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Intriguingly, as the buzz grew and the calls surged, it reached a point where the senior management had to address these heightened expectations. Among those in the room was Nelson Doubleday, who, echoing the sentiments expressed on air, advocated for the move towards acquiring Piazza. Following this rallying, Doubleday recognized the advocacy that was generated not only by the media but by the fans; he concluded they were correct in suggesting the acquisition was necessary.
Former media figures reflected on their contributions, asserting that while they did not directly manage the trade negotiations, they ignited conversations and sentiments that swayed decision-makers such as Doubleday to explore the opportunity more seriously.