[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 124 (Friday, September 21, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1702]
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                    HONORING EXEL OF HOUSTON, TEXAS

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                            HON. KEN BENTSEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 21, 2001

  Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, on September 27, 2001, the La Porte-
Bayshore Chamber of Commerce will present Exel with the 2001 Industry 
of the Year Award at their Annual Salute to Industry. Although I will 
not be able to attend this ceremony, I want to congratulate all the 
employees at Exel, and in particular the Chief Executive Officer Bruce 
Edwards, for their excellence in operation and their ongoing commitment 
to our community.
  The Industry of the Year Award, the highest honor presented by the La 
Porte-Bayshore Chamber of Commerce, is awarded each year to an area 
business whose mission emphasizes a strong commitment to the community.
  Exel is a world leader in supply chain services. Throughout their 
operations Exel has aggressively employed advanced technology, 
maintained an industry-focused approach, and expanded their global 
coverage to include 1,300 locations in 120 countries. Within the gulf 
coast region alone, Exel employs over 780 people, operate on three 
local campuses, and services such companies as Dow, ExxonMobil, and 
Compaq Computers.
  Exel has clearly demonstrated their commitment to our community. The 
Exel Foundation, working in close partnership with the employees, 
contributes over $1 million annually to local charities. At Exel, they 
value the importance of investing in our nation's young people and plan 
to introduce educational programs in those nations where Exel has a 
material presence.
  In closing, I want to congratulate the employees of Exel for their 
exemplary model of community activism and wish them continued success 
in future endeavors.

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