100 Hispanic Women National, Inc.

1st Vice President

​Sobeida Cruz

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Sobedida Cruz has been a Regional Manager in the Community Relations Division of Public Affairs since 1983. As Regional Manager of the southern region, Ms. Cruz is responsible for developing, implementing, and communicating all Public Affairs programs in Manhattan, The Bronx, Westchester, and Dutchess Counties. She is also Chairwoman of the New York State Hispanic Heritage Month Committee that oversees the State's celebration of the contributions of Hispanic people to the United States. In 1995, she was selected to be the Grand Marshall of the Yonkers Puerto Rican Day Parade. In addition, Ms. Cruz has received numerous awards for her commitment to the communities where she resides and works.