Jeff was already thinking of retirement when I bought On The Bay in 2017. In fact, that’s why he was selling: to slow down a bit, and to capture some of the value he and his partners had created in this successful magazine.
Having determined to sell, he agreed to stick around for a few years to weave On The Bay and 102.9 FM into a comfortable operational and commercial whole. Then came COVID, so we all just carried on for another year. But now, come August 31, Jeff’s tenure at this community mainstay really does come to an end!
Invariably, over time, there will be changes, but nothing drastic. Jeff and his team have laid down a great foundation, and we will build on that.
A measure of Jeff’s class in this transition is a note he wrote me recently. In it, he says:
“Moses, people don’t like change, and can be vocal about anybody tampering with a beloved product or institution. But I do not expect you to be trapped in a cautious mindset and just be content with the status quo. In your hands, On The Bay will evolve to meet the exciting times ahead for our booming community. That said, I trust that a new broom sweeps carefully, leaving the pearls intact.”
Thank you, Jeff! We’ll heed your words and take care of your “baby.” Best wishes for a busy, varied and satisfying retirement. ❧
Moses Znaimer
Founder, President & CEO, ZoomerMedia Inc.
