If you’re reading this then it means we’ve (almost) reached the finish line of the 2005 Lotus Awards. If you listen hard enough, you’re sure to hear intermittent exhales of relief from the various committee members. Through all the minor panics and successes along the way, the one constant has always been the quality of the work. Our reputation as a small little outpost of creative excellence on a rather large international stage has been upheld and we’re exceedingly proud to represent that. So congratulations to who entered, whether you go home with hardware or not. And finally, a big heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, friends of Lotus, volunteers and committee members (their names are below – read them), without whom, none of this can happen. And if you should happen to see them tonight, shake their hand. Or, better yet, give them a hug.

Patty Jones and Sean Sean Mutlow, Co-chairs