Liliam Lujan Hickey was born in Havana, Cuba. She has resided in Las Vegas, Nevada for over 36 years.
Through her extensive and diversified experiences, Ms. Hickey has established herself as a Hispanic-American professional, effective motivator, and successful small business owner. Through her ardent desire to serve others, she has been personally and extensively involved in promoting educational programs in Las Vegas, as well as the entire state of Nevada.
Ms. Hickey established Career Day for high school students, which has awarded over $300,000.00 in scholarships to hundreds of needy Hispanic students.She also served as cofounder and president of the Classroom on Wheels, a program which has facilitated educational, medical, and dental services to disadvantaged preschool children.
Ms. Hickey was director for the Congressional Award Council of Nevada and co-chaired the Southern Nevada BEST Coalition, a non-profit organization working towards a drug and alcohol-free lifestyle in Las Vegas schools and communities.She also served as chairperson of the Urban Emphasis Committee for the Boy Scouts of America.
She is cofounder, past president, and board member of the Latin Chamber of Commerce. She was one of only two professionals selected from Nevada to attend the White House Hispanic Leadership Reception held by President and Mrs. Clinton. Hispanic leaders throughout the United States were invited to attend this reception.
The Governor of Nevada appointed Ms. Hickey to serve on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Commission. She also served on the Job Training Coordinating Council and the United States Governor's Workforce Development Board. She is an active member of the Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce and the Clark County Fair Advisory Council.
Ms. Hickey is owner and chief executive officer of Lujan development, a property management firm. In 1980, she formed L H System International, a business consulting, training, and sales company with customized training for professionals.The company helps empower management by building rapport with employees.
Her efforts for the State of Nevada have been recognized through numerous awards.She received the Outstanding Hispanic Award from the Latin Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Hickey was named as one of the Women of Achievement in Government and Politics by the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce. She was also identified by the Nevada 125th Anniversary Commission as one of the women who have played a significant role in making Nevada what it is today.