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House Resolution 27EX
By: Representatives Barnes of the 86
th
, Mitchell of the 88
th
, Cannon of the 58
th
, Willis of the
55
th
, Neal of the 79
th
, and others
A RESOLUTION
Commending Grené Baranco; and for other purposes.
1
WHEREAS, beginning her auto career in 1985 at her family's dealership in Decatur, Georgia,2
Grené Baranco has enjoyed a highly successful career as an automotive executive and3
industry leader; and4
WHEREAS, prior to her current role as vice president of E-commerce for Mercedes-Benz5
of Buckhead in Atlanta, Georgia, she served the store as its new and pre-owned manager,6
where she helped to cultivate a team that continues to lead the market in sales, gross, and net7
profit8
WHEREAS, during the challenging times of the COVID-19 shutdown, her adept leadership9
at Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead allowed the dealership to record net profits through the10
implementation of a cutting-edge digital sales process; and11
WHEREAS, beyond her professional achievements, Grené ardently advocates for equality12
in the automotive industry, particularly championing the cause of Black female dealership13
owners; and14
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WHEREAS, her active involvement with Meals on Wheels Atlanta, Georgia State
15
University's Department of Religious Studies Board of Alumni, The Arts Xchange, and16
Common Cause, Georgia, further exemplify her commitment to societal and industry17
advancement; and18
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this outstanding individual be19
appropriately honored.20
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that21
the members of this body commend Grené Baranco for her many remarkable professional22
achievements in the automotive industry as well as extend best wishes for continued success.23
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized24
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Grené25
Baranco.26
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