At quitting time today I took the time to explore the North Star suite of the Hazelnut Inn. I was amazed at every detail that I saw and fiercely proud as well. That undoubtedly sounds strange to many as I often receive a lion-sized portion of the credit for what comes out of our shop. The reality is that Peter has been the leader of the Imagination Corporation for well over eight years. Imagination Corporation and the Hazelnut Inn belong to him and his wife Hailey. I have purposely taken a big step back on the Inn project from the start to ensure it is theirs in every way possible. My primary job these days is helper (as I am able) and fiercely loyal cheerleader. Like a backseat driver, I often make comments and suggestions (sometimes heeded) but the creative decisions and direction we travel are determined by the guy at the wheel - as it absolutely should be. Those who have followed our work over the long term have noticed a marked difference in quality, style and detail under Peter’s leadership. He learned all I could teach him in our formative and growing decades and then as he took charge, Peter raised the bar and fine-tuned every process and method to take every single project over the top. In Peter’s words, ‘he stood on my shoulders to take things to the next level.’ What a wonderful adventure it has been! Just imagine where we will go from here. I’ll be watching with absolute glee from the backseat!
