[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 478]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING PATRICIA GARMAN AS CENTRAL FAIRFAX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 
                      BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR

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                             HON. TOM DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 27, 2004

  Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Patricia Garman as Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce Business Leader 
of the Year.
  Ms. Garman, known to friends and colleagues as Patt, is widely 
respected throughout the Fairfax business community. Honest and 
reliable, with business savvy, Patt has proven to be an incredibly 
effective businessperson. She gives every venture her all and is always 
ready to take on new challenges. Moreover, Patt sees every project 
through until completion, producing consistently impressive results.
  Patt heads a team of four investment advisors at Capital Planning & 
Investments, Inc., her own successful, independent advisory firm. CPI 
offers a variety of financial solutions for local businesses and 
individuals, including customized investment and insurance advice on an 
hourly and ongoing basis.
  In addition, Patt is highly involved with the Central Fairfax Chamber 
of Commerce. She serves on the CFCC Board of Directors and Small 
Business Committee, and through the CFCC, she has become treasurer of 
the citywide Chocolate Lovers Festival Committee.
  While in these positions, Patt has had numerous notable 
accomplishments. For example, she created a program in which CFCC 
breakfast seminars would pay for themselves. Through her table-top 
display program, Patt personally works with CFCC members to attract and 
schedule sponsors for the seminars. The popularity of Patt's program 
has enabled it to continue in the upcoming year.
  Patt also was responsible for computerizing CFCC files for easy 
recording, implementing an aggressive budget and achieving Not-for-
Profit status. These successes are indicative of her commitment, drive 
and character. Patt likes to make things happen and motivates others 
with her infectious spirit. When she sees needs, she addresses them, 
rallying others around her to turn visions into reality.
  All things considered, Patt's special honor truly is well deserved. 
Over the years, she has made a lasting impact on the CFCC and greater 
Fairfax business community. She is an accomplished businessperson who 
successfully leads others through example. I ask that my colleagues 
join me in applauding Patricia Garman and congratulating her on this 
distinguished achievement.

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