And last, but hardly least, LFC's Michael Tamburello gladly presented the banquet's host, Jim Conder for his unique and spirited contribution to the organization throughout the years. Mr. Conder help promote the national release in 2000 and provided accolades for the project, one that was caught on tape and used in a special video presentation shown that evening. In many ways, Jim has functioned as a sort of ad hoc spokesperson in his heartfelt "connectedness" to the LFC project and its musical mission.