I wanted to send very special shout-outs’ to those who put energy into making sure you had the amazing time that you did.

So, [holds breath] a huge shout out to …

The partners in crime: Shane Morris, Finula Crowe and Chris Bright, these guys (+ myself) make up the REMIX core team. It’s these guys who put REMIX on this year, we keep each other sane (and insane at times), but it’s our respect for each others craft that makes REMIX better each year. Without you, REMIX wouldn’t rock. For various personal reasons, this year was the most challenging for all of us, thank you all for being so supportive of each other.

Fin doesn’t often get the public recognition that she deserves, but Fin makes sure the business end of town is taken care of, leaving Shane and I to get the best content to you guys. Thank you Fin!

The keynoters: This year’s keynote round up was one of the most exciting so far. Mega-props to …

• Shane Morris: Dude, as always, it has been a pleasure sharing the stage with you. Every time we get to hang I get better at my craft, thank you for continuing to be an inspiration.
• Peter Williams, CEO Deloitte Digital: for your opening, in the little time that I’ve gotten to know you, I’ve appreciated how down to earth you are, it’s been a pleasure.
• Iain McDonald, Founder Amnesia Razorfish: Iain is truly an industry leader, it was an honour to have you grace our stage. Special props to Brady O’Halloran and Jack Ukleja who where the Surface “brains behind the operation”. Even special’er props to Shane Morris who’s awesome knows no bounds, he rolled up his sleeves on this one, cut code and did a great job. I am in awe of how you do anything to get the job done, especially as it inevitably takes you out of your comfort zone.
• Michael Baker, GM of Technology, Incite: Michael showed us what they were getting up to earlier this year, we then threw out a wish list of things that would make it more awesome, Michael then delivered in spades and all in concurrency with the launch of his product. Mike, thanks for being such a great customer, it was our pleasure to have you share you great work at remix! Big thank you to Greg Willis for being BFF’s with Incite, it’s a great example of how Microsoft works so well with our customers.
• Stuart McGrath, CIO, GraysOnline with Tatham Oddie and Damian Edwards: Stewart agreed to be involved with IE8 and REMIX and did a superstar job on stage. Stewart, it has been a pleasure getting to know you over the past few months.Thank you for making the commitment you gave to REMIX with your product launch just days before the event. And of course, your support team deserve much credit, Tatham Oddie and Damian Edwards the efforts and lengths you guys go to; to simply do great work, astonishes me every time. Damo and Tate gave up evenings to make sure the IE8 bits for Grays went live, all without being asked. You are both, without a doubt, true legends.
• Joe Pollard, CEO Ninemsn: Joe, you have been one of the most accommodating CEOs that I’ve worked with in my years. Your commitment to make sure we put on the best show and that we demonstrated your solution in the best light leaves me proud. Special shout out to Chris Bright who ensured “Joe’s people” and “my people” we’re talking.
• Jordan Knight, Readify: Lastly, a huge shout out to my man Jordan Knight. We asked Jordan to get involved with Ninemsn in the leadup to REMIX, Jordan’s dedication knew no bounds, he was available on IM at all hours, nothing was too difficult and he always over promised and over delivered. Jordan, working with you has set the bar for me when it it comes to working with developers, thank you!

The Speakers: The core of REMIX is the content. Every year, we try our best to deliver the leading experts in their fields, this year was no exception.

I was largely in charge of the technical content, so in no particular order …

• Jordan Knight: As if your great work with the keynote demos wasn’t enough, thanks for sharing just an inkling of your knowledge with us mere mortals.
• David Burela: Thanks for sharing your Azure lovin’. We’re at the beginning of the Azure journey, I look forward to watching you become an industry leader on the subject.
• Damain Edwards and Tatham Oddie: I’ve already shared my views on your awesomeness. You guys keep me challenged every time we hang together, you are true industry leaders and it’s my honour to share your company.
• Nick Hodge and his band of merry men: Nick, thanks for being such a leader and assembling such a great group of panellists (Richard Buggy, Lachlan Hardy, John O’Brien, JBA and Tatham Oddie). It was a great session that provoked thought.
• Bronwen Zande and John O’Brien, Soul Solutions: Guys, you have become a staple at our events, you are truly passionate about our technology and continue to innovate, thank you for continuing to share your time and knowledge with us.
• Jose Fajardo: What can I say, I’ve enjoyed watching you grow from the newbie Jose to an industry speaker who commands respect from his peers. It has been my honour to have you around.

A long list, I know, but these guys really deserve the credit for putting on a great REMIX.

Hope to see you all at REMIX10.

-mk