[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 171 (Saturday, November 22, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                        HONORING LARRY A. MATOS

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                         HON. DENNIS A. CARDOZA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 21, 2003

  Mr. CARDOZA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor an ambitious and 
hard-working businessman, Mr. Larry A. Matos. Larry was born and raised 
in California's Central Valley, and was working hard on his parent's 
dairy at a young age. While growing up, Larry attended Turlock High 
School, and led his Future Farmers of America team to a 6th place 
finish at a national dairy competition. After graduating Turlock High 
School in 1992, he quickly received his Real Estate license at the age 
of 18.
  In 1994, Larry was approached by Mr. John Melo to purchase a Century 
21 Real Estate office. Always ready for a new challenge, Larry and Mr. 
Melo formed a business partnership, and turned a three-man office into 
eleven office locations in four counties, four businesses, and over 
three hundred employees and realtors. Currently, Larry is the 
President/Broker of Century 21 M&M and Associates. Not only is Larry 
dedicated to his business ventures, but to the Real Estate industry as 
well. He has served as a local Board of Director for the Central Valley 
Association of Realtors. This past year, Larry had the distinct 
opportunity to serve his fellow colleagues as President of the Central 
Valley Association of Realtors. He was one of the youngest to ever hold 
that position.
  If not working hard with his business investments, Larry can be found 
spending time on his family's dairy, and being with his friends and 
relatives. He also dedicates his time to the community by serving on 
the Holiday Can Tree, and sponsoring a number of charitable events 
throughout the year. Mr. Speaker, Larry is a role model for our youth 
in the Central Valley. His positive attitude and work ethic have helped 
him achieve the American Dream. It is my honor to recognize him for his 
achievements, and to call him my friend.

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