[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 189 (Tuesday, November 26, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1508]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF SOS INTERNATIONAL

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 26, 2019

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize SOS International 
LLC (SOSi) on the occasion of its 30th anniversary. Founded in 1989 to 
provide specialized analytical services to the U.S. law enforcement 
community, SOSi has evolved into an international solutions provider 
with experience in 30 countries worldwide. SOSi provides intelligence, 
technology and project-management solutions to large, government and 
private-sector organizations and is known for its innovation, 
flexibility and agility. SOSi is among the fastest growing companies in 
the Aerospace and Defense Services industry. The company has been 
recognized by Washington Technology magazine as one of the Top 100 
Government Technology Contractors for 2019; and it was nominated by the 
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for this year's Large Business 
Contractor and Executive of the Year Awards.
  What has struck me most about SOSi is not only its impressive growth 
and development as a company, but its continued commitment to our 
Northern Virginia community. SOSi is an ardent supporter of our 
Nation's active duty military and veteran population. Veterans make up 
25 percent of SOSi's global workforce. SOSi is a Virginia Values 
Veterans (V3) certified company. It is an active supporter of the local 
USO chapter, as well as a number of organizations like Bunker Labs, 
Capitol Post, and Dog Tag Inc. that empower veterans, military spouses, 
and caregivers to pursue their entrepreneurial aspirations.
  SOSi is equally committed to improving the lives of underprivileged 
and underserved people in our local community. They've been huge 
supporters of Cornerstones, a non-profit in Northern Virginia which 
provides critical support to those in need of food, shelter, affordable 
housing, quality childcare, and other human services.
  Earlier this year, SOSi President and CEO Julian Setian served as 
chairman for Cornerstones' Best of Reston Gala, which I attend almost 
every year. That gala raised over $500,000 for individuals and families 
who are in need in our community. Every year, SOSi holds drives for 
coats, books and school supplies, benefiting the families in 
Cornerstones' shelters. SOSi employees cook Thanksgiving meals, build 
bookshelves, pack care packages, and sponsor a ``night out at the 
movies'' for children living in their shelters. SOSi employees 
participate in South Lakes High School's annual Ethics Day event, 
mentoring young people in Northern Virginia about the value of ethical 
conduct in their daily lives.
  SOSi is also a strong advocate for immigrants who are victims of 
human trafficking and domestic violence through its support for a 
Washington D,C. based organization called Ayuda. SOSi provides free 
translation services and life coaching to this often overlooked segment 
of our community. Lastly, the company has become active in causes, such 
as Chance For Life, which raises money for pediatric cancer research, 
and the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, to which Julian 
and SOSi have become active contributors. Through their involvement in 
Wolf Trap, they provide critical support to early youth education in 
music and art.
  Madam Speaker, companies like SOSi and the employees who work there 
are proof of the commitment to public service that exists throughout 
Northern Virginia. l ask my colleagues to join me in thanking all of 
the employees and leadership of SOSi for their efforts to better our 
community and protect our country. I especially want to commend Julian 
for his leadership and vision. Under his guidance, SOSi has continued 
to grow and has become the standard bearer for progress and innovation 
in the government contracting industry. I thank them for their service 
and wish the SOSi Team continued success.

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