New York J 618: Honoring Adam, Sybil, Erika, and Jacqueline Strum of Wine Enthusiast Companies upon their special recognition by UJA Westchester at its Business and Professional Division Annual Spring Dinner

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J00618 Summary:

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03/31/2025REFERRED TO FINANCE

04/08/2025REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

04/08/2025ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 618

BY: Senator MAYER

 HONORING Adam, Sybil, Erika, and Jacqueline Strum
 of Wine Enthusiast Companies upon the occasion of
 their designation for special recognition by UJA
 Westchester at its Business and Professional
 Division Annual Spring Dinner

 WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of
certain extraordinary individuals and organizations it wishes to
recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of
society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the
basic humanity among us all; and

 WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Adam, Sybil,
Erika, and Jacqueline Strum of Wine Enthusiast Companies upon the
occasion of their designation for special recognition by UJA Westchester
at its Business and Professional Division Annual Spring Dinner, to be
celebrated at Brae Burn Country Club on Tuesday, April 29, 2025; and

 WHEREAS, UJA Westchester operates as part of the UJA-Federation of
New York, which is dedicated to caring for Jews everywhere and New
Yorkers of all backgrounds, responding to crises both locally and
globally, and shaping the Jewish future; in Westchester County, UJA
supports a network of nonprofits that play significant roles in the
Jewish community and the broader social service landscape; and

 WHEREAS, By funding and collaborating with such nonprofit
organizations, UJA Westchester works to strengthen Jewish life, provide
essential services to those in need, and foster a vibrant, inclusive
community within Westchester County; and

 WHEREAS, Adam Strum, together with his wife, Sybil, demonstrated
remarkable innovation and entrepreneurial spirit by founding Wine
Enthusiast Companies in 1979, inspired by the simple yet impactful idea
of marketing a corkscrew through direct mail, which led to the
successful launch of the Wine Enthusiast mail-order catalog; and

 WHEREAS, Adam and Sybil Strum's dedication to the wine industry and
commitment to excellence led to the establishment of the "Wine
Enthusiast" magazine in 1988, which has since evolved into an
award-winning print publication and comprehensive online resource,
providing essential information, insightful wine news, emerging food
trends, and over 25,000 expert ratings and reviews annually; and

 WHEREAS, Sybil Strum, a trailblazing entrepreneur and dedicated
philanthropist, has served as Chief Brand Officer since co-founding Wine
Enthusiast Companies, guiding the company's vision while also leading
its charitable arm, the Wine Enthusiast Foundation, which supports vital
causes including health, the environment, gender equality, the arts, and
crisis relief for the wine and food industries; and

 WHEREAS, Sybil Strum's unwavering commitment to community
empowerment and leadership is demonstrated through her long-standing
membership of over 15 years in the Committee of 200, her involvement

with The Women's Forum of New York, and her role as a founding member of
the Jacob Burns Film Center, where she advocates for underserved
children to explore the power of visual storytelling through educational
classes and community sponsorships, reflecting her passion for both
social impact and artistic expression; and

 WHEREAS, Erika Strum Silberstein, a dynamic and innovative leader,
serves as president of the Commerce division at Wine Enthusiast
Companies, a Certified B Corporation founded by her parents in 1979,
where she has dedicated 16 years to driving revenue growth and fostering
positive change through a customer-centric approach rooted in empathy
and data-driven strategies, including expertise in Search Engine
Optimization, email marketing, user experience, and social media; and

 WHEREAS, Further, Erika Strum Silberstein exemplifies a commitment
to community and social responsibility by volunteering through UJ