April 2, 1998

Ken Nibali
Acting Associate Commissioner for Disability
Social Security Administration
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, Maryland 21235

Dear Ken:

On behalf of the National Association of Disability Examiners, I would like to congratulate you on your recent appointment as Acting Associate Commissioner for Disability. Your appointment comes at a very exciting time in the Disability Program.

NADE has always enjoyed having you speak to us both at our Mid-Year Board meetings and conferences, and we have felt that you were willing to listen to our Association.

We look forward to working together as we strive to meet our mutual goals. We wish you great success in the implementation of your goals and would like to offer our expertise and assistance in meeting this challenge.

Again, congratulations on your appointment and we look forward to talking with you soon.

Sincerely,

Debi Gardiner President