Michael BrackettMichael Brackett has been in data management for 60 years. During that time, he has developed many innovative concepts, principles, and techniques for managing data and processes as critical resources of an organization. He has published 16 technicl books and over 50 technical articles on data management. He has been a prominent speaker at local, national and international conferences, and has become a legend in data resource management. He has been a member of DAMA International since 1985, and established the DAMA International Foundation in 2004. He received DAMA Internationals Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006 for his pioneering work in data resource management. Mr. Brackett enjoys hiking in the back country, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, biking, kayaking, and western dancing. He is retired and is pursuing a variety of writing opportunities. He lives in Olympia, Washington. Read More Read Less