H.R. No. 609

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Carie Roach is being honored with a Y Women in Careers Award by the YWCA in Corpus Christi on March 5, 2015; and

WHEREAS, The Corpus Christi YWCA has been recognizing accomplished women in the community through this awards program for the past 35 years; those chosen for the distinction have all achieved a notable degree of success in their respective fields, and as women who demonstrate integrity, a ready willingness to take on new challenges, and a commitment to excellence, they serve as outstanding role models for young girls, whose empowerment is a crucial part of the YWCA mission; and

WHEREAS, Carie Roach is a fitting recipient of this prestigious accolade; an insurance industry professional for more than two decades, Ms. Roach joined Borden Insurance in 2005, and she currently serves as executive vice president and chief operating officer; she oversees a staff of 34 people across three states and two countries, and she has achieved the distinction of holding certifications as an insurance counselor, a chartered property casualty underwriter, and a risk manager; and

WHEREAS, Through the skill and determination she brings to all her efforts, Carie Roach has earned the esteem of her peers and made contributions to her community that will resonate far into the future; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Carie Roach on receiving a 2015 Y Women in Careers Award from the YWCA of Corpus Christi and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Roach as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Herrero

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 609 was adopted by the House on March 5, 2015, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House