A Tribute to Dieter Bergman BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, July 23, 2014—It is with great sadness that IPC announces the passing of Dieter Bergman, IPC staff member for more than 40 years. Decorated with countless awards over his lifetime, Bergman’s name will forever be synonymous with IPC and he leaves a legacy of friendships, lasting memories, and what is affectionately treasured by IPC staff and close friends as “Dieter-isms”—such as a 45-minute answer to a 10-second question. And with this announcement my father, IPC’s prolific contributor, developer, learner, educator, and publisher for over 61 years, was gone. Gone, but certainly not forgotten. The impact of Dieter’s labors still forms the foundation of many pillars IPC provides as support to the industry. As Dieter’s son, and an IPC staff member recruited by Dieter, I have been asked to reflect on his impact on IPC, and on the industry. I touched base with just a few of his innumerable industry friends to aid in this reflection. It may seem strange to you that I refer to him as Dieter, but I was comfortable this way—Dieter in public, Dad in private.