BDS is proud to serve Central New York and surrounding communities.  Organizations we support include: WRVO, Boy Scouts of America, United Way, March of Dimes, Red Cross, Onondaga Community Living, Food Bank of Central New York, McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center, the Interreligious Food Consortium, Hospice Foundation of Central New York, JP Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge, InterFaith Works of CNY, Local Business Relief Coalition, and local wellness activities.

We also believe in the power of sharing ideas with others in our field, and we participate in and support the professional organizations below.   Kishan Perera was the Program Chair of GCNYAHU 2009-10 and President for 2010-11. 

• National Association of Benefits & Insurance Professionals (NABIP)
• American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries
• The Business Council
• Local Business Relief Coalition is a diverse group of business organizations which represents businesses of all sizes throughout New York State. The coalition’s objective is to inform lawmakers about the implications and consequences of the affordability crisis in New York, with a specific focus on employee health insurance for small and local businesses. As members of NABIP and supporters of the Coalition, we represent our local business clients and advocate for the prioritization of affordable healthcare solutions.

The Soaring Eagle Award is the highest honor given by the Leading Producers Round Table to recognize National Association of Health Underwriters members who have achieved the greatest success in demonstrating exceptional professional knowledge and outstanding client service.