[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 138 (Tuesday, October 23, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1716-E1717]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              IN RECOGNITION OF SUZANNE AND JEFFREY CITRON

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 23, 2012

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Suzanne and 
Jeffrey Citron for their tireless efforts and work with the community. 
As co-founders of the Charles Lafitte Foundation, Suzanne and Jeffrey 
have dedicated much time and effort to philanthropy.
  Founded in 1999, the Charles Lafitte Foundation is dedicated to 
helping individuals live a more well rounded life. Under the leadership 
of Suzanne and Jeffrey, the Charles Lafitte Foundation helps and 
supports individuals and organizations in several areas, including 
support for children's advocacy, education, medical research and 
initiatives, as well as the arts. The Charles Lafitte Foundation holds 
numerous events each year in their attempt to further their ability to 
reach those in need.
  Much of both Suzanne's and Jeffrey's philanthropic success is rooted 
in their background in the private sector, where both have ample 
experience leading successful private enterprises. Suzanne served as 
CEO of New World Aviation, a small aircraft company co-founded by both 
herself and Jeffrey. Jeffrey co-founded the telecommunications company 
Vonage in 2001, served as CEO of Vonage from 2001-2006, and is 
currently chairman of the board of directors. Besides her work in the 
private sector and with the Charles Lafitte Foundation, Suzanne for the 
past several years has served on the American Cancer Society Advisory 
Board of the Jersey Shore.

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  Mr. Speaker, please join me in leading this body in recognition of 
Suzanne and Jeffrey Citron. It is with great pleasure that I am able to 
join with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth County in honoring their 
work this evening. Both Suzanne and Jeffrey are truly deserving of this 
body's recognition.

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