"Will, I thought I'd reach out and let you know that I have now signed an offer letter with Microsoft! I'm undergoing my background search now and expect to start remotely over the next couple of months with a move to Redmond, WA after the new year. This would not have happened if not for you and what you're doing with HBCU CONNECT. I have dreamt of working for Microsoft for years but never applied. I just didn't believe it would happen. So, I'm grateful to you for reaching out and providing the slightest push in the right direction. I'll practically be starting at the bottom but my foot is in the door and the opportunities are endless. So, again, thank you. Regards, Rodrick Blanton"