The 42nd Postmaster of Los Angeles was honored on Monday, May 5, in a special Cinco de Mayo celebration. Maricela “Marci” Luna is the first Mexican American woman to serve in the position since the city’s United States Postal Service (USPS) was established in 1850. The celebration at the Grace Simons Lodge in Elysian Park coincided with the 175th anniversary of service in the city.
The agency said that Luna displayed a record of progressive leadership, driving innovation and fostering inclusivity within the organization.
“Her rise within USPS reflects a relentless pursuit of higher standards, setting a benchmark for public service and serving as a catalyst for greater diversity in leadership roles,” USPS wrote in a statement.
Her appointment “serves as an inspiration for future generations – particularly within the Mexican American, Hispanic and Latina communities.”