Sergeant Major Cristina Perales was born in Panama city, Panama and raised in Puerto Rico.  

I graduated high school from Roosevelt Roads, Ceiba, Puerto Rico, I ran cross country, track, and played basketball & softball. I attended FSCJ college on a full Cross Country scholarship. 

Enlisted in the United States army and served for 20yrs honorable military services. During my military career I had the opportunity to serve as a Drill Sergeant, Primary Leadership Development Instructor, & Airborne Instructor. I served in every enlisted leadership position from squad leader,section sergeant,Platoon Sergeant, First Sergeant and Sergeant Major. I am also a member of the Audie Murphy Club.  I was fortunated to serve in the best military in the world, along side the best soldiers and officers. I have traveled all over the world and have been on numerious deployments. 

I attended Webster University and received my Master's degree in Human Resource Development & Management, and Leadership Management.