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ALAN HEIM EDITORS GUILD PRESIDENT It has been a pleasure to be the president of MPEG for the whole period of Cathy's leadership. It was amazing to watch her recover from the experiences of 2018, create relationships with the other locals we nego- tiate in tandem with, and lead us to the best contract in recent memory. SCOTT GEORGE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (AND FORMER WESTERN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR) Your dedication and commitment to the membership have been truly inspiring and will leave a lasting impact. It has been a privilege to work alongside you during your tenure as National Executive Director. Throughout your journey, you have faced numerous challenges with resilience and leadership, guiding and navigating the membership through each one. The mem- ories we've shared and the friendships we've built will endure as you continue on your path. BILL ELIAS LOCAL 700 SERGEANT AT ARMS I've had the privilege of serving on the board for 52 years, and during that time, I've met many exceptional people. Cathy Repola stands out as one of the best. From the moment she joined us in 1992, I knew she was the right person for the job. Her name immediately brought to mind her father's legacy, and I was thrilled that Ron recognized her potential and brought her aboard. Cathy's leadership has been trans- formative. Whether supporting retirees, advocating for women's rights, champi- oning diversity and LGBTQ+ inclusion, or 39 S P R I N G Q 1 I S S U E F E A T U R E COLLEAGUES FROM FAR AND WIDE SING HER PRAISES In Cathy's Corner