Senate Resolution No. 1350

BY: Senator GRIFFO

COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of Romanelli
Communications

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that the quality
and character of life in this great Empire State is greatly enriched by
the faithful and diligent work of those organizations which serve to
meet the needs of the community and its citizenry; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Romanelli Communications; and

WHEREAS, Established in 1973, Romanelli Communications has
consistently combined innovation, strategic thinking, and a touch of
whimsy to deliver exceptional results for its clients and has been a
local driving force in the world of advertising for an impressive 50
years; and

WHEREAS, Founded by Don Romanelli, the family-owned agency holds its
corporate office in the beautiful orange-brick building on the corner of
West Park Row and College Street in Clinton, NY; it was purchased by Don
Romanelli in the summer of 1983 and the building is on the state and
national registries of historic places; and

WHEREAS, Beth Romanelli-Hapanowicz, Don Romanelli's daughter, began
working at Romanelli Communications in December 1990, followed shortly
after by his son, Joseph Romanelli, in July 1991; retiring in 2003, Don
turned the business over to his children, with Joseph being named
President and Beth Vice-President of the company; and

WHEREAS, To continue the family tradition, Beth's daughter, Elyssa
Broccoli, began working at Romanelli Communications in 2018 and
represents the third generation of the family to be involved with the
business; and

WHEREAS, Throughout its history, Romanelli Communications has had
the distinct honor of collaborating with a wide array of esteemed
clients, from iconic sporting events to beloved local businesses; their
portfolio spans industries and resonates with diverse audiences; and

WHEREAS, Holding offices in Boston, Massachusetts, Romanelli
Communications has had the privilege of partnering with national
clients, including the prestigious Boston Marathon, where they worked
closely with the Marathon's organizers, crafting material that has
inspired and motivated participants from all walks of life; their
creative endeavors have celebrated the spirit, resilience, and
determination the Marathon shares with the community and its countless
athletes; and

WHEREAS, Romanelli Communications has also collaborated with
trusted, local institutions such as First Source Federal Credit Union,
JETNET, JAY-K Lumber, Preswick Glen, Saranac Brewery, CONMED, and The
Ride for Missing Children, helping those businesses grow and connect

with their audiences through engaging and impactful campaigns,
strengthening their presence and fostering trust within the community;
and

WHEREAS, With an unwavering commitment to its clients, the agency
has embraced the ever-changing landscape of advertising, adapting to new
technologies and trends while staying true to its core values; and

WHEREAS, The success of Romanelli Communications is in direct
correlation to the efforts of its Board of Directors and staff, whose
involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive
commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of
excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the institution and the
community it serves; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those
organizations which unselfishly devote their energy, talent and
thoughtful care on behalf of improving the quality and dignity of life
in the community, are worthy and due full praise and recognition for
their noble and dedicated efforts; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Romanelli Communications; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Romanelli Communications.