[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E445]
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                        RECOGNIZING JAMIE HARDEN

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 14, 2026

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the visionary 
leadership of Jamie Harden, President and CEO of Creative Sign Designs, 
as the company celebrates its 40th anniversary, which is a remarkable 
milestone in the Tampa Bay area. Four decades ago, this journey began 
with a simple mission focused on quality mailboxes. Today, thanks to 
Jamie's direction, Creative Sign Designs has evolved into a national 
leader in architectural signage, operating out of a massive 50,000-
square-foot facility right here in the bay area. With a dedicated team 
of over 150 professionals, the company manages everything from complex 
fabrication to ADA compliance with absolute precision.
  Jamie's impact extends far beyond the walls of his headquarters. A 
proud Florida State Seminole, he has dedicated himself to our 
community, serving as Past Chairman of the Tampa Bay Chamber and the 
CEO Council of Tampa Bay. His commitment to excellence is reflected in 
the company's staggering list of accolades, including seven consecutive 
years on the INC. 5000 and the Governor's Business Ambassador Award.
  Mr. Speaker, we know behind every great leader is a strong 
foundation. Jamie has shared over 30 years of marriage with his wife, 
Melanie, and they are the proud parents of Battle, Ellee, and Turner.
  Jamie Harden's transition from a local business owner to an 
international award-winner is a testament to his visionary leadership. 
I congratulate him and the entire Creative Sign Designs family on 40 
years of excellence. We look forward to seeing the signs of his 
continued success for decades to come.

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