I was a sad day this week then Lisa Ross announced that FAO Research is ceasing its operations. I have known Lisa for several years as a good friend, and have rarely met such a talented industry networker and marketeer with a strong perspective on the industry. Lisa has also guested here during the early days of Horses.
Lisa's recent work bringing together the sourcing advisor and vendor communities in targeted forums created a platform for valuable industry interaction that only Lisa made possible. All is not lost, however, as she will continue her recently launched blog. Knowing Lisa, we will see her re-invented and re-energized in the not-too-distant future.
I also have known Lisa for the last 5-6 years after our first meeting at an outsourcing conference in NYC during my time at neoIT. As was said, she is a consummate professional who has the drive and determination to make everything she does a success. I'm surprised of the news, but given the challenges in the economy and in the marketplace it's understandable. I know Lisa will bounce back quickly and continue to be a voice in the sourcing and global vendor space.
I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you Lisa.
Posted by: Brian Tumpowsky | Jul 30, 2008 at 10:13 AM
Thank you, Phil. I am humbled. -Lisa
Posted by: Lisa Ross | Jul 27, 2008 at 04:38 PM