[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 142 (Tuesday, October 21, 1997)]
[Senate]
[Page S10901]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO THE COMMITTEE OF 200

 Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I rise today to pay special tribute 
to the Committee of 200, a distinguished professional women's 
organization headquartered in my home State, on the occasion of its 
15th anniversary the week beginning October 20.
  The Committee of 200 is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship and 
corporate leadership among women of this generation and the next. The 
committee is comprised of 370 members from the United States and 
abroad, representing 70 different industries. Each member is an 
accomplished businesswoman, including entrepreneurs whose companies 
generate annual revenue of $10 million or greater and U.S. corporate 
executives who manage divisions that produce more than $50 million in 
annual revenue.
  Recognizing the needs of young women who will soon be entering the 
business world, the Committee of 200 established a foundation in 1986 
to enhance its outreach activities. This foundation provides important 
assistance and scholarships for women business students and provides 
grants to foster entrepreneurship among young women.
  The Committee of 200 exemplifies the spirit of American business, 
promoting entrepreneurship, corporate innovation, and community 
awareness. It supports the careers of young women by giving them the 
tools to complete effectively in an intensely competitive environment.
  Mr. President, the Committee of 200 has provided critical support 
services over the last 15 years to business leaders and business 
students. It has distinguished itself as a preeminent professional 
organization for women. I am confident that over the next 15 years, the 
committee will continue to be a credit to American businesses and women 
corporate leaders. I want to congratulate all the members of the 
Committee of 200 as they celebrate this important milestone in the 
organization's history.

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