[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 124 (Friday, September 21, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1690]
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     HONORING THE SERVICE OF MARC HOLTZMAN TO THE STATE OF COLORADO

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 21, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, technology has become an important tool 
today in terms of nearly every facet of our lives--from legislation to 
the completion of daily routines. It has been used to reinvent many 
systems and increase ties between people. Marc Holtzman, the first 
Secretary of Technology in the State of Colorado, has accepted this new 
and transformational role to merge technology with government, 
economics and education. I would like to recognize the work of this 
honorable man and all that he has done, and will continue to do, for 
the great State of Colorado.
  Following his graduation from Leigh University, Marc founded an 
investment firm called MeesPierson EurAmerica, which was later sold to 
become the 11th largest bank in the world. His time in Europe has 
allowed him to become an authority on political development. Now, he 
serves in the cabinet-level position for Governor Owens while earning 
only $1 per year. During the week, Marc resides in Denver, but during 
the weekend he travels to his house in the Roaring Fork Valley--a great 
opportunity to enjoy the mountain environment amidst his 
responsibilities.
  Colorado is home to many high-tech industries and Marc plays a 
crucial role in securing a successful future for these companies, along 
with creating an environment conducive to attracting new businesses. 
Furthermore, Marc has been put in charge of creating quasi-charter 
schools that aim to build a bridge across the technological divide with 
the support of Microsoft's Bill Gates. Throughout all of his projects, 
Marc has proven to be a valuable contributor to Colorado and has a high 
success rate in all that he does.
  Mr. Speaker, at a time when technology is becoming such an important 
part of our world, the convergence of technology and governance is 
inevitable. Marc is ensuring that we implement this technology and in 
return, benefit the people of Colorado. Additionally, his charismatic 
leadership has led to many innovative experiments and successes. He is 
truly navigating Colorado through this remarkable revolution. I would 
like to honor his contributions and recognize the importance of his 
service to the State of Colorado. I extend my warmest regards to him 
and wish him the best in years to come.

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