[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 151 (Tuesday, October 11, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1817]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 IN RECOGNITION OF MR. JOHN DiLEO, JR.

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 11, 2011

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. John 
DiLeo, Jr., Italian Tribune's 41st Annual Columbus Day Gala honoree. 
Mr. DiLeo has demonstrated outstanding entrepreneurial and 
philanthropic endeavors during his tenure and is undoubtedly worthy of 
this body's recognition.
  Mr. DiLeo is the reigning President of Hylan Datacom and Electrical, 
Inc. in Holmdel, New Jersey. Mr. DiLeo has admirably worked side-by-
side with his father, Mr. John S. DiLeo, Sr. for over 20 years, 
learning and executing the responsibilities to successfully fulfill the 
mission of Hylan Datacom and Electrical. He has retained responsibility 
for all of the organization's financial and business decisions at Hylan 
Datacom. Mr. DiLeo continues to exceed customers' needs and 
expectations while maintaining a powerful work ethic and customer-
centered approach. Mr. DiLeo is also President of Gordon Petroleum, 
Inc. and owns and operates multiple corporations in the tri-State area. 
He is also a partner to six Perkins Restaurants and Damon's Steakhouse, 
family owned businesses that continue to appeal to residents throughout 
New York and New Jersey. Mr. DiLeo is currently a Board Member with the 
Staten Island Economic Development Corporation and has held this 
position since 2002.
  In addition to his professional responsibilities, Mr. DiLeo supports 
various charitable organizations, including the Count Basie Theater 
Foundation, Girl Scouts of America and South Shore Rotary. He is a 
proud graduate of St. John's University and is an avid sports fan, 
passionate about animals and nature. John is also happily married to 
his wife Madeline of 22 years.
  Mr. Speaker, once again please join me in congratulating Mr. John 
DiLeo for receiving the honor bestowed by the Italian Tribune at their 
41st Annual Columbus Day Gala. Mr. DiLeo continues to provide 
outstanding services to the members of the community and the 
constituents of my district.

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