[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 166 (Wednesday, October 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E950]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: KATRINKA RUK

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 11, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Katrinka Ruk as she is honored as one of California's 
8th Congressional District's Women of the Year.
  Katrinka is a dedicated and passionate leader who has touched the 
lives of countless members of her community. Katrinka is described as a 
Bay Area native who has made a career out of improving the lives of 
working people. Professionally, she spent years working in the field of 
human resources as an HR Director for Geyser Peak and a global 
pharmaceutical company, and Regional HR Director for TriNet where she 
supported the growth of startups into thriving organizations. Katrinka 
has also helped grow the economy of Contra Costa County by serving for 
20 years as director for the West Contra Costa Council of Business and 
Industries. Katrinka has also extensively given her time as a board 
member for Canine Guardian Assistance Dogs, an organization connecting 
fully trained service dogs with veterans who suffer from PTSD. She also 
served on the East Bay Board of the YMCA where she supported social 
programs and reviewed potential grants for the organization. Katrinka's 
years of work and volunteerism will be felt throughout Contra Costa 
County for years to come.
  On behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional District, 
it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Katrinka Ruk for her positive 
contributions to our community.

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