Honor Ila Eckhoff Award

Senate Resolution No. 4292 BY: Senator GOLDEN HONORING Ila Eckhoff upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Dr. Catherine White Achievement Award by HeartShare Human Services of New York on April 11, 2018 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Ila Eckhoff upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Dr. Catherine White Achievement Award by HeartShare Human Services of New York to be celebrated at its Spring Gala on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at the New York Marriott Marquis in New York City; and WHEREAS, The Dr. Catherine White Achievement Award is presented to a person whose achievement in his/her chosen career has shown to benefit at-risk populations, particularly those with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or children and youth; Ila Eckhoff is truly deserving of this prestigious award; and WHEREAS, Since 1914, HeartShare Human Services of New York has strived to improve the lives of people in need of special services and support; this vital non-profit organization helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives in the community; and WHEREAS, After graduating from Brandeis University in 1982, Ila Eckhoff obtained both her Master of Business Administration degree and Certified Public Accountant license from Baruch College; and WHEREAS, A resident of New York City, Ila Eckhoff has enjoyed a long and distinguished career in financial services; currently, she holds the title of Managing Director of BlackRock, the world's largest investment firm; and WHEREAS, In this capacity, Ila Eckhoff is a senior member of BlackRock's Investment Operations Team responsible for Industry and Counterparty Management, representing the company in industry forums and on advisory committees for SIFMA, ISDA and IHS Markit; and WHEREAS, Ila Eckhoff is devoted to her profession and community; she sits on the Boards of Directors of the DTCC Global Trade Repository and the Cerebral Palsy Foundation; and WHEREAS, When she is not working or helping someone, Ila Eckhoff loves to watch a good movie and enjoy a delicious meal with a nice glass of wine; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence 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 honor Ila Eckhoff upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Dr. Catherine White Achievement Award by HeartShare Human Services of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Ila Eckhoff.