[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 149 (Thursday, September 14, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1234]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  TRIBUTE TO RICH WELLS, VICE PRESIDENT AND SITE DIRECTOR OF MICHIGAN 
                OPERATIONS FOR THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY

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                         HON. JOHN R. MOOLENAAR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 14, 2017

  Mr. MOOLENAAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Rich 
Wells, Vice President and Site Director of Michigan Operations for The 
Dow Chemical Company, in recognition of his service and his many 
contributions to the Great Lakes Bay Region as he begins the next step 
of his journey as the Vice President of Texas Operations.
  An influential member of the community, Rich originally moved to 
Midland to work for Dow after he graduated from the South Dakota School 
of Mines and Technology. During his illustrious 34-year career, Rich 
has gone on to serve in several leadership roles within The Dow 
Chemical Company. Before his selection as the Vice President and Site 
Director of Michigan Operations, Rich served as the Vice President for 
Global Government Affairs and Public Policy.
  During his tenure as Vice President and Site Director of Michigan 
Operations, Rich has benefitted the community in a variety of ways. He 
founded the Fast Start program, which has equipped in demand employees 
with the skills they need to be successful. He also has volunteered and 
advocated for local organizations serving those in need, chairing 
Midland County's United Way Campaign in 2016.
  On behalf of the Fourth Congressional District of Michigan, I am 
honored today to recognize Rich Wells for his service to The Dow 
Chemical Company and his contributions to the Great Lakes Bay Region.

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