Honor Seema Mojawalla Award

Senate Resolution No. 4232 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Seema Mojawalla upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2018 Yellow Rose Award by the Zonta Club of Grand Island 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; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Seema Mojawalla upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the

2018 Yellow Rose Award by the Zonta Club of Grand Island; and WHEREAS, New York State is home to countless women, strong and colorful threads vital to the fabric of our rich heritage, who have and continue to contribute to the advancement of our culture through their traditional and non-traditional roles in society; and WHEREAS, The Zonta Club, an international organization of professional women who work to advance the status of women through service and advocacy, sets aside March 8th of each year as Yellow Rose Day, to honor the accomplishments of women worldwide; the Zonta Club of Grand Island takes this opportunity to honor women whose courage, determination and dedication have made a difference in the lives of others within the community and beyond; and WHEREAS, Called upon to contribute her time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors, Seema Mojawalla has always given of herself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, As Director of Innovation at the Association of Mail & Business Centers (AMBC), Seema Mojawalla's unique viewpoint is always fresh, forward-thinking, and focused; her passionate dedication to the industry association is pure, and she uplifts everyone with her tenacious kindness and gentle spirit; and WHEREAS, Seema Mojawalla also serves as co-owner of Island Ship Center on Whitehaven Road with her husband; in this capacity, she has been credited with increasing sales in the store through her merchandising and sourcing skills; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, this extraordinary woman is the co-owner of Social Media & Design Coaches, the owner of The Henna Salon, and the founder of Seema Boutique, featuring Seema's Naturals, an exclusive line of natural, handmade body care products; and WHEREAS, The oldest of five girls, Seema Mojawalla was born and raised in Mercer County, Pennsylvania; she completed her education abroad in foreign language; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, Fahim, and their five children, who have all shown her love and support and rejoice in her many achievements; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Seema Mojawalla has displayed throughout her life; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Seema Mojawalla, that future generations may know and appreciate her admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Seema Mojawalla upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2018 Yellow Rose Award by the Zonta Club of Grand Island; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Seema Mojawalla.