Nancy Maldonado

President & CEO, Chicano Federation of San Diego County

San Diego

Nancy Maldonado is a community advocate with a strong commitment to improving the lives of marginalized communities. She has held leadership positions for the past fifteen years and has a proven track record of identifying growth opportunities within organizations, driving development efforts, contract and grant compliance, fiscal management, team development and leadership. She is a dynamic leader that has been recognized for her dedication to helping communities.

Nancy joined Chicano Federation as the Senior Program Director in 2017. Her knowledge of community based research and experience in leading the strategic development of community based programs and interventions propelled her to the position of Chief Operating Officer in 2018. Since then Nancy has worked to improve the quality of Chicano Federation’s programs and services and helped build a strong foundation for long-term growth and innovation. In January 2019, Nancy was named Chief Executive Officer of Chicano Federation.

Nancy holds a Master's Degree in Exercise Science and a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology. She formally owned and operated her own business where she developed and implemented corporate wellness programs. Prior to joining Chicano Federation, Nancy served as the Director of Community Health for the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. Nancy has been recognized for her leadership and contributions to the San Diego community by multiple publications and the California State Assembly.