[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 186 (Thursday, December 1, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1196]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING KRISTI HOWELL

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                             HON. ANDY KIM

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 1, 2022

  Mr. KIM of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Kristi 
Howell, a champion for small businesses who has dedicated her career to 
empowering business owners that shape New Jersey's economy every day.
  As we celebrate her 20th anniversary of joining the Burlington County 
Regional Chamber of Commerce (BCRCC) as President and CEO, it's 
important to note how her work has transformed the Chamber's impact on 
our district and across the state. Kristi has been at the forefront of 
leading rebranding efforts, strengthening key partnerships, including 
with Joint Base McGuire-Dix Lakehurst, and expanding programming from 
20 annual networking and educational events to 60. Through Lunch N' 
Learns, Women's Business Conferences, Workforce Development 
Conferences, and more, Kristi has created a welcoming space for 
businesses and their employees to find success.
  Beyond her service through the Chamber of Commerce, Kristi has also 
been an active member of our community. From advising lawmakers in 
Trenton before deciding to apply her government background and 
communication skills to the business world, she has had an impact on 
multiple sectors of service. Kristi continues to give back as a board 
member and advisor for numerous organizations including the Military 
Support Alliance of NJ, the YMCA of the Pines, the Girl Scouts of 
Central and Southern New Jersey, Visit South Jersey, and the Burlington 
County Institute of Technology.
  Kristi's passion for service has also been recognized through a 
number of prestigious awards and honors over the years. More recently, 
Kristi was recognized by South Jersey Biz Magazine as Executive of the 
Year, by SJ Magazine's Women of Excellence for her Leadership, and by 
Gloucester County's Chamber of Commerce Foundation for her commitment 
to small businesses.
  Having worked with Kristi on the Small Business Advisory Council in 
2019, I am humbled to know firsthand the value of her leadership and 
expertise. We are grateful for the work that Kristi has done. I know I 
speak for the 3rd District in congratulating her for a remarkable 
milestone of 20-years leading the BCRCC.

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