The Career Recognition Program seeks to recognize the achievements of women re-entering the workforce or women who have experienced an exceptional occurrence in their position. Through competition, this program will sharpen interviewing and public speaking skills.The Career Recognition Program recognizes the achievements of women who are new to the workforce as a result of a career change; who have earned an exceptional achievement/advancement in a position; or who have returned to the workforce after an absence of at least three years.

Our candidates for the Career Recognition Program were Kristen A. Stewart, Susan Ryan, and Dana Rachlin. Dana Rachlin was the winner of this competition. They all had great success stories to share with our group and all did an amazing job in their speeches.

New York State Women, Inc. New Careerist Program Speech Competition recognizes the accomplishments of women between the ages of 21 and 32 who have been employed full time for a minimum of one year in their career area and provides them with professional development skills and opportunities. New York State Women, Inc. New Careerist Program Speech Competition involves a competitive selection process within Local organizations, Districts and the State competition.

This year's candidate was Alisha N. Gould. She completed a 5 minute presentation and did a fabulous job.