Over the last few months of 2008 Profectio.com began a campaign to find the most influential individuals in Canada. They had an open nomination process for several weeks, following by weeks of voting. Their final tally was based on various metrics (see below) and sixty4media’s own, Rebecca Bollwitt, was on the list.
Rebecca Bollwitt ranked #4 in the country for the “Most Influential Women in Social Media” and the exciting news kept coming as we found out that a good friend of sixty4media, Darren Barefoot was also up there on the list of men.
“It’s always nice to be recognized by your peers and see your hard work pay off,” said Bollwitt. “If even in the form of a link on a website, or a friendly hat tip. I am listed among many amazing individuals that continue to share and create such excellent content, as well as those who have personally helped me grow over the years — it’s an honor.”
I am very happy for Rebecca, and for you as well John. You both put in a lot of hard work, and together you are bright and dynamic team. Ever since I was turned onto Miss604, I have been a fan. I am impressed with the quality of everything Rebecca does, and with how dialed in she is to the what’s what, and who’s who. Her sincere desire and ability to share information and make connections for people, is attractive to people, because it is genuine.
Having met Rebecca in person, I can say she is even more charming in real life, and even more giving and sharing than I even imagined. THAT quality, is something you can not fake or buy, it has to be in you. When people see it, and it is simply part of who a person is, it is irresistable, I am not at all surprised that she was honored this way. I was influenced from day one.
It has been a real treat to watch Rebecca go out and claim her place in this city. It is deserved, and I would not be surprised to see her at the top of that list eventually. And if I may, John, the way Rebecca describes it, it would seem this is also your award. Rebecca gives you a great deal of credit, and really honors everything that you do for her, so congratulations to you as well. You are a lucky man, watching her light up as she describes yours as a perfect partnership, only made me feel more happy for her, for you both!