SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 514
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize David T. Newman on his 2015 induction into the Junior
Achievement of Laredo Business Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS, Junior Achievement of Laredo works in partnership
with business leaders and educators to inspire young people and
prepare them to succeed in today's complex global economy; and
WHEREAS, David Newman grew up in Laredo and is a graduate
of United High School; he joined B. P. Newman Investments in 1986
and demonstrated his determination to learn every facet of the
business by working all positions at the company's Popeyes
Louisiana Kitchen and Church's Chicken franchises; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Newman rose through the ranks and held the
positions of manager, area manager, and director of operations,
and today, as vice president, he oversees the management of 33
Church's Chicken locations across Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana,
and Arkansas; under his leadership, the company has won numerous
awards, including three franchise pillar awards for operations
excellence and profitability; he has also served as a longtime
member and as president of the Church's Independent Franchisee
Association; and
WHEREAS, He is active in a variety of civic and
philanthropic organizations, including Habitat for Humanity,
Laredo Stroke Support, and the Laredo Chamber of Commerce; he is
truly deserving of recognition for his many contributions to his
profession and his community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend David T. Newman on his many
achievements and extend congratulations to him on his induction
into the Junior Achievement of Laredo Business Hall of Fame; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 7, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate