- Record: Extensions of Remarks
- Section type: Recognition
- Chamber: House
- Date: May 29, 2026
- Congress: 119th Congress
- Why this source matters: Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HON. DARREN SOTO
of florida
in the house of representatives
Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Enrique Acosta Gonzalez as a distinguished leader in Central Florida for Military Appreciation Month. Enrique Acosta Gonzalez is the CEO of Triad Leadership Solutions, LLC, and has served as an executive, veteran and advocate, board member, non-profit administrator, speaker, mentor, coach, and avid volunteer. Over the past 25 years, Enrique has held numerous executive, advisory, and senior positions while serving in both the United States Navy and the civilian sector. Through education and training, he helped strengthen organizations by providing sound decision support and fostering open communication at all levels. Enrique also helped formulate and implement policies on morale, welfare, job satisfaction, discipline, and personnel training.
Corps Commendation Medal, and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. He was named the 2013, 2014, and 2017 Federal Mentor of the Year, and is the recipient of the inaugural 2014 Chief John Dungan, Jr., Oceanographer of the Navy Award for exceptional leadership. He was also awarded the Arnold Fletcher Award and inducted into the SALUTE national honors society for his academic achievements.
leadership development and career success. He was named the Active Duty, Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards' Media Professional of the Year by The Rosie Network and No. 3 of the Top 50 Leadership Podcasts. His down-to-earth approach to leadership has gained him notoriety as one of the most sought-after leadership trainers.
for nine years as part of the Camaraderie Foundation's Military Leadership Program (MLP). His impact on our Veteran community has been far-reaching, as he serves as a keynote speaker, trainer, and host for military-centered activities in Florida's 9th Congressional District. He also provides complimentary dress shirts to Veterans in preparation for job interviews through his podcast giveback program and is serving as the inaugural Mr. Military Florida for 2026.