The mention of Ethan’s name sparked a vivid memory. Anna had personally recruited him almost two years earlier after an impressive presentation he’d given during her alumni visit to Singapore Management University. Ethan stood out immediately—not just for sharing Anna’s alma mater, but for his striking creativity and exceptional analytical skills. He’d eagerly joined Barton Creek, working remotely from Boston to support his wife’s MD/PhD program at Tufts. Early probationary reviews from his manager had been stellar. Anna was proud to have brought such a promising talent into the company.