Martin Hardee and I had a chance to spend time with a whos who of web user experience experts from around the world. It was my first meeting and while Martin briefed me in what to expect, how to contribute, and who to meet, I was pleasantly surprised at the openness, spirit of helping each other, and sharing that this new community offered. It was refreshing to see folks openly talk about what they tried, what worked, what they'd do different the next time in a very candid manor.
Needless to say, if world leaders can work in this same spirit of openness, honesty, and candor, the world itself would benefit. I hope to contribute to the group as much as I can in the spirit that I observed. And the one key take away I learned from everyone there is, that it is OK to ask for help.