“This year has made me truly appreciate and thankful for the power of connection most of all. In my personal life, this means having the ability and privilege to have the chance to spend more time with family and pets as I work from home (under the same roof), share weekly digital meetings with my colleagues, and to catch up with my close friends both near and far whether in smaller groups or through video calls and texts. Beyond self, connection also involves cherishing your surroundings and what you have, having the continuous drive to never stop learning from others, standing up for causes, and giving back to the community.”