I beg to differ with those that discount Jim Balsillie as an effective, or potential CEO. In the opening remarks it was stated that he is a passionate and intensely competitive type A personality, exactly what we need.
Furthermore he is a Canadian, certainly understands innovation, has experience in running a large operation, and although did take his eye off the puck with Blackberry, absolutely intelligent enough to have learned from his mistakes.
I don't believe in coincidences at this late stage of the game; the fact that Barnes was sitting there was no accident.
Exactly why he was three remains to be seen.
