Senate Resolution No. 412

BY: Senator PARKER

HONORING Ralph Woods Jr. upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of an Entrepreneurial Award
by the Young, Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Awards
Program

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of
and publicly acknowledge individuals who have distinguished themselves
through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives
of service to their community and their profession; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Ralph Woods Jr., professionally known as DJ S-1, upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of an Entrepreneurial Award by the Young,
Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Awards Program to be celebrated at the
18th Anniversary of the Young, Gifted & Black Awards Program on
Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at Terrace On The Park in Queens, New
York; and

WHEREAS, Established in 2006 by President/CEO of the NetLinkz Group,
Inc., Carl O. Gray, the Young, Gifted & Black (YGB) Entrepreneurial
Awards Program recognizes individuals who continue to reach levels of
great success through hard work and determination, proving to be
inspiring role models to their community and peers; and

WHEREAS, Remaining true to its mission, the Young, Gifted & Black
Entrepreneurial Awards Program acknowledges the talent, ambition, and
achievements of African American and Caribbean professionals towards
their continued pursuit of success; and

WHEREAS, The Young, Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Awards Program
was launched in honor of Black History Month and shines a light on such
accomplished individuals as DJ S-1, who truly exemplifies an
entrepreneurial spirit; and

WHEREAS, Ralph Woods Jr. has been a professional DJ, host, and
producer since 1995; DJ S-1 has orchestrated the sound for many
corporate events, movie, and album release parties, as well as at some
of the hottest venues known around the world; he is most known for DJing
weekly parties at numerous popular, legendary venues in his hometown of
New York City; and

WHEREAS, DJ S-1 specializes in R&B (Rhythm & Blues), Hip Hop, Pop,
Top-40, Reggae, Soca, House/Electro, Afro Beats and Salsa, but it is his
vast knowledge of the 'Classics' that takes him a step above other DJs
in the country; and

WHEREAS, Having been employed by some of the best radio stations in
the world, in September of 2011, DJ S-1 was invited to become a member
of the 'Mixologists' DJ roster on the Legendary New York-based radio
station, WBLS 107.5 FM; and

WHEREAS, This honoree exemplifies the best of his community, by
virtue of his energy, vision, and dedication, commanding the greatest
respect among his friends and colleagues, and within the community at
large; and

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commend
individuals of outstanding character, who have shown initiative and
commitment toward constantly pursuing higher goals for themselves, and
acting as role models of leadership to be emulated by both peers and
young people; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Ralph Woods Jr. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of an Entrepreneurial Award by the Young, Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial
Awards Program; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Ralph Woods Jr.