[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 7 (Friday, January 12, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E104]
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                         HONORING JOHN HINDMAN

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                             HON. RON LEWIS

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 12, 2007

  Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay public 
tribute to John Hindman, a public servant, businessman and citizen from 
my congressional district. John is retiring this month as vice 
president of Public Affairs and Communications for UPS Airlines, ending 
a 32-year career with the company.
  A native of Ottumwa, Iowa, John earned his bachelor's degree in 
education from Iowa State University. John first joined UPS in 1974, 
advancing through various positions in package operations. Over the 
next 20 years, he managed the Des Moines facility and spent tenures in 
the West Region's Marketing, Industrial Engineering, Human Resources, 
Employee Relations and Public Affairs departments.
  Before serving in his current position, John spent six years as Air 
Group Public Affairs manager, monitoring government activity and 
promoting legislative objectives in Frankfort and Washington, D.C. 
Since being named vice president of Public Affairs and Communications, 
John has demonstrably strengthened the reputation of UPS among the 
public and employees.
  Through his work, John has secured millions of dollars in incentives 
to support UPS projects and corporate social responsibility. I would 
especially note his stewardship of Metro College, a program that 
provides kids an opportunity to go to college while working for UPS.
  John has distinguished himself as a community leader, serving on the 
board of directors for the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, the Louisville 
Medical Center Development Corp., and the Boy Scouts of America. He 
formerly served on boards for the YMCA, Kentucky Forward, Associated 
Industries of Kentucky and the Louisville Zoo Foundation.
  John's vast business knowledge and strong work ethic has earned the 
attention of several Kentucky Governor's including Governor Ernie 
Fletcher who appointed John to the Louisville Arena Task Force in 2006 
and Governor Paul Patton who appointed him to the Southern Governors 
Association's Transportation Task Force in 1999. John was awarded the 
2006 Governor's Economic Development Leadership Award.
  It is my great privilege to recognize John Hindman today before the 
entire U.S. House of Representatives for his leadership and service. 
His unique achievements make him an outstanding American worthy of our 
collective honor and appreciation.

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