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Congressman Visits Suzuki Motor Of America U nited States Congressman Gil Cisneros, representing California's 39th Congressional District, visited Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.'s (Suzuki's) head- quarters in Brea, California, Wednesday, May 28, to tour the facility and learn more about Suzuki's business and industry. Congressman Cisneros was joined by Deputy District Direc- tor Martin Medrano, and Field Representative Chris Wade. "Companies like Suzuki Motor of America Inc. are the engines of growth and socioeconomic advancement in our district. It was wonderful meeting with Suzuki America's leadership and the many employees who are 39th District residents," said Rep. Cisneros. "The 39th District's highways of commerce and highly skilled workforce make it an ideal place for com- panies like Suzuki to grow their business while investing in their employees. I'm proud that Suzuki America chose to be headquar- tered in Brea, in the heart of the 39th, and is a key part of our local economy." During their visit, Congress- man Cisneros met with Suzuki's senior executive staff to discuss topics of importance to the pow- ersports industry. Among other things, the group discussed the ongoing international trade dispute, land access issues and ensuring California remains business-friendly. Kerry Graeber, Vice President of Motorcycle/ ATV Sales and Marketing en- couraged Congressman Cis- neros to join the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus to broaden his awareness and influence on matters that surround motor- cycles. "It was a pleasure to meet with Congressman Cisneros," said Graeber. "He was genuinely interested in our industry and we sincerely appreciated the oppor- tunity to sit with him and explain Suzuki's business." Though Congressman Cisner- os is not currently a motorcyclist, Graeber joked that he would be happy to teach both Cisneros and his wife how to ride a motor- cycle! CN IN THE WIND P34 (L-R) Outgoing Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (SMAI) President, Tak Hayasaki, Congressman Gil Cisneros, and incoming SMAI President, Max Yamamoto. Cisneros presented Suzuki with a Congressional Certificate of Recognition while visiting the company's U.S. headquarters in Brea, California, May, 28.