[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 134 (Thursday, September 18, 2014)]
[Senate]
[Page S5856]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO BOB NASH

 Ms. AYOTTE. Mr. President, today I wish to honor one of New 
Hampshire's most respected, accomplished, and beloved citizens--Bob 
Nash--as he enters into his retirement. I am proud to recognize his 
illustrious professional career, and his continued service to our 
country and many communities across the Granite State.
  Bob attended the Georgia Military Academy before transferring to the 
University of Florida, where he graduated with a degree in journalism. 
After college, Bob joined the Army and bravely served our Nation as a 
helicopter platoon commander in Vietnam. Bob flew 325 missions and was 
awarded both the Bronze Star and United States Military Air Medal. He 
eventually earned the rank of Captain.
  Following his dedicated service to our country, Bob began a 38-year 
career in association management, and obtained his Master's in Business 
Administration and Certified Executive Association certification. In 
2001, he became president of the New Hampshire Association of Insurance 
Agents, NHAIA. Under his leadership, the association received several 
accolades, including the Bronze Excellence in Education Award, Gold 
Excellence in Education Awards, the Diamond Excellence in Education 
Award, and the InsurPAC Eagle Award. The association was also honored 
with the Innovations in Education, Non-Seminar Education Services, and 
L.P. McCord Education Award for Excellence. Most noteworthy, in 2011, 
the NHAIA was awarded the Maurice G. Herndon National Legislative 
Award--the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a State association.
  Bob Nash is an extraordinary Granite Stater whose commitment to 
others extends beyond his military and professional career. For many 
years he has been actively involved with the Chamber of Commerce, 
Rotary International, the Kawanis, and the United Way. I wish Bob and 
his wife Pat all the best as they enjoy retirement at home in 
Hillsboro. New Hampshire is fortunate to have such outstanding citizens 
such as Bob, and I am proud to call him my friend.

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