Senate Resolution No. 576 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Su Chen upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a 2023 Women-N-Motion Empowerment Award by the Young, Gifted and Black Entrepreneurial Awards Program WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of and publicly acknowledge individuals who have distinguished themselves through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives of service to their community and their profession; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Su Chen upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a 2023 Women-N-Motion Empowerment Award by the Young, Gifted and Black Entrepreneurial Awards Program to be celebrated at its Awards Brunch on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at the Simpson Restaurant and Bar, Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, Founded by Carl O. Gray, the Young, Gifted & Black (YGB) Entrepreneurial Awards Program recognizes individuals who continue to reach levels of great success through hard work and determination, proving to be inspiring role models to their community and peers; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, in conjunction with the observance of Women's History Month, this auspicious occasion features several outstanding women who are leaders, motivators, business professionals, innovators and entrepreneurs; and WHEREAS, Su Chen has more than 25 years as an entrepreneur, and her experiences have afforded her with a well-rounded mind-set and skill set; she has a keen eye for design and vast knowledge of networking, organizational development, decision-making, follow-through, and advanced problem-solving skills; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary woman is also known as a master-networker and a valuable connector in the region and is highly sought out for her ability to make a positive contribution amongst her colleagues, associates, peers, friends, and family; and WHEREAS, Su Chen began her illustrious career in the field of construction as a Local 3 Electrician before transitioning to Interior Design and Real Estate; and WHEREAS, As the current co-owner of TeamLogic IT, a national information technology company located in Valley Stream, New York, Su Chen has come full circle and back to her roots; with first-hand knowledge from her time at Local 3, she is destined to make her mark in the industry; and WHEREAS, A renowned business strategist, Su Chen's credentials include Accredited Staging Professional (ASP), Notary Public, Interior Design Specialist with S.A.C. Interiors, and is a Licensed Real Estate Broker with S.A.C. Properties; she has worked with homeowners and small to large companies for many years; and WHEREAS, Under her able leadership, TeamLogic IT was named MSP of the Year and is a national provider of technology solutions; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to her community, Su Chen gives tirelessly of her time, talent and resources to several organizations; she is a member of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Board of Directors of the Urban League of Long Island; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commend individuals of outstanding character, who have shown initiative and commitment toward constantly pursuing higher goals for themselves, and acting as role models of leadership to be emulated by both peers and young people; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Su Chen upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a 2023 Women-N-Motion Empowerment Award by the Young, Gifted and Black Entrepreneurial Awards Program; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Su Chen.