There was a community driven event led by @timcliff recently were one of the content guys from Steemit was participating in the event to help promote Steem as an investment. I think they are focusing on development to then have all the tools necessary to increase adoption. For example, why drive thousands to a site that can only sign up 100-200 per day after making them wait up to 2 weeks for an account. That is why development like HF20 is setting up the infrastructure for future growth in my opinion. However, I do agree that they should promote internally to focus on retention of current users by incentivizing engagement and being active.
I agree they are focused on development, and they are nearing some important goals.
What does it matter if no one knows.
I am not saying they have to have a marketing and branding plan, I am saying it would be nice to know.
Totally agree! Like I mentioned it would be great to know if they dedicate some to the active community!