A goal fulfilled: time to pass the gavel.
For many years, I have had the opportunity to be involved with the National Kidney Foundation Council on Renal Nutrition (CRN) at the national level wearing many hats. I started as a Regional Representative in 1999 thinking that it would be the extent of my participation and little did I know where that would eventually lead. During the 10 years that I have been active at the national level, I have had the opportunity to meet many people and have made numerous friends. My own professional development has been enhanced by these friendships and with the experiences gained by working with the CRN. I wish to thank everyone for their ongoing professional support. My first message in the Journal of Renal Nutrition as CRNChair focused on the importance of mentoring, a topic I feel strongly about. For 20 years, I have been involved in educating dietetic interns in the area of renal nutrition. Professional growth is important for both the teacher and the student. To give back to your profession and to others who are up and coming in the field is a gift. You will growmore than you can realize and your profession will growwith you! Over the past 2 years, I have had the opportunity to meet many inspiring renal dietitians across the country who, despite having many demands on their time, are also involved in various forms of mentoring. I applaud these dietitians and encourage your continued