2004 Shining Lights: Outstanding Leaders for a Brighter Future for Hispanics

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