Meet the new CEO of Barrio Logan College Institute

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – After an extensive national search, the board of directors selected Jose Angel Cruz as Barrio Logan College Institute’s next CEO.

Born in Mexico City and raised in Santa Ana, California, Jose Angel served as National Director of the Latino Outreach and the Family Strengthening Initiatives and Director of International Support for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. In those positions, Jose Angel oversaw unprecedented growth and impact through his innovative approach to engage partners and replicate models. Most recently, he served as Director of Mission Advancement for the World, according to BLCI.

The non-profit said from third grade through college completion, BLCI provides age-appropriate and culturally relevant after-school tutoring sessions, field trips, workshops, and introductions to career pathways.