SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 626
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Hiawatha Williams for 30 years of entrepreneurial
success as the founder and chief executive officer of Williams
Chicken; and
WHEREAS, Hiawatha Williams opened the first Williams
Chicken in 1987; today, the popular Dallas-based casual food
chain has 40 stores, including 20 franchises, and is responsible
for more than 500 employees in North Texas; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Williams has found entrepreneurial success
while upholding the highest standards of business ethics and
practices; he has promoted a philanthropic business model and
fostered a culture among employees of giving back to the
community by supporting a number of outreach programs and
educational projects; and
WHEREAS, A highly respected mentor to many and a true
business leader, Mr. Williams has been featured in numerous
publications and has shared his story on several television
programs; he is also frequently invited to talk with students,
and he is known for helping to inspire others to become
entrepreneurial pioneers; and
WHEREAS, In celebration of three decades of success,
Williams Chicken is hosting a special anniversary gala and
benefit on April 21, 2017; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Hiawatha Williams on his thriving
business and on his many contributions to the Dallas community
and congratulate him on the 30th anniversary of Williams Chicken;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as a memento of this special anniversary.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 18, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate