LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Aminy I. Audi upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the 2009 Interfaith Leadership Award by
InterFaith Works of Central New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to bring full recogni-
tion and just tribute to individuals who have distinguished themselves
and who have helped develop a world of excellence inspired by faith,
family and service; and
WHEREAS, One such individual is Aminy I. Audi, Chief Executive Officer
and President of L. & J.G. Stickley, who has been a tireless advocate
for many worthwhile organizations in Central New York and around the
world; and
WHEREAS, Aminy Audi has been selected to receive the 27th Annual
Interfaith Leadership Award, presented by InterFaith Works of Central
New York, for her devotion to faith, distinction in career, and dedi-
cation to community at its Award Dinner to be held on Tuesday, May 12,
2009, at the OnCenter Complex in Syracuse, New York; and
WHEREAS, Prior to joining Stickley, Aminy Audi, a graduate of New York
University, was a freelance writer and reporter for the VOICE OF
AMERICA; and
WHEREAS, Under her direction, Stickley has received national recogni-
tion and has appeared in several national and international publica-
tions, including FORBES, MONEY, THE NEW YORK TIMES, COUNTRY LIVING, THE
BOSTON GLOBE and GAP JAPAN; and
WHEREAS, Aminy Audi has conducted seminars throughout the country and
in Tokyo, Japan, on Stickley's continuing mission and the pivotal role
Stickley plays in the revival of the Arts and Crafts movement; and
WHEREAS, In addition to her success as CEO and President of Stickley,
Aminy Audi has been a faithful supporter of several Central New York
agencies, including InterFaith Works; she has also served on several
community and professional boards, such as the State University of New
York Board of Trustees, the Metropolitan Development Association (MDA),
and the Fine Furnishings International Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, Aminy Audi has also served as a Non-Governmental Delegate to
the United Nations World Conference of Women in Beijing; she was a
founding member of the Central New York Women's Fund; and has been the
commencement speaker at both Alfred State University and Morrisville
State College; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Aminy Audi has received numerous awards,
including THE POST-STANDARD Woman of Achievement in Business Award in
1991, the Ernst & Young Upstate New York Entrepreneur of the Year Award
in 1997, the Women in Leadership Award from the Greater Syracuse Chamber
of Commerce and WTVH-TV in 2004, and the Humanitarian Services Award
from Catholic Charities of Onondaga County in 2008; and
WHEREAS, Most importantly, she has enriched the lives of others by
opening the door of opportunity for so many people and encouraging them
to pursue their dreams; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Aminy Audi upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the 2009 Interfaith Leadership Award by InterFaith Works of Central New
York and for enhancing the lives of many through her tireless commitment
to education, community service, family and faith; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Aminy I. Audi.