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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 105
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch, retired United States 
Army Lieutenant Colonel and renowned motivational speaker; and
	WHEREAS, Colonel Kickbusch grew up in a poor barrio in 
Laredo, overcoming challenges of poverty, discrimination, and 
illiteracy to become a leadership role model for her community; 
and
	WHEREAS, She became the highest ranking Hispanic woman in 
the United States Army's combat support field before retiring in 
1996 to pursue her mission of preparing tomorrow's leaders today; 
and
	WHEREAS, After an exemplary 20-year military career, 
Consuelo Kickbusch founded Educational Achievement Services, 
Incorporated; she consults with corporations and government 
agencies to encourage leadership and improve employee performance,
and she holds seminars and workshops to help develop leadership 
skills; and
	WHEREAS, Dedicated to helping the youth of America, 
Consuelo works with children, parents, and educators, and she 
has produced a video entitled "Porque No--Why Not?" to teach 
practical techniques to assist young people in overcoming 
obstacles and achieving success; and
	WHEREAS, Over the years, Consuelo has earned numerous 
awards and commendations for her outstanding achievements,


including the Legion of Merit, the Army Achievement Medal, and 
National Image's Uniformed Services Award; she was honored by the 
San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce with the 2002 Business 
Achievement Award, and she appears frequently in lists of the top 
women in the country; and
	WHEREAS, A highly respected leader, an inspirational 
speaker, and an exemplary role model, Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch
exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit of America; now, therefore,
be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commend 
Consuelo Kickbusch for her exceptional achievements and extend 
to her best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                           Madla




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 6, 2004.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate