I don't pretend to know all the guys/gals/groups behind the scenes, but I do know a few and I would like to give them a shout-out and thank them for all the help they've given to the community (at least since I have been involved).
(new members can get upvotes on their content to help their earnings)
(new members can get resteemed to his follower network to get more views and potential upvotes)
(awesome game that takes seconds to play, is fun, and helps connect the new players together)
(awesome site to help the small guys to improve the value of their SBD)
(partner with
to specifically help newer members)
and finally a big shout out to who I recently learned is one of the brains that support us behind the curtain.
Also I would like to thank the generous "whales" who swim in the ocean and are rarely ever seen. I see them lurking in the shadows and reading our posts and encouraging good behavior simply with their votes. Its nice to know you're out there and motivating without asking for anything in return. That's one of the many beautiful aspects of steemit, and your selflessness is contagious.
Happy new year to the unsung hero's, we may not know your names but we tip our glass to you in thanks!