[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 97 (Monday, July 20, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1351]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                     CONGRATULATIONS TO ANNE SPEAKE

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                       HON. GEORGE P. RADANOVICH

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 20, 1998

  Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Anne 
Speake for being selected to receive the Central California Woman in 
Business Advocate of the Year Award by the U.S. Small Business 
Administration. Ms. Speake is viewed as a role model for all women 
owning businesses. Not only is she a tremendous asset as a mentor, but 
she is also a leader in our business community.
  Anne Speake is the owner and operator of the International English 
Institute. Anne started this business over 15 years ago, and is 
successful not only here in the Valley but globally through the 
International English Institute. Most recently she was selected as the 
Fresno Chamber of Commerce President. As Chamber President, Anne will 
be influential in shaping and molding the Valley's policy toward small 
businesses.
  The Women in Business Advocate Award is presented annually to 
individuals who fulfill a commitment to the advancement of women's 
business ownership. Selection criteria for the award is based on the 
following areas: 1) Efforts to increase business and financial 
opportunities for women; 2) Legal, financial or managerial assistance; 
3) Voluntary efforts to strengthen the role of women business owners 
within the community; 4) Advocacy of the women-owned business community 
as a whole.
  Anne Speake was nominated for this award by Glendale Federal Bank. 
Anne Speake is viewed as a consensus builder and a leader. She commands 
respect from others, because she leads by example. Ms. Speake is deeply 
committed to our community, through her active involvement in the 
Fresno Business Council and the Fresno Chamber of Commerce.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I pay tribute to Anne Speake 
of the International English Institute. Mrs. Speake exemplifies what it 
means to be an advocate for small business. I ask my colleagues to join 
me in wishing Anne Speake many more years of success.

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