Editor's Note: If ever a person deserved a flawless 2025, it would be city resident and Greater Bridgeport Convention & Visitors Bureau Director Cassie Busdeker. After facing health issues for months, it was determined that she would need a liver transplant. And after battling to get to the finish line with the aid of her family and friends, Busdeker came through and is back at it in representing those visiting our fine city. This blog by Julie Perine ran on Connect-Bridgeport on May 11.