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C I N E M A A U D I O S O C I E T Y. O R G 13 Acon Digital, Apple, Avid, Ginger Audio, Halter Technical, iZotope Inc., K-Tek, Krotos Audio, Lectrosonics Inc., McDSP, Sound Particles, ShotDeck, Todd-AO/Absentia DX, and Zaxcom. Sherry took the time to thank this year's panel of SRA judges, which was special seeing as I was a first-time volunteer. I was honored to have played a small part in securing the future of our industry for the youth who would follow in our footsteps. The immensely gifted and talented J.J. Abrams was honored with the CAS Filmmaker Award for outstanding achievement, highlighting an illustrious career. Jon Favreau presented the award to Abrams, but not before sharing his vantage point watching his friend's career unfold over a span of 20 years. To seal off the night with the main event, Doug Kent—flanked by Phillip W. Palmer CAS, Elmo Ponsdomenech CAS, and Doug Andham CAS—shared a touching tribute to his best friend, the legendary Joe Earle CAS. In true Joe Earle form, upon accepting the award, he chose to address the next generation and encouraged his colleagues and peers to pass on their skills and knowledge to "the youngsters." He then shared five prepared lessons for the next generation: 1. "This business is a marathon, not a sprint." 2. "You are not as good as you think you are." 3. "Make all your strengths stronger and make all your weaknesses your strengths." 4. "It is not your show!" 5. "This may be your last chance." But it was Earle's acknowledgments that had every attendant leaning in as he shared the love and support of his family and friends, who he credited for helping him achieve the success he has to date. The celebration continued in the foyer and terrace rooms as attendants enjoyed music and conversation, reflecting on what truly was and remains a night to remember. You can be sure that the CAS fully recognizes and does not take for granted the support of all its members, sponsors who have given generously to the cause of advancing sound for film and TV, and most importantly, every member of the sound community who takes the time to acknowledge the hard work that goes into the great work that we do. Videos of the winners' speeches are available on the CAS website by navigating to the "60th Annual Awards Coverage" section under the "Awards" tab. I had an incredible time covering this event and found it exciting but not surprising that plans for the 61st CAS Awards are already underway. It remains an incredible honor to be part of the Cinema Audio Society and I can't wait to celebrate again next year as we honor the best of the best artisans of sound for film and television. L-R: Juan Peralta, Michael Semanick CAS, and Howard London CAS Ryan Kennedy and Lauren Hamamoto Mark Mangini MPSE Bruce Greenwood L-R: Peter Devlin CAS and J.J. Abrams Diana Bryne and Sean Bryne Gary A. Rizzo CAS L-R: Marc Fishman CAS and Becky Jackson L-R: Mark Lanza MPSE, Deby Lanza, Nancy Minkler, and Christian Minkler CAS Joe Earle CAS