House Resolution 479 By: Representatives Carson of the 46th, Wilkerson of the 38th, and Cooper of the 45th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Kathryn Fletcher for her service as chair of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Kathryn Fletcher, CPA, MBA, CGMA, has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication in her role as the chair of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants (GSCPA) for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year; and WHEREAS, throughout her tenure as chair, she has promoted the accounting profession among young people, engaging with students of all ages to share the many opportunities available within the field; and WHEREAS, she has further served as a strong proponent of financial literacy, recognizing its critical importance in daily life and championing increased awareness and education on financial matters for individuals and communities alike; and WHEREAS, her tenure as GSCPA chair has been marked by a commitment to innovation, education, and advocacy, strengthening the profession's future and ensuring that CPAs remain at the forefront of financial expertise and ethical responsibility; and WHEREAS, her passion for the accounting profession began at an early age, leading her to pursue a distinguished career in public accounting, where she has excelled as a trusted advisor, mentor, and advocate for the profession; and WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this outstanding individual be appropriately honored. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Kathryn Fletcher for her exemplary service as chair of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants and extend best wishes for continued success in all future endeavors. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Kathryn Fletcher.