[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 99 (Tuesday, June 21, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E962]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 COMMENDING PRINCE WILLIAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAIRMAN DALENA KANOUSE

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 21, 2016

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate Dalena Kanouse on 
the completion of her term as Chairman of the Prince William Chamber of 
Commerce. Each July, a new Chairman assumes the responsibility of 
working with Chamber staff and board members to promote the interests 
of the local business community.
   After the passing of her late husband, SGM (Ret) Sam Kanouse in 
2009, Mrs. Kanouse assumed the reins of his business, Management and 
Training Consultants, Incorporated (MTCI) as President and Chief 
Executive Officer. As a U.S. Department of Defense contractor, Mrs. 
Kanouse sets the strategic vision and strives for excellence as the 
leader of more than 100 employees.
   Mrs. Kanouse brought the same resolve to her role as Chairman. 
Recognizing the evolution of the Northern Virginia economy, she 
stressed the importance of remaining current on workforce development 
trends and broadening a business' footprint within the field of 
government contracting. She also led the Prince William Chamber's 
workgroup on the establishment of a 3-year strategic plan.
   The Prince William Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of 
nearly 70,000 employees in the metropolitan community of 432,000 
residents. Dedicated to maintaining an environment where businesses and 
people thrive, the Prince William Chamber focuses its efforts in the 
area of business growth, economic development, advocacy, education, and 
community outreach. Signature events include the Prince William Valor 
Awards, Business Awards, Education and Innovation Scholarship Program, 
and Salute to the Armed Services Luncheon.
   As a military spouse, mother of two, and grandmother to three, Mrs. 
Kanouse has proven to be a strong advocate for military families and 
early childhood education both personally and professionally. She 
actively serves on multiple committees and councils within the Chamber, 
including the Chambers Veterans Council and Education and Innovation 
Committee. Under Mrs. Kanouse's leadership, the Chamber awarded $7,500 
in scholarships to local high school students this year. Mrs. Kanouse 
is a strong believer in practicing what she preaches. As a display of 
her commitment to hiring veterans, MTCI maintains a Bronze Level 
Certification in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program. During her 
tenure, Mrs. Kanouse increased Chamber membership, retention, and 
utilized her personal network to expand the reach of the Prince William 
Chamber of Commerce in the community.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in commending Dalena 
Kanouse on her effective leadership and successes as Chairman. Mrs. 
Kanouse has proven herself to be a visionary leader whose efforts will 
leave a lasting impression on the Prince William Chamber of Commerce 
and the community it serves.

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