In looking back at my 25 years with RMI, I am overwhelmed with memories... many of which were of Martin. My post today is an excerpt from the eulogy I gave during Martin's services last Thursday, but found it so appropriate in reflecting on my times with RMI.

I'm sure I can speak for everyone at RMI in saying that Martin was the best boss anyone could hope to have. He was kind, patient, respectful and generous. He encouraged us and gave us the tools and independence and support to achieve our goals. His door was always open; whether you had a question or a problem or wanted his input or advice; he was always available and receptive and supportive.

We have so many employees who have been with us over 10 years (almost ½ the company) and 4 for over 20 years and several who have left and returned, and that’s because of Martin. He always wanted the best for our clients and the best from us. And we were happy to give it to him.

And we had fun….we had a lot of fun! There were so many lunches in his office, Halloween parties, company picnics, holiday parties. We always tell potential employees at interviews that we work really hard but we also like to have fun.

One story that comes to mind is the Halloween party when management dressed up as the Addams Family (Laura was Morticia) and brokerage dressed up as The Brady Bunch (I was Jan). Laura had her macaw, Dixie, and I had my dog, Lucy. When Martin called Laura and me into his office for a meeting, I told Lucy to stay in my office but Martin said, “Its ok; she can come”. So, I brought Lucy into his office and Laura had Dixie on her shoulder. Well, Lucy was VERY interested in Dixie and Dixie was NOT happy about it. After several minutes of this, Martin said “maybe we should do this tomorrow”.