LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Council of Urban Professionals for
its work to connect, empower, and mobilize the next generation of
diverse business and civic leaders

WHEREAS, A great community is only as great as those persons and organ-
izations that provide exemplary service, whether through participation
in voluntary programs, through unique personal achievement in their
profession or other endeavors, or simply through a lifetime of good
citizenship; and
WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made signif-
icant contributions to the quality of life therein; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Council of Urban Professionals for its work to connect, empower, and
mobilize the next generation of diverse business and civic leaders; and
WHEREAS, The Council of Urban Professionals seeks racial, ethnic and
gender parity in the highest business and civic leadership positions in
the U.S. Through 65+ annual events - forums, leadership development
programs, and peer networks - CUP empowers aspiring diverse profes-
sionals to develop connections, opportunities, and expertise that best
position them for top leadership roles, resulting in a transformative
impact on our communities; and
WHEREAS, Since 2007, this esteemed organization has worked to
strengthen leadership opportunities for high performing professionals of
color and women; and
WHEREAS, Today, the Council of Urban Professionals continues to work
tirelessly to connect, empower, and mobilize the next generation of
diverse business and civic leaders; it will continue to empower and
uplift professionals of color and women, as well as their communities,
for many years to come; and
WHEREAS, The success of the Council of Urban Professionals is in
direct correlation to the efforts of its partners and members, 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 this organization and the urban
professional community it proudly serves; and
WHEREAS, The Council of Urban Professionals' distinguished record
merits the recognition and respectful tribute of this Legislative Body;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Council of Urban Professionals for its work to connect,
empower, and mobilize the next generation of diverse business and civic
leaders; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Council of Urban Professionals.