27 May 2026 Human Resources Impact Award Winner

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For the first time in its Human Resources Conference history, CP State is presenting the Human Resources Impact Award. This award recognizes an outstanding HR professional within the I/DD field who exemplifies excellence in leadership, innovation, and commitment to workforce development.

CP State is honored to present this inaugural award to Melissa Roth, Chief Human Resources Officer at Aspire of WNY. Throughout her career, Melissa has demonstrated impactful HR strategies, championed employee well-being and inclusion, and contributed to strengthening organizational culture and retention. The award celebrates the hard work Melissa has done to not only advance Human Resources needs within Aspire of WNY, but it celebrates her contributions to bettering the I/DD field at large.

ABOUT:

Melissa Roth, SHRM-SCP Chief Human Resources Officer, Aspire of WNY Melissa Roth, SHRM-SCP, with more than 28 years of experience in Human Resources/Training, has been with Aspire of WNY since January 2006. She has been the Chief Human Resource Officer at Aspire of WNY since 2015, overseeing both the HR and Training functions of the organization. Ms. Roth has a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Buffalo State College and received her SHRM-SCP certification in 2014. She currently acts as the Leadership Liaison for Aspire of WNY DEI Committee, Chairs the Agency's Celebrations Committee, and is an active member of the CP State and DDAWNY HR Committees.

RECOGNIZING HER IMPACT:

“What I believe sets Melissa apart is HOW she approaches her work.  She is cognizant of the role she plays and how her decisions can have an impact on the outcome of peoples’ careers.”

— Renee Filip, CEO, Aspire of Western New York

“By proactively navigating the changing demographics and dynamics of our staff, she has helped cultivate an environment where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are not only welcomed but championed as the fundamental drivers of our innovation and success.”

— Carrie Spence, COO, Aspire of Western New York

“She ensures that an empowering, supportive environment is woven into the fabric of our daily work, knowing that a positive culture directly translates to a higher quality of service.”

— Carrie Spence, COO, Aspire of Western New York

“Melissa is fair and transparent. She is inclusive and consistently exhibits curiosity to new things and a motivation to learn.”

— Michelle Domagala, Associate Director of HR, Aspire of Western New York

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