Latina Mexican- Portuguese American Heritage Is City Commissioner
Meet Christina D’Elosua Lambert, 2024 Hispanic Woman of Distinction, West Palm Beach City Commissioner, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon & Partners
“It’s important for Hispanic female leaders to lean into their unique experiences and cultural background to effectively advocate for the needs and aspirations of the Hispanic community whose voices may otherwise be marginalized or overlooked.”
Christina D’Elosua Lambert has dedicated her career as a devoted public servant and leader. She serves as a City Commissioner for West Palm Beach and is the Chief Administrative Officer at Gordon & Partners.
Born in Melbourne, FL, Christina proudly embraces her Mexican and Portuguese heritage.
In her six years as a WPB City Commissioner, Christina has been instrumental in driving initiatives to enhance community well-being, public safety, affordable housing and prosperity. Further her role in attracting businesses to WPB has led to the creation of over 3,600 jobs throughout the county and particularly for the ever-growing Latin Quarter.
Christina’s commitment to inclusivity is evident as she actively engages with diverse communities, organizes meetings, and collaborates with Hispanic and faith-based leaders. She has advocated for significant public and private investments in community development, infrastructure, and revitalization projects totaling over $900 million.
Beyond her role as a City Commissioner, Christina oversees administrative operations at Gordon & Partners, ensuring the firm’s success and the smooth functioning of their nearly 150 employees.
Her personal and professional dedication extends to mentoring young women and supporting young mothers in need.
Christina has held several community and professional leadership positions, her efforts have been recognized through numerous awards and endorsements, highlighting her impact and dedication to improving her community.
As a Hispanic woman, Christina leverages her unique experiences and cultural background to advocate for the needs of the Hispanic community. She steadfastly addresses systemic inequities and ensures that diverse voices are heard. Inspired by the resilient Hispanic mothers in her neighborhood, Christina remains committed to fostering an inclusive and prosperous West Palm Beach for all its residents.
The 2024 Honorees are:
MARIBEL FELICIANO – Broward Office of Economic & Small Business Development
MARY SOL GONZALEZ – Hispanic Entrepreneur Initiative
CHRISTINA D/ELOSUA LAMBERT- Chief Adm. Officer Gordon & Partners, WPB City Commissioner
YOLY MAGANA-VALENCIA – Latinas Who Trade & Wealth with Yoly
TARLIKA NUNEZ NAVARRO – Dean, Professor of Law St. Thomas University College of Law
SUSAN NYAMORA – South Florida Wellness Network, President, CEO
KARINA PAVONE – Amigos for Kids, President CEO
MARIA T. PLANAS – Care Plus Health Plans
RACHEL EUGENIA PINEDO – Foundation of the Americas/Global Philanthropy Society, Founder
SILVIA MARIA QUINTANA – Broward Behavioral Health Coalition, Chief Executive Officer
LOURDES SANCHEZ-BRETON – United Badges of Honor Foundation, Founder & Firefighter
SANDRA NOEMI TORRES – United Latinas, Founder and CEO
2024 LATINA PIONEER of the YEAR
EMILY MARQUEZ-DULIN – -CEO, Brooke USA Foundation, a non-profit focused on providing aid to the to the developing world through economic and sustainable programs that advance the lives of people in equine dependent communities (600 million worldwide). A volunteer consultant for numerous charities and non-profit organizations as we
2024 UP & COMER HONOREE
TIFFANY ESCOBAR – Associate Attorney Beltran Brito Casamayor, LLP, Immigration & Nationality Law
Volunteer with Colombian Bar Association, Co-Founder of the Colombian American Student Bar Association and numerous community service activities.
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