2004 Awards Gala
Shining Lights: Outstanding Leaders for a Brighter Future for Hispanics
Congratulations to the Honorees!
Corporate Chair
Rita Rivas – President, A/Del
Excellence in Federal Government Leadership
The Honorable Robert Menendez – United States Senator
Excellence in State Government Leadership
The Honorable Ida Castro, Esq., – Former Commissioner, New Jersey Department of Personnel
Excellence in Community Service
Maria Vizcarrondo-DeSoto
Excellence in Hispanic Leadership and Advocacy
Angie Armand – Director, State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Center for Hispanic Policy, Research and Development
Excellence in Developing Hispanic Leaders of the Future
Gloria Bonilla-Santiago, Ph.D.- Director, Center for Strategic Urban Community Leadership
Outstanding Young Star in Community Service
Ms. Julie Mintz
Ms. Claire Scavone


