[Elecraft] A Success Story

[Edward Dickinson III]

	On this date, 5 years ago Elecraft gave formal announcement of the
impending release of the Elecraft K3 HF Transceiver.  While the leadership
at Elecraft had been toiling away for about a decade developing HF products,
April 27, 2007 was a fulcrum date where the development of products for a
broad audience became apparent.

	In the years since then, Elecraft has developed the K-Line, a
complimentary set of products which can have appeal to a wide range of HF
enthusiasts.  Accessories and enhancements continue to be developed.  As
well, Elecraft is now well recognized and respected throughout the world of
amateur radio for its development of high performance products.

	No longer are choices limited to 'The Big Three' and a few others.
Elecraft is a substantial, U.S. based producer of amateur radio products
with advanced features that provide good value in the mid-range of pricing
of equipment along with a variety of well thought out kits and more that
allow for budget-based involvement in our hobby.

	It is without doubt there are interesting stories to be told from
the five years since 2007.  As well, there are probably plenty from the
earlier years.

	It's been a good about 15 years and a stellar 5 years.  I invite the
Elecraft staff and development team members to offer perhaps brief comment
as appropriate on their roles as well as interesting experiences or
difficulties overcome along the path.  This celebration is in your honor!


73,
Dick - KA5KKT