[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 60 (Tuesday, May 4, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E727]
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    TRIBUTE TO NEIL DE KOKER, IN HONOR OF EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP AWARD

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                             HON. DAVE CAMP

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 4, 2004

  Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Neil De Koker, 
a giant in the automotive supply industry and the recipient of the 2004 
Executive Leadership Award from the Marketing & Sales Executives of 
Detroit.
  Known as a man who can turn a concept into reality, Neil founded the 
Original Equipment Suppliers Association, a strategic forum for 
automotive suppliers. With 353 members and global sales exceeding $300 
billion worth of components, modules, systems, materials, and equipment 
used by the original equipment automotive industry, the OESA has 
provided information for over 4800 customers since its founding in 
August of 1998.
  A veteran auto industry executive, Neil's extraordinary skills as a 
manager creating consensus and delivering results, has led him to being 
recognized around the world as a key spokesman for the automotive 
supplier industry in North America.
  Neil's career, from furthering the growth and welfare of OESA 
members, to his 39 years in the automotive field, including playing a 
key part in establishing the Saturn Corporation, has vastly improved 
the automotive industry, the outlook of this key economic sector and 
the people who work within it.
  I am honored today to recognize Neil De Koker for his outstanding 
achievements and the undeniably positive impact he has had upon our 
State and Nation. He is truly an invaluable citizen.

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