<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote">All,</div><div class="gmail_quote"><br></div><div class="gmail_quote">Barry Rhodes the CEO of INEX in Ireland just passed away. Barry was a greater leader among the IXP community in Europe and was instrumental in pushing great projects like IXP Manager. Rest in Peace.<br>
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INEX members,<br>
<br>
Unfortunately, I have some very sad news to share with the <br>
INEX community this evening. Following a brief period of illness, <br>
Barry Rhodes passed away this afternoon.<br>
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Barry radiated a gravitas that naturally won peoples' confidence and <br>
respect. His ease at being equal to everyone, regardless of <br>
their position, is what leaves us all mourning a good friend. He was a <br>
true gentleman, and his kindness and courtesy will always remain with us.<br>
<br>
Many organisations come to critical points in their development <br>
and without strong and determined leadership, they never reach <br>
their potential. With INEX, Barry Rhodes joined us 15 years ago as Chief <br>
Executive at one such point. Through his expertise, natural charisma, <br>
and ability to lead, he developed INEX into the globally known and <br>
respected IXP that it is today. We owe him a debt of gratitude for his <br>
work in achieving that.<br>
<br>
The greatest grief at this time is his wife Sandy’s, whom many in <br>
the community have met and have heard Barry speak of so often. We <br>
have offered all our care and support in recent days and will continue <br>
to extend whatever support we can. Barry is also survived by his two <br>
sons, daughters-in-law and very much loved grandchildren.<br>
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Our sympathies also to those among the INEX community who were <br>
good friends of Barry’s, and I know there are many around the world.<br>
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We will pass on arrangements and details for those who wish to <br>
send their sympathies. We were richer for Barry’s presence and are <br>
certainly poorer in his passing. May he rest in peace.<br>
<br>
On behalf of the Committee and staff of INEX,<br>
<br>
Colin Dalton<br>
Chairperson<br>
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