We love this time of year, when -- among other things -- we get to look backward and forward at the same time, without hurting our neck.

We are grateful that 2010 turned out to be a better year than we had projected. We were honored to be selected by a handful of new clients -- some on a project basis, some on a continuing basis -- such as Local 825 of the International Union of Operating Engineers; Venolase (aesthetic laser treatment center); Zweena (personal health record); AquaAudit (NYC water management); SafeWatch (executive and personal security) and a large transportation management association.

In our business, as in the financial services industry, "past performance is no guarantee of continued results,"  so it is with some caution and humility that we are planning for continued growth in 2011.

We thank our existing (now we can say "long-time") clients: Union Medical Group; High Mountain Health; Advanced Cardiology Practice; Advanced Foot and Ankle Surgeons; and University Imaging; to name a few (okay, that's most of them).

We salute our trusted colleagues, who've been part of our growth and who've contributed to it.  While not exclusive, our primary team members may be viewed on the AvowCommunications website, or by clicking here.

And to all of you who read our monthly missives, thank you for the attention.  We've tried to keep it interesting and light and we have some new areas of focus we'll be writing about in coming newsletters -- such as our new category we've dubbed "brand rehabilitation."

We hope you've all done well despite the sputtering economy and we hope even more that you enjoy an even better 2011.

From the Avow Communications team, here's to your health, happiness and success throughout the holidays and the new year.