2021 was an attention-grabbing 12 months. It was, in some ways, higher than 2020, however comparatively talking, couldn’t we are saying the identical about another 12 months in trendy historical past? It moved quick. We adjusted and reacted in real-time to new realities and thrilling new ventures. In the end, when the mud settled, we got here by with our greatest 12 months but, and with exponential progress on the horizon.
These final couple years have been a ‘mutha for all of us. However I really feel extra motivated than ever to push ahead and carry the momentum we’ve constructed into the brand new 12 months and past. The vacations are an incredible time for many people, however will also be extremely difficult, miserable, and traumatic for others. If you happen to’re like me, perhaps it’s somewhat little bit of each. However as I look again on the 12 months and forward to what’s in entrance of us, I’m centered on displaying grace and being grateful for what I’ve round me – and right here at Proof, our biggest belongings are the individuals that select to return in (and go all-in) every single day.
Paul, Landon, and Nick are killing it on the design and artistic facet. We’re placing our absolute best work out right now, and with their powers mixed, they’re a drive to be reckoned with.
Mihai and Ana acquired married this 12 months! (woohoo!) and proceed to signify Proof from the opposite nook of the world in Romania. If you happen to’ve ever had line of copy written or an exquisite web site developed by Proof, you have got these two superb people to thank.
Dave is rocking our day-to-day mission administration and has us working extra effectively than ever. Understanding what to do, when to do it, and one of the simplest ways to go about it goes a LONG method. How he nonetheless places up with me after 10+ years of working collectively… I don’t know, you’d must ask him.
Ryan is the ‘new man’ on the crew and has introduced a wealth of data as we dive deeper into video and picture manufacturing within the new 12 months. We’re excited to inform tales in a extra dynamic and interesting method by this medium and Ryan is a rockstar behind the digicam.
Zach is main the cost for biz dev and is bringing Proof to new heights by significant, intentional partnerships. He simply welcomed his second youngster, the cutest little dude named Lando (which can be a completely cool title).
Life is nice at Proof and we’ve loads to be pleased about. We’re grateful for one another – that we get to do what we love (most) days – and that we get to work with nice purchasers that make our job difficult, rewarding, and with no boring second.
It’s customary (nicely, not less than since 2016) to ‘log off’ on the 12 months with a mixtape of our favourite tunes proper now. Our 2021 Proof Mixtape is dwell and prepared to your listening pleasure. If you happen to’re occurring a protracted highway journey, or simply want a minute to interrupt and step away from the inlaws, we hope you take pleasure in it as a lot as we loved placing it collectively.
Cheers to 2021 and to the brand new 12 months forward! Thanks for being right here and for being a part of the Proof household.
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Matt
