It is with a great deal of sadness that I share that my sister, Laura Puente, passed on peacefully last Friday, October 27.

Over the coming hours, days, and weeks, I know every person she touched will feel the loss we are feeling right now but will also relish in the many memories of what a special person she was while she graced us with her time.

In both her personal and professional lives, Laura was kind and generous, loving and honest, and always ethical and considerate. But even this barely scratches the surface of what a special person Laura was to her family, her friends, and her colleagues. There are still simply too many words to describe a person as truly special as Laura. Yet I am sure both family and friends will happily share treasured stories from their hearts of how Laura touched their lives.

For the Premiere Family, Laura loved each and every one of you and this company she helped build. Now that she is watching over us, it is our job to carry on and continue what she worked so very hard for: a successful and prosperous company for all, and one that treats its partners with urgency and integrity.

As you remember Laura, please do so with a smile and an understanding that while her time with us was short, her impact was significant. Laura truly cared about everyone she came across in her life and would want to be certain everyone knew this.

Be well.

Mark Puente
Chief Executive Officer