LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Mr. Fred R. Powell upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the Community Entrepreneur Award by the
Girls High School Alumnae Association

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that individuals who
distinguish themselves in service to their community merit the highest
commendation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Mr.
Fred R. Powell upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Outstanding Educator Award by the Girls High School Alumnae Association;
and
WHEREAS, Fred Powell is the CEO of B & F Powell Enterprises, Inc.
which owns and operates Barbara's Flowers-Brooklyn and Barbara's Flow-
ers-Harlem; Barbara's Flower Shop is a 40-year old full service floral
company serving the New York metropolitan area; and
WHEREAS, Prior to joining his wife, Barbara, in this family business,
Fred Powell served as Executive Director of the Interracial Council for
Business Opportunity (I. C. B. O.) where he was instrumental in assist-
ing numerous businesses in obtaining technical assistance and financing;
his work at I.C.B.O. was preceded by his work with the Small Business
Administration, having served in various positions including Loan Offi-
cer, Coordinator of Field Operations for the Nassau County Economic
Opportunity Commission (EOC) and Deputy Director of Nassau County EOC's
Business Development Center; and
WHEREAS, Fred Powell holds a degree in business and economics from
Union College in Schenectady, New York, and has done postgraduate
studies in Business Administration at Hofstra University in Hempstead,
New York; he serves on the board of the Greater Harlem Chamber of
Commerce and Audelco, which provides support and recognition with awards
for excellence in non-profit theatre production celebrating the Black
experience; he has also served as board chair of Creative Outlet, a
Brooklyn-based dance company; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout has been his wife, Barbara, who feels
privileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his achievements;
and
WHEREAS, Fred R. Powell has certainly distinguished himself in service
to his community and is worthy of the recognition and appreciation of
this Legislative Body and the citizens of the great State of New York;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Mr. Fred R. Powell upon the occasion of his designation as recipi-
ent of the Community Entrepreneur Award by the Girls High School Alumnae
Association; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Fred R. Powell, Proprietor, Barbara's Flower Shop.