I read some sad news. PASS have been an amazing organization for helping me grow my data platform expertise, learn and network in the database world. The summit events will always be something to remember. They have just always been there. It is sad to have another casualty of COVID-19.
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PASS could not have anticipated the impact COVID-19 would have
on the world, and on our organization. We are all reeling from what this year
has been and done, and it is with heavy hearts that we must share yet one
more bit of bad news from the annus
horribilis that was 2020.
We are saddened to tell
you that, due to the impact of COVID-19, PASS is ceasing all regular
operations, effective January 15, 2021.
With the registration shortfall from PASS Virtual Summit, a lack of cashflow,
and considering future obligations that PASS has on the books (i.e. 5 years’
worth of convention center and hotel agreements), PASS has no choice but to
cease its operations and pursue dissolution. During our December 3rd, 2020
Board meeting, the PASS Board unanimously approved taking next steps in this
unfortunate, but necessary, direction.
PASS has engaged experienced insolvency counsel and other professionals. All
steps that PASS takes now are under the advice of our independent legal
counsel as a part of the insolvency process. This includes communications,
debt repayment, asset disbursement, conducting Board business, and all other
actions.
We encourage you to take full advantage of any access that you have to PASS
content between now and January 15, 2021. After that point, PASS servers will
cease to function and members will no longer be able to access any PASS
resources. So, in the meantime, you can watch sessions on our website, and
download session recordings that you’ve purchased or that you have access to
as a PASS Pro member. Please take full advantage of this exclusive content
while you can.
Thank you for your support and engagement over the years. We wish you all the
best.
The PASS Board
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Out of ashes rises something new that shines brightly in the sky. A beacon of hope and new beginnings. Time to create a new free community conference and #sqlfamily home that utilizes technology, not just Teams and virtual conferencing but create a virtual world with 3d imaginary of yourself for full interaction with ones peers. There needs to be a central hub as it is so important to be a part of the community to share, grow and innovate. That is what makes the #sqlfamily such a strong community.
