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A $44 billion contract portfolio, and a Latino Trailblazer award

Robinson Hernandez in front of US and New York State flags
Alumni at WorkA $44 billion contract portfolio, and a Latino Trailblazer awardPhoto: NYU Wagner

Robinson Hernandez (MUP ’04) oversees about 1,500 contracts worth $44 billion as New York State’s deputy commissioner for shared services. City & State named him a 2026 Latino Trailblazer.

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  1. NYU Wagner: Robinson Hernandez (MUP 2004) Recognized By City & State in 2026 Latino Trailblazers List (Sep 18, 2026)
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