[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 38 (Tuesday, March 6, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E468]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO CHRIS MEYER

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 6, 2007

  Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Chris Meyer, the 
Vice President of Convention Center Sales for the Las Vegas Convention 
& Visitors Authority.
  In his role with the Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority, Chris 
has effectively promoted and implemented important programs which have 
marketed Las Vegas as a trade show destination. As a result of his 
efforts through Trade Show Trade Mission, the Las Vegas Convention & 
Visitors Authority has marketed Las Vegas as a destination for trade 
shows for organizations such as the Consumer Electronics Show, the 
National Association of Broadcasters, Magic, and ConAg/ConExpo.
  By helping to redefine Las Vegas as a trade show destination, Chris 
and the Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority have increased Las 
Vegas tourism and revenue. As a result of Chris's Trade Mission, 
international tourism has increased as well. According to estimations, 
as a result of the Trade Missions to Brazil and China, an additional 
3,000 Brazilian and Chinese tourists have visited the Las Vegas area. 
This alone has led to approximately $4,515,000 of revenue for the Las 
Vegas area.
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Chris Meyer and his many 
achievements. His dedication to the Las Vegas community is commendable 
and I wish him continued success in his future endeavors.

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