Final Thoughts

We hosted the greatest conference we have ever held over the past few days. This year’s SMU Steel Summit Conference smashed attendance records with 1,291 registered attendees. This does not include the dozens who networked in the lobbies of the four hotels surrounding the Georgia International Convention Center.

It was a wonderful and emotional experience for me. After 45 years in the steel industry, it was time to personally say goodbye to those who helped my career, and to those who have supported Steel Market Update over the years. I want to thank all of you who approached me during the conference and shared your stories about coming to the conference, interacting with Steel Market Update, or who were customers when I was actively selling steel. Your kind words were very much appreciated and warmed my heart and soul.