[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 146 (Monday, October 3, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1746]
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                CONGRATULATING TaKEYSHA SHEPPARD CHENEY

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                           HON. STEVE STIVERS

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 3, 2011

  Mr. STIVERS-. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate TaKeysha 
Sheppard Cheney on being named the 2011 Empowered Woman of the Year by 
the Women Presidents' Organization. Her dedication to empowering women 
and helping girls reach their full potential is inspiring.
  From her work in the State Legislature to her time as the Executive 
Director of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus, Ms. Sheppard Cheney has 
been an active participant in public service and making Ohio a better 
place for families. Her efforts with the LEADER Institute, a leadership 
development program for girls, is to be commended.
  She has further made a difference in Columbus by serving on the 
boards of the Salvation Army of Central Ohio; the Columbus Zoo and 
Aquarium; the Ohio Commodores; and ROX, which is an empowerment program 
for girls.
  Today, Cheney is the founder, CEO and publisher of The Women's Book, 
a magazine that shares information and resources for women in Central 
Ohio. The publication focuses on the latest happenings for women and 
girls in Columbus, and she has successfully expanded her publication to 
Cincinnati and Cleveland.
  I would again like to congratulate TaKeysha Sheppard Cheney for being 
the 2011 Empowered Woman of the Year. She has truly made a difference 
in the lives of women and girls in the Central Ohio area.

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