[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 183 (Tuesday, October 19, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1106]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  IN RECOGNITION OF PHILIP CHRISTOPHER

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 19, 2021

  Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Philip 
Christopher as he is honored with the Hermes Award at the 30th Hermes 
Expo Awards Dinner on October 20, 2021. Mr. Christopher's contributions 
to the Hellenic business community are truly deserving of this award 
and this body's recognition.
  Mr. Christopher embodies the American Dream and exemplifies the 
mission of Hermes Expo International. Born in Cyprus, Mr. Christopher 
immigrated with his family to the United States as a young boy. Today, 
Mr. Christopher is a successful businessman, esteemed community leader 
and passionate philanthropist. In addition to his professional work to 
strengthen the business connections between the U.S. and foreign 
companies, Mr. Christopher is a tireless advocate of justice for Cyprus 
and his efforts to support the Greek Cypriot community here and abroad 
are immeasurable.
  Founder, President and CEO of American Network Solutions LLC, Philip 
Christopher is a prominent leader in the business community with more 
than 30 years of experience in the industry, including leadership roles 
with Audiovox Communications Corp., UTStarcom Personal Communications 
and Personal Communications Devices. Mr. Christopher also lends his 
professional expertise to various industry organizations and has served 
on numerous boards and foundations, including the New York Hospital 
Medical Center of Queens Board of Directors and the White House 
Economic Council.
  Madam Speaker, I sincerely hope my colleagues will join me in 
congratulating Philip Christopher on receiving the prestigious Hermes 
Award and thanking him for his continuous advocacy on behalf of Cyprus 
and U.S.-Greek relations.

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