[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 137 (Wednesday, October 1, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1936]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING JOANNE AMOS, PRESIDENT, REFLECTIONS PHOTOGRAPHY FOR 25 
                            YEARS OF SUCCESS

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                             HON. TOM DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 1, 2003

  Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this 
time to acknowledge the achievements of Joanne Amos, the President of 
Reflections Photography, as she celebrates 25 years in business.
  Reflections, a photography firm that was founded in 1978 in 
Lexington, Kentucky, originally only catered to social events at nearby 
universities and the thoroughbred industry. Joanne Amos took the 
initiative to explore the possibility of expanding the business to 
begin covering political and corporate events. Since that decision, 
business has flourished and Reflections has risen to the top of the 
photography industry.
  Over the years Reflections achieved many significant benchmarks, 
including serving as an official photographer for President Ronald 
Reagan's second inaugural ceremonies. Other major clients have included 
the National Governors Association, the U.S. Conference of Mayors, and 
the National Conference of State Legislatures. In addition, Reflections 
has been chosen to provide photographic coverage at every National 
Convention since 1984.
  Reflections has grown to cover over 400 events a year, including 
proceedings with governors, members of Congress, and the 
administration. While much of their business is related to politics, 
they also boast a clientele list that includes a host of Fortune 500 
companies and celebrities, such as the Washington Redskins, Sylvester 
Stallone, and even the Queen of England.
  As the firm grew they opened an office in Washington, D.C. and in 
1992 the headquarters was relocated here. Joanne Amos now resides in 
the 11th district of Virginia; from this base she will be providing 
event photography for the Bush-Cheney re-election campaign. This 
contract was won on the sheer quality of Reflection's reputation and 
will grant them the opportunity to show they can coordinate nationwide 
media coverage. Reflections will make full use of their extensive 
network of photographers and web-based technology to keep pace with the 
aggressive schedule set by the President's campaign.
  Mr. Speaker, in closing, I want to applaud Joanne Amos on her 
outstanding guidance and leadership of Reflections photography. I call 
upon my colleagues to celebrate the success of this remarkable 
businesswoman and to wish Reflections Photography continued success.

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