Leadership Albuquerque Alumni
Leadership Albuquerque Alumni are part of a distinguished network of knowledgeable and engaged civic leaders committed to making a lasting impact in our community. Since its founding more than 47 years ago, Leadership Albuquerque has prepared professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds to expand their influence within their organizations and across New Mexico.
As graduates of the program, alumni share a deep understanding of the issues that shape our city’s economic growth and quality of life. Through their experience, they have built meaningful connections with community leaders, government officials, and industry experts while gaining insight into the challenges and opportunities facing our region. Today, Leadership Albuquerque alumni continue to apply this knowledge, strengthen their networks, and contribute their leadership to creating a stronger and more vibrant community.
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?
CLASS OF 2023-2024
Each Leadership ABQ class is comprised of a rich variety of dynamic participants, and their sponsoring company or organization.
Heather Abeyta
Kirtland Air Force Base
Holly Armstrong
Rodey Law Firm
David Buchanan
U.S. Bank
Jason Christensen
Wagner Equipment
Susan De Los Santos
UNM Health Sciences Center
Deena Duran
UNM Health Sciences Center
Josh Glass
French Funerals & Cremations
Mercy Herrera
Excellent Schools New Mexico
Erin Johnson-Kruft
Central New Mexico Community College
Denise L'Esperance
Bank of Albuquerque
Anthony Lujan
New Mexico Gas Company
Kristin McLoughlin
PNM
Heather Mock
Sandia Preparatory School
Amanda Ortiz
UNM Health Sciences Center
Andrea Sanchez
PNM
Nathan Varley
Western Sky Community Care
Anthony Alexander
Wagner Equipment
Muskaan Behl
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of New Mexico
Kristen Carey
New Mexico Mutual
Joyce Copeland
Sandia National Laboratories
Shana Dempsey
BlueHalo
Benton Dwight
SYNCRONYS
Lisa Goodman
United Supermarkets
Michael Hoffman
Lovelace Health System
Jacqueline Kakos
UNM Health Sciences Center
Janet Leung
UNM Hospitals
Eric Martinez
Accenture
Laurel Meister Schmuck
The Grant Plant
Mary Montano
ABB
Robert Romero
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Amanda Talley
Boys and Girls Club of Central New Mexico
Racheal Angel
Western Sky Community Care
Rebecca Brock
Sandia National Laboratories
Dominica Chavez
NewMexicoKidsCAN
Brian Cosbey
Bohannan Huston
Taylor Duffney
Briones Business Law
Alex Elborn
Sutin, Thayer & Browne
Khia Griffis
Albuquerque Community Foundation
Shannon Jackson
PNM
Jessica Lawlis
Dekker/Perich/Sabatini
Angela Lopez
Public Charter Schools of New Mexico
Sebastian Martinez
Central New Mexico Community College
Maggie Merrigan
Hartman + Majewski Design Group
Jason Okumura
Kirtland Air Force Base
Eugene Saavedra
Albuquerque Public Schools
Chris Taylor
Chalmers Ford


