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To commemorate the work and inspiring achievements of Mr. Edward Hogan as he celebrates a career of linking people.
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WHEREAS, Mr. Edward Hogan has dedicated his life to serving others and making a difference; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hogan is recognized as one of the few experienced and skillful African American lobbyists who affects regulatory, legislative, and executive laws on behalf of clients; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hogan's tradition of excellence in government relations spans over 25 years beginning at The Success Group, Inc. where he was a Legislative Specialist, Senior Lobbyist, Partner and Vice President of Government Affair; and
WHEREAS, in 1996, Mr. Hogan founded New Visions Group a network that helps clients determine their objectives through direct lobbying, community relations, multicultural affairs, grassroots mobilization, or a combination of disciplines necessary to achieve success; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hogan has served as the chief liaison between The Success Group, Inc. and the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC), the National Black Caucus of State Legislators and the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hogan's commitment to making a difference is captured in his contributed time and resources to a number of organizations, including Maryhaven, Inc., Alvis House, Muscular Dystrophy Association, Ballet Met, Columbus Metropolitan Area Community Action Organization (CMACAO) and Ohio Cancer Research Associates; and
WHEREAS, although Mr. Hogan has chosen to conclude his career, his legacy of service and dedication will continue to serve as a worthy example for others to follow; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby honor and recognize Mr. Edward Hogan for his dedicated service the City of Columbus.