Lou Friedman handed off the keys to the Planetary Society -- and a few worlds as well -- to new Executive Director Bill Nye, all captured in a tongue-in cheek video.
Bill also presented Lou, a dyed-in-the-wool Yankees fan, with a special retirement gift from himself, the staff and the board -- two original seats from Yankee Stadium. After trying them out with his wife Connie, Lou later quipped, "Hmmm -- maybe I will REALLY retire!" While Lou is stepping down as executive director, he plans to stay actively involved with the Planetary Society, overseeing the Lightsail project and working with other programs.
Thanks Lou for the great journey you have led us on over many years. And best wishes to you Bill as you take up the helm. Onwards (and upwards hopefully)!
Thank you Lou for the very good work over so many years! Have a nice time with your wife . Good bye from Nördlingen in the Meteor-Crater ,South Germany, Bavaria
Great video! I loved it!
Congratulations to both of you on your transition to your new roles in life and space exploration! May you both have fun years ahead of you!
Lou, I have been a member since the planetary society was formed. I'll never regret the day I responded to that form in the mail encouraging me to join it. Your leadership and participation was and will be key as we move forward. All the best.
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Congratulations to both of you on your transition to your new roles in life and space exploration! May you both have fun years ahead of you!
Greetings from Stockholm, Sweden