[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 30 (Thursday, February 25, 2016)]
[Senate]
[Page S1056]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                       TRIBUTE TO JENNIFER SPROUT

 Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, today I wish to congratulate 
Jennifer Sprout on her retirement after serving as CEO of the Elko Area 
Chamber of Commerce for 6 years. It gives me great pleasure to 
recognize her years of service to the city of Elko's business 
community.
  Ms. Sprout grew up in California and moved to Elko when she was 19 
years old. Prior to working for the chamber, she served as account 
manager and general manager for Holiday Broadcasting of Elko. In 2009, 
Ms. Sprout accepted the position of CEO at the Elko Area Chamber of 
Commerce. As CEO, she served as a powerful voice for Elko businesses, 
working to bring awareness to issues affecting this community.
  She also spearheaded efforts to grow outside recognition of the 
resources the city has to offer and provided opportunities for business 
leaders to come together. The city of Elko is recognized as a tourist 
destination and economic hub for the northeastern part of Nevada, due 
in part to Ms. Sprout's hard work and unwavering dedication to growing 
the community. To say she has had a positive impact on the city of Elko 
would be an understatement. The strong foundation she has built 
throughout her tenure will be felt for years to come.
  The Elko Area Chamber of Commerce was established on April 1, 1907, 
to support the local business community and promote the city of Elko. 
Today the chamber has over 700 businesses represented through various 
members. This incredible organization has helped businesses through 
times of economic downturn and recovery to stay on their feet and 
succeed. Through the incredible work of the Elko Area Chamber of 
Commerce, Elko's business community continues to thrive and maintain a 
high quality of life for residents. The city of Elko is fortunate to 
have had someone like Ms. Sprout leading the way at this important 
chamber.
  Ms. Sprout has demonstrated professionalism, commitment to 
excellence, and dedication to the highest standards during her tenure 
at the Elko Area Chamber of Commerce. I am both humbled and honored by 
her service and am proud to call her a fellow Nevadan.
  Today I ask all of my colleagues to join me in congratulating Ms. 
Sprout on her retirement from the chamber and in wishing her well at 
her new position with Design Concepts. I give my deepest appreciation 
for all that she has done for the city of Elko.

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