Senate Resolution No. 3111

BY: Senator BRESLIN

COMMENDING Jan Smith upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the FUEL HER FIRE Award
by Girls Incorporated of the Greater Capital Region
to be celebrated September 27, 2017

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to publicly
recognize those extraordinary individuals who have made contributions to
the success and progress of society in the course of their life's work;
and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend Jan Smith upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the FUEL HER FIRE Award by Girls Incorporated of the Greater Capital
Region to be observed at its 3rd Annual FUEL HER FIRE Awards Celebration
at Wolfert's Roost Country Club, Albany, New York, on Wednesday,
September 27, 2017; and

WHEREAS, The recipient of this auspicious award is bestowed upon a
local female who is a demonstrated catalyst of professional success in
the Capital Region; Jan Smith is one such individual; and

WHEREAS, Jan Smith serves as the Principal of Castle Rock Ranch
Group, a reputation management corporation; and

WHEREAS, Renowned for her long-term role with GE Energy as Director
of Communications and Public Affairs, Jan Smith served as the company's
spokeswoman and led a global team responsible for internal
communications, media relations, and public affairs; and

WHEREAS, During her illustrious career with GE, Jan Smith also
served as the Human Resources Manager for both Knolls Atomic Power
Laboratory, and GE Energy Engineering and Sourcing; and

WHEREAS, Jan Smith's distinguished professional reputation is
centered around public affairs, press relations, positioning,
representing GE in communities, and both dynamic public speaking and
presentation skills; and

WHEREAS, Highly motivated and enthusiastic, Jan Smith is a strategic
thinker who stimulates change and invigorates others; and

WHEREAS, Jan Smith is past Chair of the New York Capital Region's
Forum for Executive Women; she has also served with the Metro Atlanta
Arts Fund, Atlanta Woman magazine and the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce;
and

WHEREAS, A true asset to her community, Jan Smith has served on the
boards of such organizations as: United Way, Red Cross, NY Business
Council, Albany Institute, WMHT Telecommunications and Albany Medical
Center; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Jan Smith has displayed
throughout her life; and

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; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Jan Smith upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the FUEL HER FIRE Award by Girls Incorporated of the Greater Capital
Region; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Jan Smith.