Leadership ABQ
Leadership Albuquerque develops knowledgeable and engaged civic leaders. In its 47th year, the program prepares professionals at all levels and from a variety of industries to expand their influence in their organizations and in our community. Throughout this eight-month course, each cohort of approximately 40 students gains a deep understanding of issues that impact the economic growth and quality of life in our city and state. They enjoy interactions with high-level community leaders, government officials and industry experts and gain insight into the most important challenges we face.
Leadership ABQ is an eight-month program, running from September through April.
The program begins with an introduction to Leadership ABQ and the Greater ABQ Chamber of Commerce. Afterward, the class gathers monthly for curriculum days on various topics including Public Safety, Education, Economic Development, Energy and National Defense, and Downtown Transformation. Throughout the program year, Leadership ABQ participants are ensured the following benefits:
- ACCESS to high-level decision makers and influential leaders in my community and state
- Increased KNOWLEDGE and understanding of critical issues facing our city and state, all of which impact economic growth
- An opportunity to meet peer leaders and staff of business and civic organizations and build a stronger professional NETWORK
- Informative and unique learning EXPERIENCES, including tours and site visits
- Opportunities for LEADERSHIP growth and SERVICE to my community
Application guidelines for Leadership ABQ
CLASS OF 2025-2026
Each Leadership ABQ class is comprised of a rich variety of dynamic participants, and their sponsoring company or organization.
Jackie Apodaca
REA
Sarah Berwald
Julian Cordova
Carlos Garcia
Monther Jurban
Alex Lavidge
Nicolas Maestas
Victor Miramontes
Meghan O’Neil
Chris Pendleton
Bayard Roberts
Shirley Segotta
Tina Tomlin
Matthew Tracy
Randy Trujillo
Andrew (Bud) Verdi
Nathan Berg
Comcast
Ryan Saiz-Buchanan
Amy Fisher
Kelly-Renae Huber
Manu Kantz
Nicole Lucero
Dr. Randy Mahlerwein
Angelo Mitchell
Patricia Osbourn
Regina Pioquinto
Amanda Romero
Trey Smith
Catherine Torrez
Marcos Trujillo
Rich Valdez
Payton Berkley
Eliza Bustos
Rico Gallegos
Keith Janysek
Kaitlin Kerl
Dawn Madden
Tracey Miller
Tami Moore
Col. Kelly Padden
Sean Preston
Lorin Saavedra
Andrew Swartswalter
Chris Torres
Maria Trujillo
Diva Patricia Vasquez
Join Next Year's Class
To learn more about Leadership ABQ and determine if the program is right for you, contact Lora Lee Ortiz via email at [email protected] or by phone at 505-453-5663 by phone. Ready to apply?
“Leadership Albuquerque pulls no punches. You will learn the good, bad, and ugly about issues impacting your family, your employer, and your community. You will leave the program more informed, more passionate, and better prepared for the next step on your leadership journey.”
– Michael Hoffman, Lovelace Health System
“Leadership Albuquerque provided an opportunity to learn about the issues that impact where I live, work, and raise my family. I’m proud to live in Albuquerque and will take what I’ve learned to drive positive change in our community.”
– Kelly-Renae Huber, Presbyterian, formerly PNM