MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE

2024 Regular Session

To: Rules

By: Senator(s) Chassaniol, Jordan

Senate Resolution 124

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING VIKING RANGE CORPORATION AND PRESIDENT KEVIN BROWN FOR RECEIVING THE PRESTIGIOUS 2024 "BEST OF KBIS STYLE STATEMENT SILVER AWARD" AT THE 60TH ANNUAL KITCHEN AND BATH INDUSTRY SHOW IN LAS VEGAS.

     WHEREAS, Viking Range, headquartered in Greenwood, Mississippi, was recently honored with the 2024 "Best of KBIS Style Statement Silver Award" at the 60th annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas, held on February 27-29, 2024.  This prestigious accolade celebrates Viking's unwavering commitment to innovation, design excellence, and superior performance, particularly showcased through its latest masterpiece, the Viking RVL Collection; and

     WHEREAS, "We are thrilled to be recognized with the 2024 'Best of KBIS Style Statement Silver Award' for our Viking RVL Collection," says Kevin Brown, President of Viking.  "This collection represents a harmonious fusion of timeless design and cutting-edge technology.  It reflects our ongoing dedication to providing discerning chefs with appliances that not only perform flawlessly but also elevate the aesthetics of their kitchens"; and

     WHEREAS, the Viking RVL Collection offers limitless contemporary design possibilities that ignite culinary creativity with its fully-integrated ovens, versatile warming drawers, and high-performance induction cooktops; and

     WHEREAS, being a Mississippi leader is exactly what Viking Range has been doing for almost 40 years.  They originated the professional-grade range for the home kitchen.  Their industry-leading innovations in appliances set the American standard for the modern luxury kitchen.  From cooking and ventilation to refrigeration and cleanup - Viking delivers professional performance and stunning design; and

     WHEREAS, Viking launched an entire industry in the heart of Mississippi, in the quaint town of Greenwood.  Located in the Mississippi Delta, Greenwood is home to flavors, sounds, and languages from around the world while also adhering to the importance of family, home, and excellence.  These values informed every aspect of the first Viking range; and

     WHEREAS, it is with great pride that we join the citizens of the Mississippi Delta in recognizing a homegrown Mississippi company and civic leader:

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commend and congratulate Viking Range Corporation and President Kevin Brown for receiving the prestigious 2024 "Best of KBIS Style Statement Silver Award" at the 60th annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas, and extend to Viking President Kevin Brown and his staff our best wishes on this auspicious occasion.

     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be presented to Viking President Kevin Brown, forwarded to the Mississippi Delta Council and be made available to the Capitol Press Corps.