

Rockland County Celebrates RBA President Al Samuels: An Ongoing Legacy of Economic Development Leadership
May 13, 2024
Story by Tom Ossa, Rockland News
NYACK, NY – On a picturesque Friday at the Nyack Seaport, community leaders and residents gathered to honor a cornerstone of local and regional growth, Rockland Business Association President Al Samuels, for his enduring contributions to Rockland County’s economic development. The celebration, marked by heartfelt speeches and accolades, was a profound acknowledgment of Samuels’ impact over decades of dedicated service.
County Executive Ed Day presented Samuels with a declaration of May 10th as “Al Samuels Day”. Nearly all Town Supervisors were in attendance, and each presented Mr. Samuels with certificates of recognition. This was preceded by a catered breakfast, with several dozen of Mr. Samuels’ colleagues and local Rockland leaders partaking.
(Pictured left to right: Jonathan Drapkin, Founder & President of Drapkin Strategies; Dr. Marsha Gordon, President & CEO of The Business Council of Westchester, Al Samuels, Sabrina Hosang,CEO of Caribbean Food Delights; and Ed Day, Rockland County Executive).
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