H.R. No. 656
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Elsie Huang is retiring as president of the Asian
Chamber of Commerce in Houston in 2009, drawing to a close more than
five years of service to that organization; and
WHEREAS, A native of Tucson, Arizona, Ms. Huang earned her
bachelor's and master's degrees in Texas from the University of
Houston; she then went on to a successful 26-year career in
education, working as a teacher and principal with the Katy
Independent School District; and
WHEREAS, In 2003, Ms. Huang was named president of the Asian
Chamber of Commerce, and over the course of her tenure, she led the
chamber in increasing the size, scope, and variety of its
activities; and
WHEREAS, During her time as president, the chamber grew from
65 active members to more than 900, and she helped launch such
exciting programs as the Asian Epicurean Evening, mini expos, and
networking breakfasts, as well as collaborative efforts with area
Rotary Clubs and other chambers of commerce; in addition, she
played an instrumental role in the growth of the Asian Chamber of
Commerce Gala and other chamber events; and
WHEREAS, Under Ms. Huang's leadership, the organization's
offices moved in 2007 to a handsome new facility that affords space
for a number of educational programs, as well as a meeting room; and
WHEREAS, Elsie Huang's dedication, professionalism, and
commitment to excellence have greatly benefited the Asian Chamber
of Commerce and the Houston business community, and she may indeed
reflect with pride on the fine job she has done as she embarks on the
next exciting chapter of her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Elsie Huang on the occasion of her
retirement as president of the Houston Asian Chamber of Commerce
and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success and
happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Huang as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Thibaut
Hochberg
Vo
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 656 was adopted by the House on March
12, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House