[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 22 (Wednesday, February 5, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E169]
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    IN HONOR OF MILLIE MARSHALL ON HER RECEIPT OF THE MANUFACTURING 
             INSTITUTE'S WOMEN IN MANUFACTURING STEP AWARD

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                       HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO

                            of west virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 5, 2014

  Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Millie 
Marshall of Hurricane, West Virginia on the occasion of her selection 
to receive a STEP Award from The Manufacturing Institute. As an 
inspiration to young women interested in technical careers, I am 
pleased to recognize her contributions to Toyota, the automotive 
industry, the state of West Virginia, her community, and our country.
  Manufacturing is revitalizing our economy and making America strong. 
Investments in manufacturing, particularly in automotive manufacturing, 
multiply across the economy, creating jobs and growth in other sectors. 
Manufacturing is the backbone of our nation's middle class. Today's 
manufacturers offer competitive wages in high-tech fields while working 
hard to encourage women into the field.
  STEP Award Honorees, such as Ms. Marshall, help to attract more women 
to manufacturing careers by educating young workers that this is not 
your grandfather's manufacturing industry. By telling the real stories 
of these women, we can inspire the next generation to pursue careers in 
the industry and encourage women currently working for the 
manufacturing industry.
  Ms. Marshall's 20-year career progression, beginning as a specialist 
all the way to her current position as president of Toyota's West 
Virginia engine plant, is a direct result of her technical knowledge 
and ability, her drive and determination, and her passionate commitment 
to her fellow team members and Toyota's customers. Her accomplishment 
of becoming the first female president in Toyota's history is tied to 
her many successes.
  Ms. Marshall is a lifelong learner. She has always seen her career as 
a journey. Her desire to learn and try new things led to many different 
positions, functions, and locations. In every experience at Toyota so 
far, she has left her positive mark. She has always been a strong 
advocate for self-development, team development, and for the growth of 
Toyota as a whole.
  Ms. Marshall is a role model and mentor for other women in business. 
She shares her talents with women internally and is also actively 
involved in SOAR, a program that assists in the professional 
development and career advancement of women in business. With the 
support of her family, she has learned balance, patience and the 
ability to see the bigger picture with a variety of perspectives.
  We are thankful for the years of dedication and hard work by Millie 
Marshall. We congratulate her for setting an example of professional 
excellence and advocacy of women in manufacturing, as well as her 
commitment to the greater community.

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