Formatting necessary for an accurate reading of this text may be shown by tags (e.g., <DELETED> or <BOLD>) or may be missing from this TXT display. For complete and accurate display of this text, see the PDF.
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E132]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
IN RECOGNITION OF SACRAMENTO AREA BUSINESS LEADERS
______
HON. DORIS O. MATSUI
of california
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, February 5, 2020
Ms. MATSUI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the many
outstanding business leaders in California's Capital Region being
honored at the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce's 125th
annual dinner and business awards ceremony. Those being honored are
dedicated to the success of the region and have worked tirelessly to
advance its economic vitality. I ask all my colleagues to join me in
honoring these fine Sacramentans, and in thanking the Sacramento
Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce for its tireless efforts to promote
business in northern California.
Kevin Nagle, a businessman, key investor and CEO of the Sacramento
Republic FC and minority owner of the Sacramento Kings, is being
honored as the 2019 Sacramentan of the Year. Mr. Nagel has demonstrated
his commitment to this city year after year, helping to ensure the
Kings stayed in Sacramento and taking the Sacramento Republic FC from a
startup team to a Major League Soccer organization. Mr. Nagle is a
tremendous advocate and has brought a much-needed energy and vigor to
our region.
James Beckwith, President & CEO of Five Star Bank since 2003 and
Board of Director of the Greater Sacramento Economic Council, is the
2019 Businessman of the Year. Mr. Beckwith serves his clients with an
entrepreneurial and empathetic spirit and believes in helping our
region grow. Throughout his tenure with Five Star Bank, Mr. Beckwith
has invested deeply in our community though not only Five Star Bank,
but his involvement in the Sacramento Angels. His work has helped not
only Five Star Bank grow but has facilitated success for numerous local
startup ventures.
Patricia `Trish' Rodriguez, Senior Vice President and Area Manager of
Kaiser Permanente since 2010 is the 2019 Businesswoman of the Year. A
longtime RN, Ms. Rodriguez is responsible for the provision of health
care to more than 247,000 Kaiser Permanente members in the South
Sacramento County area. Ms. Rodriguez works to improve not only
community health, but economic health in our region and in addition to
her Board role with the Sacramento Metro Chamber, is a Board Member for
the American Heart Association.
The Salvation Army is being inducted into the Centennial Business
Hall of Fame. Started in 1865, the Salvation Army aims to reach our
most vulnerable community members through a variety of compassionate
services. From youth programs, to adult rehabilitation centers, the
Salvation Army provides services to community members at every stage of
their lives. They have locations in virtually every section of the
world, helping in over 100 hundred countries.
Honey has been named the 2019 Small Business of the Year. Founded in
2008, the female-led design and marketing studio has expertise in food,
beverage, and agriculture industries. Honey is committed to creating
the best and most aesthetic designs for their clients and are
passionate about their craft. They have been developing designs for
over ten years for industries such as winemakers, restaurants, events,
and cannabis.
Debra Oto-Kent, Founder and Executive Director of the Health
Education Council, is receiving the 2019 Al Geiger Memorial Award. She
founded the Council over twenty-eight years ago in order to reduce
health disparities between communities. The Council builds partnerships
with existing institutions in order to share resources and knowledge
across the greater health community.
Bill Mueller, CEO of Valley Vision, is receiving the 2019 Peter
McCuen Award for Civic Entrepreneurs. For thirteen years, Mr. Mueller
has taken on complex challenges and has pushed community inspired and
researched based solutions through his role of CEO. He has had a big
role in improving the Sacramento area's diverse communities.
Verna Sulpizio Hull, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Visit
Sacramento, is the 2019 Metro EDGE Young Professional of the Year.
Verna has been working to integrate local partnerships and businesses
into Sacramento's tourism economy allowing for higher revenues and a
larger growth in Sacramento's economy.
Madam Speaker, I am honored to recognize these individuals and
businesses for their contributions to the Sacramento region that I
love. I ask all my colleagues to join me in commending them for their
unwavering commitment to the Sacramento region.
____________________