May 7, 2009 - Proclamation - City of New York

May 7, 2009 - Proclamation - The Assembly, State of New York

June 23, 2005 - Civil Rights Award - New York State Senate

June 3, 2003 - Proclamation - City of New York

2003 - Lifetime Member - Strathmore’s WHO’S WHO,

July 2002 - Australian Achiever Award

Borough of Manhattan, The City of New YorkHon. Scott M. Stringer, President“I deem it of the utmost importance to nurture entrepreneurial endeavors committed to helping those around them. I have know Scott Talbot for some time and have always been impressed by his dedication to his work and his philanthropy”

Albany, State of New York, Human RightsHon. Thomas D. Shanahan, Deputy Commissioner“Scott is a unique individual and one of the most talented business people I have ever met... has all the traits we respect and encourage in this country; independent thinking; hard work; and a respect for contributing to the community he serves… always impressed by his business acumen, tenacity, and dedication to philanthropy”

Air AmericaMark Green, President“I have know Scott for several years… he is a very respected businessman... he has consistently demonstrated an impressive sense of community”

Albany, The Senate, State of New YorkHon. Thomas K. Duane, State Senator“As a respected businessman, philanthropist, and a member of Manhattan Community Board Six, Mr. Talbot has consistently demonstrated his professional competence and social commitment... Mr. Talbot is an asset to his community and our country”.

Assembly, State of New York AlbanyHon. Jonathan Bing, Assembly Member“Mr. Talbot has demonstrated extraordinary abilities and achievements in business, leadership and philanthropy.”

Assembly, State of New York AlbanyHon. Richard N. Gottfried, Assembly Member“As a member of the New York State Assembly, I have known Mr. Talbot through his involvement in a number of civic, community and legislative issues. He is a public-spirited and respected member of and contributor to the community.”

Assembly, State of New York, AlbanyHon. Herman Farrell Jr., Ways & Means Committee“Scott is a respected businessman who operates with high standards of ethics and integrity. He has consistently demonstrated an impressive sense of community responsibility that has been recognized by many politicians and philanthropists in New York City”

Assembly, State of New York, AlbanyHon. Micah Z. Kellner, Assembly Member“I am well-acquainted with Mr. Talbot and have witnesses his extraordinary abilities and achievements in business, leadership, and philanthropy”.

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City of New YorkHon. Betsy Gotbaum, Public Advocate“As a New York Citywide elected official (next-in-line to the Mayor), I consider Mr. Talbot to be a valuable asset to his New York community and to our country”

Council, City of New YorkHon. Christine Quinn, Speaker“You have a reputation as a highly respected businessman and philanthropist in New York City... I have been impressed by your compassion and dedication to philanthropic and political causes”

Council, City of New YorkHon. Alan Jay Gerson, General Member“… Mr. Scott Talbot is known to me personally and is a highly respected member of the New York business community.”

Council, City of New YorkHon. Jessica Lappin, Council Member“I am proud to support this program (Quick Medic) and commend you, Scott Talbot, for your innovative service and dedication to your community”

Empire State Pride Agenda FoundationAlan Van Capelle, Executive Director“Mr. Talbot is known to me and has demonstrated extraordinary abilities and achievements in business and philanthropy”

Manhattan Community Board SixHon. Carol A. Schachter, Chair“… is an innovative and valued member of the board.”

NAACPHazel Dukes, President“Mr. Scott Talbot has impressed me with his dedication to our community... and the struggles for full equality in this nation”

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Proclamation - The Assembly, State of New York

Whereas, A Great State is only great as those persons who give exemplary service to their community, whether through participation in voluntary programs, through unique personal achievement in their professional or other endeavors or simply through a lifetime of good citizenry; and

Whereas, Such service, which is truly the lifeblood of the community and the State, too often goes unrecognized and unrewarded; and

Whereas, The State of New York deems it of the utmost importance to recognize entrepreneurial endeavors committed to helping the community, especially in a time of need; and

Whereas, Scott O. Talbot has demonstrated the ability to utilize his business skill and experience in furtherance of philanthropy causes; and

Whereas, Mr. Talbot has used this business acumen to create socially responsible ventures to benefit the not-for-profit community; and

Whereas, He has also served his community as a member of Manhattan’s Community Board Six; and

Whereas, His leadership and vision in the arena of non-profit work has led to greater opportunities for companies to expose the public to their causes; and

Whereas, The State of New York will be saddened to lose a valuable community activist when Scott O. Talbot returns to his native Australia; now therefore be it

Resolved, that as a duly elected Member of the State Assembly of New York, I recognize Scott O. Talbot, we have an outstanding citizen, one who is worthy of the esteem of both community and the Great State of New York for his immeasurable service to the cause of non-profits and his outstanding achievements.

Dated May 7th 2009

Hon Jonathan L. BingNew York State Assembly, 73rd District

Hon Brian P. KavanaghNew York State Assembly, 74th District

Hon Micah KellnerNew York State Assembly, 65th District

Proclamation - The Council, City of New York

Whereas: the Council of the City of New York is proud to honor Scott O. Talbot for his outstanding contributions to his adopted home of New York City.

Whereas: As the founder and chairman of Charity Group, LLC Mr. Talbot has used the marketing skills that he honed in business to expand his philanthropy into exciting new frontiers, including the development of an online tool to strengthen the connections and coordination between non-profit groups and major corporate donors; and CharityChex, an initiative that allows retails consumers to make donations to the charities of their choice at the point of sale; and

Whereas: Working with local elected officials and Community Board 6, on which he served dutifully, he has sought to improve the response times of emergency paramedics by developing a pilot program for motor cycle paramedics; and

Whereas: Mr. Talbot has provided New York City with eight years of visionary community leadership, insightful business acumen and loyal support to many non-profit institutions and. Although we are saddened that he is returning to Australia, we know his extraordinary contributions will continue to resonate throughout our community for years to come; now, therefore

Bet it Know; That the City of New York is proud to honor Scott O. Talbot

Dated May 7th 2009

Hon Christine C. QuinnSpeaker, For the Entire Council

Hon Daniel R. GarodnickCouncil Member, 4th District, Manhattan

Hon Rosie MendezCouncil Member, 2nd District, Manhattan

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