This past year I had the privilege of overseeing an event that was a Canadian ideal–a day with the Stanley Cup and a Canadian NHL player for the Washington Capitals, combined with a community and charity focused initiative with the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. What is more Canadian than hockey, community and giving back?

Even better, the client was the kind of client you always hope to work with. He had a unique opportunity and was willing to share it for the greater good. He was open to ideas but clear on his desired outcomes. He made decisions quickly, had a budget and while he had done some of the legwork, he was supportive of handing over the reins and trusting that I would deliver. In other words, he was a team player–not surprising given his occupation.

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