York and Boston.”
http://www.forbes.com/forbes/2010/0607/opinions-houston-immigration-job-growth-on-my-mind.html
Sales Associate Races for the Cure
Bernstein Realty sales associate, Mindy Tribolet, recently participated in the Southern Arizona Race for the Cure in Tucson. Mindy is an avid supporter of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure and has served as Bernstein Realty’s Team Captain for the Houston Race for over four years.
Amy Bernstein and Mary Piper Appear On “Your Home with Chris Kelso”
Amy Bernstein, President and Broker at Bernstein Realty, and Mary Piper, Director of Relocation and Operations at Bernstein Realty were recently featured on the radio show “Your Home with Chris Kelso” on CNN 650 AM. The show, which provides the A to Z of home ownership, airs on Sunday afternoons at 1:00pm. Guests of the show include the who’s who of Houston’s businesses and services. Bernstein and Piper discussed the Houston real estate market, relocation and current trends on the radio show with show anchor, Chris Kelso.
As a leader in Houston relocation and real estate, Bernstein Realty has over 25 years of experience. Bernstein and Piper strive to keep consumers informed about the current market. Each year, Bernstein Realty’s Corporate Relocation Department assists individuals and families in making a smooth and successful move to or from Houston.
Bernstein Realty celebrates 25 years
2010 marks the 25th anniversary of Bernstein Realty. In honor of the company’s silver anniversary, the agents and staff of the boutique residential real estate firm planned a surprise luncheon to honor Amy Bernstein, founder, president and broker.
Under the guise of a lunch meeting, Bernstein arrived at one of her favorite Houston eateries, Tony’s, to a room full of her agents and staff. Surprised and shocked, the normally verbose Bernstein was speechless.
The firm’s Advisory Council, including Estelle Elles, Mark McNitt, Gloria Moorman, Bob Murdock, Mary Piper, and Janice Ratliff, coordinated the event. The six, with the help of Marketing Director, Lindsay Adler, spent close to two months preparing for the day and took every opportunity to make the occasion special and memorable for Bernstein, the agents and staff.
The afternoon included a welcome and toast by long-time broker associate Bob Murdock who also served as the event’s emcee. Several agents and staff members rose to toast Amy and share memories and anecdotes. The luncheon concluded with a fabulous video presentation highlighting the company’s 25 years in business and the memories made along the way.
When asked about Bernstein Realty’s success, Bernstein, consistently one of Houston’s top producers and driving force behind the company, emphatically answers that it was not, is not and never is all about her. At Bernstein Realty, it is about the team, the family and the supportive work environment that Bernstein has created and molded. The touching event encapsulated the culture of Bernstein Realty and the touching thoughts, stories and remarks will leave a lasting effect on those present that day.
Cinco Ranch Easter Egg Extravaganza
Bernstein Realty Sales Associate Janice Ratliff recently sponsored the annual Easter Egg Extravaganza in Cinco Ranch. The event featured music by Radio Disney, an egg hunt and photographs with the Easter Bunny. Ratliff provided the Easter Bunny who was available for photographs throughout the afternoon. In addition to the Easter egg hunt, the event featured an array of activities for children.
Texas Relocation Network – 2010 Conference
Amy Bernstein, President and Broker at Bernstein Realty, and Mary Piper, Director of Relocation and Operations at Bernstein Realty recently attended the Texas Relocation Network 2010 Conference in Dallas. The topics included market recovery, cutting edge tactics for social networking, relocation industry changes, and excellence in customer service. As members of the Employee Relocation Council, Texas Relocation Network and Houston Relocation Professionals, Bernstein and Piper are committed to continuing education and professionalism in regards to the relocation industry. Each year, Bernstein Realty’s Corporate Relocation Department assists individuals and families in making a smooth and successful move to or from Houston.
Bernstein Realty’s 2009 Awards Celebration Luncheon
Amy Bernstein, president of Bernstein Realty, recently hosted the company’s 2009 Awards Celebration Luncheon at Grotto Ristorante.
Bob Murdock received the company’s highest honor when he was presented with the “Top Producer” award for 2009. This is an extraordinary achievement for Murdock who has reached this prestigious honor numerous times throughout his career with Bernstein Realty. The occasion was even sweeter as Murdock, a member of the firm’s Advisory Council, also celebrated his twenty-year anniversary with the company in 2009.
Other award recipients included Mark McNitt as Top Sales Agent, Katie Aguilar as Top Listing Agent, Tyler New as Top Leasing Agent, Judy Levin as the Rising Star, and Susan Wolf McCauley with the Highest Dollar Sale.
Bernstein also presented Trent Johnson, Mark McNitt, Susan McCauley, Bob Murdock and Janice Ratliff with the Achievement of Excellence award.
Bernstein mentioned several agents and staff and thanked all for their outstanding contributions to the success and growth of the company in 2009.
