EdgeGamers,
Over the last few months and weeks, I have been unable to lead in the way that I expect a CEO to lead this community. After significant thought and discussion with the Board of Directors, alongside Mike (Artimus), Matt (USCG Hammer), and Nick (Kendle), I have determined that it is time for me to step back from the role of CEO. This will allow the community to flourish without the obstruction of my personal time. Effective immediately, I will be stepping down from the rank of CEO and relinquishing (with full approval from the Board) all responsibilities to GardenGroveVW, better known as Don.
Over the last several months, Don has emerged as the true leader of this community, frequently offering invaluable opinions and insights that contribute to our success as a whole. Where I have been able to contribute on a day-to-day basis, Don has provided strategic direction and operational guidance. This represents a shift from an operational mindset to a systematic approach, at which Don excels. There is no one better in my mind to lead this community into the years ahead. We remain steadfast in our approach to making this the best, tight-knit community on the internet. Regardless of who is in charge, we will continue to forge ahead towards our greater goals while Don propels us towards our overall goal of being the best place to network online.
Many immediate questions arise regarding how we will continue to operate moving forward. Rest assured, I (Legend) have provided the Board of Directors with significant thoughts on what comes next. However, it is ultimately up to Don and his Community Management staff to determine our path forward. I have no doubt that Don will appoint only the best personnel to his team to write the next chapter in EdgeGamers history. I am excited to see what is adopted and who is appointed to ultimately lead this community.
Fortunately, I have been afforded the opportunity to join the Board of Directors permanently and will not be departing permanently from this team. I will join the ranks under Artimus, alongside Matt, Nick, and Ben, in this new position as a Board Member. While I relinquish all day-to-day responsibilities, I remain ingrained in the operations of this community and will not disappear permanently. I have made myself available to Don in every capacity moving forward to ensure a seamless transition, allowing Don to thrive and build the future of this community.
On a personal note, this was one of the most difficult decisions I have ever faced in my life. I care deeply about this community, as it has provided me with opportunities in both my personal and professional life. I simply would not be where I am today without the assistance of this community, and I am sincerely grateful for every effort made to afford me this opportunity. This is not goodbye but rather an expression of excitement for what is to come, alongside my fellow team members. This has been a long post, and I am sincerely grateful for what this community has offered me over the years. I am honored to work alongside such amazing and compassionate individuals. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.
Here's to Don and his greater success moving forward. I look forward to working with him in a different capacity, not as CEO, but as a member of the Board of Directors.
Thank you again, EdgeGamers. You mean the world to me. From the bottom of my heart - I love you all. Cheers!
Legend
Once Chief Executive Officer, now a member of the Board of Directors.
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