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A Sad Farewell to The BlogWorld/New Media Expo Community

Posted on February 28, 2013 Written by 54 Comments

 

To the Wonderful NMX/BlogWorld Community,

It’s with a very heavy heart that I tell you today is my last day as Director of Community for New Media Expo.   Though I’m exiting my role on the best of terms, the decision to move on was one of the most difficult decisions I’ve ever made on both a personal and professional level.  Through my time as both Conference Director and Community Director, I’ve met the most extraordinary people and it’s so hard for me to say good bye.

As the song goes, I’ve had the time of my life.

I won’t be far. I’ll always be a member of the NMX community, a conference I’m so passionate about I’ve been to every single one. Through my passion, I even managed to somehow to wrangle my way into making the switch from “attendee” to being part of the wonderful NMX team. I’m always around online I’d love to stay connected with you all on Twitter, and of course, here on my blog.

To the NMX team: Rick, Dave, Patti, Alli, Shane, Chris, Dani, Jill, Carrie, Tina, and Megan, I’m always here for you. Thank you, not only for all your help and guidance over the years, but for your friendship. I have the deepest love and respect for you all.

To the NMX community:  You’ve made me think, you’ve made me laugh, you challenged me, and you helped me to learn so much. It’s been such an honor and privilege  to spend time with you all. I’m so grateful for all the time we shared together.

I don’t know what the future holds. I’m taking some time to mull things over and find my groove. I’m going to work on my home, work on my garden, spend time with my family and do a little contract work in between. Eventually I’ll find another community in which to share my passion and learn from, and hopefully you’ll be a part of that too. I’m looking forward to this next chapter in my life and hope you’ll join me on my journey.

With much gratitude and love,

 

Deb Ng

 

 

 

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  • http://twitter.com/TheNapkinDad Marty Coleman

    We will miss you Deb. I was SO appreciative of your personal care and attention at my first Blog World in LA in 2011, it made a HUGE difference in how successful it was for me professionally and personally. THANK YOU!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      It was my pleasure, @twitter-16652156:disqus . It was people like you who made my job such a joy.

  • http://www.razorsocial.com/ Ian Cleary

    Very best of luck Deb with your next challenge!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you, Ian. We’ll have to find another way for you to stalk me!

      • http://www.razorsocial.com/ Ian Cleary

        Sure, that’s no problem, I have a tracking device in your handbag!

  • http://www.jasonkonopinski.com/ Jason Konopinski

    The very best of luck to you, Deb! We’ll certainly have to catch up very soon.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thanks, Jason. Would like that.

  • http://twitter.com/figmentations Helen Hoefele

    Sorry to see you go, Deb. But I wish you well. BTW, if you want to start a community of people who are also working on “finding their groove”, let me know, I’ll be the first to sign up. Wishing you all the best. :)

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you, Helen – I may do just that!

  • http://www.talknology.org/ Dave Thackeray

    Why did you decide to make the move, Deb? Seems a big loss to NMX and to you if there’s no definitive career path. Would imagine working for NMX would be awesome!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Hi Dave,

      The decision to leave wasn’t an easy one, but there were several factors all of which are personal to me and NMX. Let’s just say it was time to move on.

      My future is bright! I have contract work lined up and I’ve received a variety of huge offers over the past couple of weeks. It’s just important to me to take time to make the right decision.

      Working for NMX is awesome!

  • http://twitter.com/karasw Kara Williams

    You are so smart and so passionate. No matter what road you take, I am certain you’ll succeed.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you so much, Kara.

  • http://twitter.com/loumongello Lou Mongello

    Deb, I’m so sorry to see you leaving NMX, and want to thank you for all of your incredible work and dedication to the conference. On a personal level, I am sincerely grateful for all of your assistance, courtesies, support and how you always made me feel so welcome. I hope that our paths will cross again, whether it be at NMX or elsewhere. If there’s ever anything I can do at all to help, please let me know. I wish you the very best of luck on your journey, and hope that you enjoy the path to your next adventure. — Your friend, Lou

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thanks so much, Lou. You’ve been such a pleasure to work with. Please don’t be a stranger.

  • http://www.convinceandconvert.com/ jaybaer

    You’ll be missed! Looking forward to seeing your next chapter.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you, Jay. I am too!

  • http://www.facebook.com/troyarutter Troy Rutter

    All the best for your future endeavors, Deb!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you, Troy.

  • http://www.aaronhockley.com Aaron Hockley

    NMX (which I still want to call BlogWorld) won’t be the same without you. Thanks for all of your hard work in building it up to what it is today. Looking forward to what’s next, because I’m sure you’ll make it awesome.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you, Aaron. I’ve enjoyed working with you and hope you’ll stay in touch.

  • cuteculturechick

    I’m sure it was such a difficult decision, but you have to do what is best for you. Sometimes the greatest opportunities come after we make a big leap. I’m glad I’ll still see you around the bloggosphere and at events :)

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      It was a very difficult decision, Nicole, but a necessary one. I look forward to seeing you at Type A or on FAcebook!

  • http://www.blogworldexpo.com/ dave_blogworldexpo

    Love to you and the fam for a great Spring full of rewarding new challenges and enjoyment, and at some point, somehow, I have to taste some of Mister Ng’s BBQ you’ve been teasing me with for years, Deb! :D

    Warmly,
    Dave

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Dave, you’re welcome for BBQ any time. Just give us a few hours notice so we can get the smoker going.

  • Phil

    Deb,

    I don’t know what to say. I knew this day was coming, but I’m just not ready for it.

    You’ll be missed, you made NMX better and hopefully they will continue to build on your hard work!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Ha, Phil, if that’s really your name!

      Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a true labor of love.

  • Karin Hoegh

    Deb, you´ll be missed, and I wish you all happiness and success in the future. There is nothing you can´t do, if you want it!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you so much, Karin. I look forward to continuing to interact with you around the web.

  • http://scottmonty.com scottmonty

    Deb, you leave behind a great legacy. You’ve really stepped up and breathed life and vigor into the community that exists outside of the events themselves. I’m sure NMX will miss your talents, and I hope I can speak for everyone who’s a member of the community to say we will miss you as a leader, but continue to enjoy your company as a fellow member. Best of luck in the next phase of your career.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you so much, Scott.

  • http://www.mytakeradio.com Rich

    I enjoyed speaking with you at the Blog World NYC event Debbie. I wish you luck and continued success in all your endeavors.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you, Rich. The pleasure was mine.

  • DeniseGarratt

    Deb, It’s never goodbye with friends, just a new adventure. Thank you for always making me feel welcome and pointing me in the right direction when I needed it.

    It sounds as though you’re off to a wonderful start with some time for rejuvenation. Keep us all posted. Hugs and good wishes,

    Denise

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you for your kind words, Denise. I’m so happy I could help. My very best wishes to you.

  • http://piercingmetal.com/wordpress/ Ken Pierce

    Wow Deb, very sad to find the news about you leaving but despite this I wish you the very best going forward. I’m sure the Blog World world will not be the same without you but also that many will move it forward in positive fashion thanks to your efforts and information. Thanks for all the interest you had in my own little space on the web, it was always encouraging and your articles a true learning experience. Keep on rocking.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you, Ken. I’ll see you around the web and find you whenever I need a dose of metal.

  • http://twitter.com/vargasl Lauren Vargas

    And we wish you the best of luck. Find your groove and tell your own story.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thanks, Lauren.

  • http://www.spindows.com/ Clay Hebert

    Thanks for all that you’ve done over the years, Deb. You’ve been an asset to the community and we look forward to your next chapter.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thanks so much, Clay.

  • http://twitter.com/blogworld BlogWorld CEO

    There really isn’t anyway to express how sad we are to see you go Deb. You have been a leader of this community long before we asked you to join the team and you always will be.

    You know how much we appreciated all of your hard work and we love you as a friend. You are a part of my family.

    I am jealous that you get to attend the show now instead of working it

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thanks, Rick, for everything. I’m going to miss working with you.

  • http://www.CommunitiesDNAblog.com Rolando Peralta

    I wish you all the best in your new endeavours, Deb.
    And please, keep me posted about those new adventures: @RolandoPeralta.
    Cheers,

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thanks, Rolando. Best wishes for the future.

  • Debba Haupert- Girlfriendology

    You’ll be missed Deb! It has been wonderful working with you and being part of your community. HUGS!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      I won’t be far, Debba, and I’m sure we’ll cross paths many more times.

  • Julie Henning

    Deb. You rock! When one door closes, another one opens. I’m so proud of you!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      You rock too, Julie. Thanks so much!

  • http://twitter.com/Casandratweets Casandra Moreno

    I’m touched by the voice of your heavy heart. I have no doubt you are moving forward on an exciting and even more effective journey as you turn to work on your life garden and keep all your positive connections thriving.

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      Thank you, Casandra. My best wishes to you.

  • http://www.howardgreenstein.com/blog Howard Greenstein

    Thank you for everything, Deb!

    • http://kommein.com Deb Ng

      You’re very welcome, Howard. I’m sure I’ll see you around town and at other events!

  • http://saltydroid.info/ SaltyDroid

    You know what I love?

    Interesting developments.