Posted On: January 27th 2026, 03:48 pm
Firstly, thanks
@iszyg42 for inviting me into this wonderful community last year. I was thrilled to be invited back, and it was such a transformative experience. Working with ya is an honor, and I’m lucky to call you my friend!
Secondly to Aneesh, Andrea, and Claudia, y’all are the best. You bring such confidence with you to your work, it’s inspirational and influences those around you.
To the rest of the competition crew, y’all made the vibes happen, worked so hard and brought joy with you to each interaction. It was such a comfort to have y’all with us!
To the
@detroitsymphony , the Sphinx Symphony Orchestra, Maesta
@silvursmiles , and the
@sphinxorg : thank you for your trust in me, for your guidance, and for your excellence. Working as the stage manager for this past week is one of the greatest honors of my life, and I can’t wait to see all of you again.
Can’t wait till next year, but let’s all see each other sooner than that, yeah? Drop me a line if you roll thru Chicago.
Much much much love, Akshat