IN HOT PURSUIT OF COOL EXCELLENCE
My hot pursuit of cool excellence began when I stumbled upon the court reporting program at Sarasota County Technical Institute 31 years ago. I had no idea what an astounding career I was about to embark on. From freelancing to 19 respectable years as an Official Court Reporter in the 12th Judicial Circuit Court, now being part of Diamond Court Reporting in Florida, doing committee work and board service, and now serving as your FCRA President, it’s been exciting, rewarding, and at times exhausting. I love every minute of it!
As I took the gavel at StenoCon24, I took with me the wonderful guidance and education from the many people who have helped shape me to be here: My parents, Ronald and Felicetta; my court reporting instructors, Carol Williams, Susan Tegtman, Linda Evans, and Gayl Hardeman; my first freelance firm owner, Doug Metzger; 12th Judicial Circuit Manager, Mary Baber; my business partner, Lori Bundy; and my twin brother, colleague, business partner and partner-in-crime, Richard Sciré; and all the FCRA past presidents. My hot pursuit of cool excellence stems from their encouragement and support. Their guidance has been the compass that helped me navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and grow both professionally and personally.
In the pursuit of excellence, never forget the impact of your work. Your transcripts become a testament to justice, shaping the course of lives and impacting the world in profound ways. As you document history in the making, remember the responsibility that lies upon your shoulders.
So, my fellow court reporters, let us continue to embody excellence. Thank you for your invaluable contributions to the legal system and the captioning world and may your hot pursuit to cool excellence be one filled with purpose and success.
Michael A. Sciré, RPR, CMRS, FPR-C
FCRA President
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