[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 59 (Monday, April 4, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E352]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING JENNIFER STRONG AS WOMAN OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 4, 2022

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Jennifer Strong, whom I have named the 2022 Woman of the Year in Lake 
County, California. Woman of the Year recognizes women who have made 
important contributions to California's 5th Congressional District in 
Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and 
Innovation or Community Service.
  Jennifer Strong was born in Davis, California, and is a sixth-
generation Lake County resident. She graduated from California State 
University, Chico in 1993 with a bachelor's degree in agricultural 
business. Ms. Strong started her career as a branch manager for Tri 
Counties Bank. She quickly developed a passion for helping her 
customers feel comfortable with their finances. In 1998, she expanded 
this passion and founded Strong Financial Network as a Certified 
Financial Planner. Her firm is built upon the principle of holistic 
financial planning with a focus on helping her clients maneuver through 
all aspects of life. Ms. Strong provides hours of free financial 
planning to all ages, including young people, regardless of the size of 
their assets. She is often found at a career day event at a local 
school and meeting individually with young people about the importance 
of a healthy relationship with money. Additionally, she has hosted 
countless student interns in her office over the years.
  Ms. Strong is also a member and supporter of many non-profit 
organization in Lake County. She donates countless hours of service to 
local non-profits in financial planning, as well as providing MC 
services for annual charity fundraisers. Ms. Strong is a long-time 
member of the Lakeport Rotary Club. She is known for her 15-year 
service as Ride Director for the annual cycling event, Konocti 
Challenge, bringing in millions of dollars in economic benefit to Lake 
County. She also founded the Rotary Fire Relief Fund, which was 
established during the Valley Fire in 2015, and raised over $1 million 
that year. All of the fund was used to support fire survivors.
  Ms. Strong's passion for her community is described by loved ones as 
``infectious and always at the forefront of her decisions.'' She is 
known for her dedicated passion in helping others believe in their own 
ability to effect change in the world. Outside of her career and 
community work, Ms. Strong is passionate about outdoor activities, such 
as scuba diving, gardening, travelling, and is also a licensed private 
pilot.
  Madam Speaker, it is evident that Jennifer Strong has dedicated her 
life to the people of Lake County through her career in financial 
services and her community work. Therefore, it is fitting and proper 
that we honor her here today.

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