Art Ruiz

Excelencia Past Chair, Washington, D.C.

Art Ruiz serves as Public Affairs Director for State Farm Insurance Companies. In his twenty-one years with State Farm, he has worked in various capacities, including agency recruitment, human resources, administrative services, and federal affairs.

Building national coalitions, grassroots legislation, and media outreach are his main focus. He serves as a member of the board of directors of the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials, National Hispanic Corporate Council, National Hispana Leadership Institute, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Hispanic Women’s Corporation, and National Job Corps Association. In March 2000, Art received the America Association of Higher Education Award from the Congressional Hispanic Caucus for Outstanding Support on Hispanic Issues.