As the year winds down, I'd like to extend my best holiday wishes to all of you.

I'll be taking time off next week for some long overdue R&R. I'll post to the site if something interesting comes up, but I'm not expecting too much excitement as pretty much everyone I've spoken to plans to take at least some time off to recharge their batteries.

VideoNuze is now the ripe old age of 2 1/2 months. It's been a whirlwind, and I'd like to thank everyone who has emailed me with terrific feedback - it's extremely gratifying! I love hearing from folks I already know, and also the many that I don't, letting me know that VideoNuze is making a really substantive contribution to their understanding of the broadband video space as well as impacting their decision-making. I also encourage all of you to share your thoughts on the site by posting timely and thoughtful comments to the site. Everyone benefits from hearing your opinions.

I've also heard from many of you who want to brief me on new startups or existing ventures. It's impossible for me to be aware of everything, so keep those pitches coming!

In '08 you can also expect more in-depth topical analyses, guest columns, interactive features and a few other surprises I have up my sleeve. As always, I welcome your feedback and suggestions - what's working, what's not, and what else is needed.

Last but not least, I want to extend my sincere thanks to VideoNuze's awesome sponsors who make all this possible. Currently they are Akamai Technologies, ExtendMedia, thePlatform, Voxant, Atlas Venture, Brightcove, Digitalsmiths, ICTV and PermissionTV. Each is making a terrific contribution to the broadband medium and I encourage you to learn more about all of them.

I've been very encouraged by the many emails and phone calls I've received from prospective sponsors. VideoNuze is quickly being recognized as the premier online publication for reaching busy broadband video executives. This was another key goal of mine. Going into '08, VideoNuze will be welcoming a number of new sponsors!

In closing, I'd like to wish you peace, prosperity and much happiness in the new year.

Regards,

Will