TITLE: Recognizing Marvin E. Robinson, Sr., for his achievements.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Marvin E. Robinson, Sr., for his achievements.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Marvin E. Robinson, Sr., whose outstanding record of community service is being honored at the Dallas Black Dance Theatre Lasting Legacy Reception on February 17, 2013; and WHEREAS, Mr. Robinson is president and chief executive officer of Accommodations, Incorporated, a leading concession management company; he is a graduate of Southern University, where he was a standout track athlete and served as student body president; and WHEREAS, He went on to earn a degree from the Howard University School of Law before embarking on a distinguished professional career that has included positions with such varied employers as the Congress of Racial Equality, the Office of Economic Opportunity, the National Labor Relations Board, the Winston A. Burnett Construction Company, the Interracial Council for Business Opportunity, and Xerox Corporation; and WHEREAS, He owned and operated a Burger King franchise before becoming president of Accommodations, Incorporated, in 1988 and purchasing the company seven years later; and WHEREAS, During the days of school desegregation, Mr. Robinson played an important role in the development of a high school specializing in business and management; among the numerous organizations on whose boards he has served are the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the Dallas County Salvation Army, and the Southern Dallas Development Plan; he was named chairman emeritus of Dallas Black Dance Theatre after having led the organization's board for 20 years; and WHEREAS, Mr. Robinson has had a profound impact on the lives of countless people, and it is truly fitting that he be recognized for his many contributions to his community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend Marvin E. Robinson, Sr., on his many outstanding achievements and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. West President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 12, 2013.