The Japan-America Society of Houston (JASH) is thrilled to share that the Government of Japan has recognized our very own William H. Weiland with the 2020 Japanese Foreign Minister’s Commendation.
Mr. Weiland has served on the JASH Board of Directors at various periods over the past 30 years.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Mr. Weiland, working with fellow JASH Board Member Joe Hafner, the President of Riviana Foods, and then Japanese Consul General Yasuo Hori, devoted substantial personal time and effort to the development and construction of the Japanese Garden in Hermann Park.
In 2013, Mr. Weiland was asked to take on the role of Vice-President of JASH and soon thereafter was elected President, a role he served in until 2019.
Because of Mr. Weiland’s dedication and leadership, the Japan-America Society of Houston is well positioned to continue to perform its core mission of uniting Houston’s diverse community, local businesses, and individuals to advance the mutual interest of, and the strong bonds between, the people of Japan and the United States.
Mr. Weiland has led our organization with both honor and distinction, and we are delighted that he has been recognized for his contributions to U.S.-Japan ties.
Mr. Weiland is to receive an award certificate and a commemorative gift in recognition of his contributions promoting the mutual understanding between Japan and the United States in Houston.