But it is also a mark of dedication that the visionary — Ray was labelled "the Mystic" by Robert Mitchum — should impose himself, or at least the acute angle at which he sees the world, upon the most stubborn environment.
His extraordinary accomplishments in business, dedication to Jewish life, and visionary philanthropy reflected a deep commitment to his community and the future.
We salute his dedication to Jewish causes and his visionary philanthropy, and send our heartfelt condolences to his wife Hattie, sons Richard, Stephen and Kenneth, his family and wide circle of friends.
Peter was a visionary leader who drew on a unique blend of charm, dedication, high scholarly standards, and populist values in his 28 year years as director of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
With enough determination and dedication, it's possible and necessary for a CTO to be both a visionary and a key in-the-trenches contributor.
While the dedication of individual HEWs is vital, the wider transformation of healthcare provision in Ethiopia rests on visionary policymaking, backed up with support from donors, and strong partnerships with NGOs and the private sector.
In it, R. Dary Stone, who leads the board of regents at Baylor, said, "His depth of experience and exceptional record as a university dean and legal scholar, his dedication to the highest ideals of the Christian faith, and his profound commitment to public service and visionary leadership make him the ideal person to lead Baylor at this remarkable time in the university's history".
Zuck's dedication to making the world a better place through interconnection and openness has also attracted other visionaries.
