Maricelis Ortiz was named last week as the Northeastern Massachusetts YWCA’s chief executive officer. Ortiz has served as the organization’s chief operating officer for two years. “As a woman, I am empowered by the opportunity to support other women and families through the work we do at the YWCA. I am particularly proud to be the first Latina to lead the YWCA in its 133-year history. YWCA Northeastern Massachusetts serves more than 25 community programs across Essex County, including Greater Haverhill and Lawrence.