"Your
dedication to quality service benefits all Texans and adds to the strength
of our state. I applaud your hard work and commitment to excellence."
George W. Bush, as Governor, State of Texas
"You
have provided valuable leadership in our stat's business community, and
your commitment sets an example for other business leaders around the
state." Ann W. Richards, Governor, State of Texas
"[You]
Exemplify the Imagination, Iniative, Iindependence and Integrity by White
the American Small Business Person Makes a Vital Contribution to the Nation,
the Economy, and the Free Enterprise System." US Small Business Administration
(SBA)
"As
a member, I know how helpful the [BSC] has been in working with small
busineses in Austin." Gonzalo Barrientos, Senator, State of Texas
"The
training and assistance you provide Austin's entrepreneurs has proved
invaluable in forstering successful companies throughout the city."
Lloyd Doggett, US Congressman
"Thank
you. . .for being such a driving force. . .to support and improve Austin's
business community." Jerry Haba, Manager, Public Programs, Austin
Community College
"The
[BSC] has helped fill a need to help budding businesses who need help
on how to start up a busines and keep it going." Robert Howden, state
director, National Federation of Independent Business
"We
appreciate the generosity of sharing time, talent and expertise to help
the City of Austin plan andprepare for its entry into the global community."
Kirk Watson, Mayor, City of Austin