Councilmember Nancy Martiz was sworn in on April 23, 2025, during a pivotal moment for the City of Huntington Park. A proud resident since 2012 and a homeowner since 2018, Nancy brings a strong community foundation and over 15 years of public and private sector experience to the Council. As the only daughter to immigrant parents who settled in South Gate in the 1970s, Nancy’s personal story reflects the resilience and aspirations of many Huntington Park families.
She is a graduate of South Gate High School (Class of 2004) and holds a double bachelor’s degree in government and American Studies from Smith College (2008). Nancy returned home to complete a master’s in public administration and policy at California State University, Long Beach (2011), and a certificate in human resources management from University of California, Los Angeles (2013).
Her career in public service began with internships and work opportunities with the South Gate City Attorney’s Office (2006), the LA Mayor’s Office (2008), and the South Gate Police Department (2009-2010), where she supported the Family Violence Prevention & Education Program. These early experiences shaped her vision for reframing how government works, centering community-needs, and leading with intention and integrity.
Nancy has spent more than a decade in Human Resources Management and Employee Benefits, currently leading national HR policy and programs at Global Entertainment Company—impacting hundreds of thousands of employees across the United States. In 2024, she was appointed to the Huntington Park Civil Service Commission, where she served to ensure fair and equitable hiring practices for the city workforce.
Now, as a City Councilmember, Nancy is focused on helping guide Huntington Park through a period of necessary reform—emphasizing public transparency, professional, accountability, financial stewardship, and inclusive civic engagement.
Key Highlights
- Resident of Huntington Park since 2012; homeowner since 2018
- Daughter of Mexican and Ecuadorian immigrants who settled in South Gate in the 1970s
- Graduate of South Gate High School (2004)
- Double BA from Smith College (2008); MPA from CSU Long Beach (2011); Certificate in HR from UCLA (2013).
- Internships and employment with the South Gate City Attorney (2006), the LA Mayor’s Office (2008), and South Gate Police Department (2009-2010)
- 15+ years in HR & Employee Benefits; currently at The Walt Disney Company
- Appointed to Huntington Park Civil Service Commission (2024)
- Sworn in as Huntington Park City Councilmember on April 23, 2025
Councilmember Martiz is a strong advocate for green space, clean air, fair housing, safe streets, and community engagement. She believes local government exists to serve the people and earning the public’s trust begins with action, not words.
“Huntington Park is ready for a new chapter—one built on transparency, accountability, and real responsiveness to our residents. I look forward to collaborating with my colleagues on the Council and engaging with residents to continue to move in that direction and ensure our community’s needs come first.”