2023S0115-1 02/10/23
By: Perry S.R. No. 162
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Dave Erickson, who is retiring as director of the
Angelo State University Small Business Development Center after
24 years of outstanding service with the organization; and
WHEREAS, Dave Erickson joined the Angelo State University
Small Business Development Center as a business advisor in 1999
after having previously served in business management and
development positions throughout the preceding decades; and
WHEREAS, Dave's expertise and strong management skills led
him to be named the director of the Angelo State University Small
Business Development Center in 2005; throughout his tenure, he
has been dedicated to guiding the center in its operations, which
include providing business advising, workshops, and training
services to thousands of small business owners and novice
entrepreneurs in the 10-county area of the Concho Valley; and
WHEREAS, An accomplished leader in business management,
Dave has been an instrumental force in promoting economic
development in San Angelo, and he has been an invaluable asset on
the Angelo State University campus; the responsibilities of his
role have ranged from hosting training seminars to delivering
university lectures, and he has shared his extensive knowledge
and experience in business management to benefit others and to
improve his community; and
WHEREAS, Dependable and innovative in the face of
challenge and uncertainty, Dave took preemptive action against
the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the business community by
creating the San Angelo Area COVID-19 Task Force; this effort
allowed the center to provide critical information and guidance
to small businesses through a virtual hub, which helped to ensure
their survival in a challenging economic climate when many
businesses closed; and
WHEREAS, Respected and admired by his colleagues for his
excellent leadership, uncompromising work ethic, and strength of
character, Dave has served as a trusted mentor and advisor to
numerous individuals throughout his career, and he has played an
integral role in helping countless Texans and Texas businesses to
succeed and thrive; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby commend Dave Erickson on his invaluable
contributions to Texas citizens as director of the Angelo State
University Small Business Development Center and extend to him
congratulations on his retirement and best wishes for the future;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.