HONOLULU, HI, February 13, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Donalyn Dela Cruz has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Dela Cruz, a distinguished professional with several years of experience, is the principal and independent business owner of DDC Consulting LLC. Since 2021, she has been at the helm of her consultancy, focusing on messaging and public outreach. Her expertise in energy, policy and nonprofit sectors has been instrumental in her success.

Prior to founding DDC Consulting, she was a senior vice president at Strategies 360 Inc. from 2018 to 2021, during which time she developed communications strategies and materials for various clients in Hawaii and on the West Coast.

Between 2012 and 2018, Ms. Dela Cruz was the director of communications for the Hawaii State Department of Education, where she designed, built and managed an internal and external communications infrastructure in one of the largest government agencies in the state and the only State Education Agency (SEA)/Local Education Agency (LEA) in the country. Her earlier experiences in public service include serving as the deputy director of communications for Governor Neil Abercrombie of the state of Hawaii from 2010 to 2012 and as the director of public affairs at the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum from 2008 until 2010. She was also the press secretary for U.S. Senator Daniel Akaka between 2004 and 2007, following her initial career endeavors as a broadcast journalist and consultant in public affairs and public relations.

Beyond her professional work, Ms. Dela Cruz's dedication to uplifting her community is evident through her advocacy efforts, which focus on empowering individuals to enhance their livelihoods. She has been a member of the American Council of Young Political Leaders since 2014 and serves on the executive board of the University of Hawai'i Alumni Association. Her commitment to community growth is reflected in her innovative programming and effective messaging.

Laying the groundwork for Ms. Dela Cruz's career accomplishments was her academic background. After completing coursework in journalism at the University of Maryland in 1996, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa in 1998. She subsequently earned a master's degree in national security studies from the Naval Postgraduate School in 2017. She attributes her success to the mentors and champions who believed in her, including her family.

In addition to her professional achievements, Ms. Dela Cruz is actively involved with civic-minded organizations. She is an inaugural cohort member of Omidyar Fellows, serves as a board member for Child & Family Service and the Daniel K. Akaka Family Foundation, and is an advisory board member for RiseHI. Her volunteer work includes contributions to her high school alma mater's educational foundation and pro bono efforts promoting culture and arts in Hawaii. Throughout her journey, she has been recognized with numerous accolades, such as the prestigious 40 Under 40 Award in 2009 and being named Volunteer of the Year by the American Cancer Society in 2011. In 2024, the Pacific Business News named Ms. Dela Cruz as an honoree of Women Who Mean Business Awards.

Looking ahead, Ms. Dela Cruz remains dedicated to fostering connections within her community by enhancing communication methods and mentoring others to promote growth and understanding. Her commitment to reducing tension through information sharing will continue to be a central focus as she makes meaningful contributions both professionally and personally.

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