2023 New York State Workforce Innovation Awards Luncheon


May 19, 2023

University at Albany, ETEC

Silver Sponsors

ABOUT

The 2023 New York State Workforce Innovation Awards are back! Each year, The Business Council of New York State presents awards to workforce stakeholders recognizing leaders who focus on developing a strong and diverse talent pipeline through workforce development, education, and business. Awardees will be recognized at the luncheon for their leadership and innovation in developing and/or delivering training and education to meet the workforce needs of local or regional businesses. 

Awards to be presented are:

  • Higher Education Workforce Innovation Award: CAHill Tech, Inc 
  • Non-Profit Workforce Innovation Award: The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY)  
  • Business Workforce Leadership Award: New York Power Authority (NYPA)
    Do you fall into one of these categories? Register for this event to learn more about how these stakeholders are improving the labor force across New York!

LOCATION

PROGRAM

11:30 a.m.

Registration

12:00 - 2:00 p.m.  

Welcome / Opening Remarks

  • Dr. Havidán Rodríguez- Bio
    President
    University at Albany, State University of New York (SUNY)
  • Honorable Patricia Fahy - Bio
    New York State Assembly
    District 109
  • Robert Rooks - Bio
    CEO
    REFORM Alliance
  • Beth Berlin - Bio
    Senior Vice Chancellor & COO
    State University of New York, SUNY

Luncheon

Keynote Adress

  • Honorable Hope Knight - Bio
    President & CEO
    Empire State Development

Award Presentations

  • Heather C. Mulligan, President & CEO
    The Business Council of New York State, Inc.
  • Paul Speranza
    President & CEO
    Paul Speranza Advisors
    Chair, The Business Council's Board Workforce Development & Education Committee
    Non-Profit Workforce Innovation Award

    Higher Education Workforce Innovation Award
    Business Workforce Leadership Award

Closing Remarks

  • Crystal Griffith- Bio
    Director of Workforce Development
    The Business Council of New York State, Inc.
2:00 p.m.

Conclusion

Following the luncheon, we will be offering tours of the ETEC building

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

  Before 5/12/23 After 5/12/23
Luncheon Ticket Registration Fee $99 $124

Online registration closed.  Walk-in registrations are welcome.

Cancellation & Refund Policy
You may cancel your registration up to seven days prior to the event. You will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee. Cancellations received after May 12, 2023 will not be eligible for a refund. The Business Council encourages you to send a substitute in your place if you cannot attend.

 

Please be advised, both members and non-members of The Business Council now have logins to our website. You will be required to log into the website to register. If you do not remember your login, or are unsure if you have a login, please try resetting you password first.

If you are certain you do not have an account, or the system cannot find your email address when trying to reset your password, sign-up for an account. Account Sign-upOnce you have setup your account and verified your email address, you may continue with registration for the event. 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Elevate your corporate presence, sign on as a sponsor today! There's no better way to boost your company's visibility than by showcasing yourself at the forefront of New York's most influential businesses. This event will provide you with the perfect atmosphere for expanding your reach, promoting your brand, and conducting business. The earlier you confirm your involvement, the more exposure we can guarantee!

Please contact Maribeth Riley for more information and questions. 

BECOME A SPONSOR

Presenting Sponsor | $10,000
  • One (1) table of eight (8) at awards luncheon
  • Recognition as Presenting Sponsor on all marketing, email, and social media promotion platforms
  • Opportunity to give welcome and/or introductory remarks before awards presentation
  • Opportunity to create a promotional video with The Business Council to be shared at luncheon
  • Opportunity to be featured on The Business Council’s Connect Podcast to discuss the business-relevant topic of your choice
  • Opportunity to provide a promotional item as a giveaway to attendees
Premier Sponsor  $5,000
  • Six (6) luncheon tickets
  • Opportunity to provide a promotional item as a giveaway to attendees
  • Recognition on marketing, email, and social media platforms
  • Signage at the event 
  • Recognition in the event program
 
Gold Sponsor  $3,000
  • Four (4) luncheon tickets
  • Recognition on marketing, email, and social media platforms
  • Featured on our highly viewed voting page
  • Signage at the event 
  • Recognition in the event program
 
Silver Sponsor  $2,000
  • Two (2) luncheon tickets 
  • Recognition on marketing, email, and social media platforms
  • Signage at the event 
  • Recognition in the event program
 
Table Sponsor  $1,000
  • One reserved table of eight at the awards luncheon 
  • Preferred table location at the awards luncheon
  • Recognition in the event program