I called Mom while I was shopping and asked, “Should I bring chocolate cake or apple pie for Christmas?” – Welcome

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One year later, Northstar had recovered the diverted money, restored canceled employee bonuses, and hired a respected physician-executive as CEO.

I remained board chair, working from an office that still held my father’s battered brass compass.

On the anniversary of that airport morning, I flew to Seattle again.

This time, there were no frantic calls.continue reading …