[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 108 (Friday, June 24, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E671]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING BUTCHART FLOWERS AND GIFTS

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 24, 2022

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Butchart Flowers and Gifts. Butchart Flower and Gifts won the award for 
Employer of Excellence from the YWCA St. Joseph Women of Excellence 
Awards program for its honorable business practices.
  Butchart Flowers and Gifts was purchased three years ago by John and 
Michelle Leimbach and has expanded to include a second location. To 
compensate for the added growth and responsibilities, the business 
increased employee wages and instituted a quarterly bonus system to 
encourage employees to take a personal role in ensuring the business's 
success. The business recognizes their important role in helping people 
celebrate the seasons of life and their employees take that 
responsibility seriously. In addition to meeting the floral needs of 
their customers, the business regularly gives back to the community 
through donations and partners with the nonprofit, Sisters of Solace.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in thanking and 
congratulating Butchart Flower and Gifts for winning the Employer of 
Excellence award as well as their excellence in serving the people of 
the Sixth Congressional District. I am proud to represent Butchart 
Flowers and Gifts in the United States House of Representatives.

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