Honor Albert Nocciolino Award

Senate Resolution No. 1865 BY: Senator AKSHAR HONORING Albert Nocciolino upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Distinguished Citizens Award by the Baden-Powell Council Boy Scouts of America WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character who have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire State with their strong contributions to the community and model citizenship; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Albert Nocciolino upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Distinguished Citizens Award by the Baden-Powell Council Boy Scouts of America at its 33rd Annual Broome County Awards Dinner to be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2017, at The McKinley in Endicott, New York; and WHEREAS, The Distinguished Citizen Award recognizes the noteworthy and extraordinary leadership of distinguished citizens in the community; the recipient of this auspicious award lives to serve and inspire the youth of today, to lead, accept responsibility and care about principles and causes beyond self-interest; and WHEREAS, Albert Nocciolino has set a positive example for others and has demonstrated concern and significant care for his community and has rightfully earned accolades for his accomplishments; and WHEREAS, Born to Italian immigrants in Binghamton, New York, Albert Nocciolino lived a humble life; during his childhood, he learned the importance of serving his community from his parents; following his dream of the arts, he attended the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania; and WHEREAS, After his graduation from college, Albert Nocciolino spent over 40 years in the theater; he is the Founder and President of NAC Entertainment, a diversified entertainment and theatrical company based in Binghamton which specializes in the presentation of National Touring Broadway shows in New York State; and WHEREAS, Additionally, Albert Nocciolino has toured as a Producer, Founding Member and President of the Independent Presenters Network, and President and CEO of Famous Artists of Syracuse, New York; and WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Albert Nocciolino has produced and co-produced Broadway shows and national touring shows throughout the country including "Kinky Boots", "La Cage aux Folles", "Driving Miss Daisy" and "Spamalot", many of which he received Tony Awards; for his enduring contributions to society, he received the prestigious Buffalo's Artvoive Artie Awards' Outstanding Contribution by a Visiting Theater Professional; and WHEREAS, Albert Nocciolino has been a Tony Award voting member since

1982; he currently serves as the Co-Chair of the Intra-Industry/Road Presenters Committee and as Vice Chair of the Road of the Broadway League, is a founding member and Chairman of the National Touring Theatre Council and is a founding member and past President of the Independent Presenters Network (IPN); and WHEREAS, Albert Nocciolino has been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to his community, Albert Nocciolino has served on multiple boards including the Binghamton University Council, the Binghamton Symphony and the Binghamton Summer Music Festival; he currently serves as an active member on the Binghamton University Foundation Board, the Lourdes Hospital Foundation, Binghamton Boys & Girls Club Foundation and is President of Broome County Community Charities; and WHEREAS, For his exceptional service, Albert Nocciolino has received the Civic Leader of the Year Award by the Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce; in Buffalo he received the Artvoive Artie Award for Outstanding Contribution by a Visiting Theater Professional, and has received the Distinguished Lifetime Service Award and Outstanding Achievement in Presenter Management by The Broadway League; and WHEREAS, Albert Nocciolino is the proud father of four children, Nina, Jenna, Gabrielle and Joey, and the loving grandfather of one grandson, Seamus; and WHEREAS, This remarkable man distinguished himself in his profession and by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of his community; throughout his entire life, Albert Nocciolino has stood constantly in dignity, good grace, and humor; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and pay tribute to those individuals whose commitment and creative talents have contributed to the entertainment and cultural enrichment of the citizens of the State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Albert Nocciolino upon the occasion designation as recipient of the 2017 Distinguished Citizens Award by the Baden-Powell Council Boy Scouts of America; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Albert Nocciolino, President, NAC Entertainment.