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Steve Maestas, CEO of Maestas Development Group, knows a thing or two about taking a chance, believing in the community and harnessing the power of teams. Hear how Steve started in Albuquerque and what he loves most about the community (hint - it's the people!).

Lindsay Humphries, Program Director for Junior Achievement of New Mexico, loves the way Albuquerque and its people welcome transplants with open arms. Learn more about her experience here as a young professional, and why she's excited about what's next.

Lindsay Humphries, Program Director for Junior Achievement of New Mexico, loves the way Albuquerque and its people welcome transplants with open arms. Learn more about her experience here as a young professional, and why she's excited about what's next.

Steve Maestas, CEO of Maestas Development Group, knows a thing or two about taking a chance, believing in the community and harnessing the power of teams. Hear how Steve started in Albuquerque and what he loves most about the community (hint - it's the people!).

Rathi Casey, CEO of design firm UKUU Creative, has lived all over the world, but she calls Albuquerque home. From the landscapes to the architecture to the opportunity to build community, there's something about Albuquerque that's different from everywhere else.

Jon Patten (co-founder) and Mark Herman (CEO) of Dion’s share their stories about the symbiotic relationship between Albuquerque and Dion’s, the iconic restaurant brand that was started in Albuquerque in 1978.

Jon Patten (co-founder) and Mark Herman (CEO) of Dion’s share their stories about the symbiotic relationship between Albuquerque and Dion’s, the iconic restaurant brand that was started in Albuquerque in 1978.

Peter Trevisani is the Owner and President of New Mexico United and he shares with us all the reasons he said yes to launching a professional soccer club in New Mexico.

Peter Trevisani is the Owner and President of New Mexico United.

David Campbell, CEO of Mesa del Sol, has a storied history of international and local diplomatic service, including serving in roles such as Chief Administrative Officer, City Manager, Planning Director and more with the City of Albuquerque. In this episode, David talks about the various cultural assets in Albuquerque, why it keeps pulling him back, and how in New Mexico, women lead.

David Campbell, CEO of Mesa del Sol, has a storied history of international and local diplomatic service, including serving in roles such as Chief Administrative Officer, City Manager, Planning Director and more with the City of Albuquerque. In this episode, David talks about the various cultural assets in Albuquerque, why it keeps pulling him back, and how in New Mexico, women lead.

Dr. Asa Stone is New Mexico's only Advanced Cicerone

Joline Gutierrez Krueger is a journalist and UpFront columnist for the Albuquerque Journal. A long-time media writer in Albuquerque gives her a great perspective on the city. 

Tony Monfiletto is the Executive Director of Future Focused Education and he is driven to create great opportunities for Albuquerque’s young people. On this episode, hear Tony’s take on how schools and focusing on growing our youth can make our city a better place to live. Also, you’ll learn about why he thinks there’s so much “room to run” in Albuquerque. 

Tony Monfiletto is the Executive Director of Future Focused Education and he is driven to create great opportunities for Albuquerque’s young people. On this episode, hear Tony’s take on how schools and focusing on growing our youth can make our city a better place to live. Also, you’ll learn about why he thinks there’s so much “room to run” in Albuquerque.

Joline Gutierrez Krueger is a journalist and Up Front columnist for the Albuquerque Journal

Randy Royster, President & CEO of the Albuquerque Community Foundation, LOVES our city. In this episode, he talks about the value of combining local business, legal and philanthropic expertise; how inviting people here to experience the magic is a gamechanger; and how anyone can be a philanthropist.

Notah Begay III, a golf analyst, former PGA Tour pro, and a Native New Mexican, shares his thoughts on why Albuquerqueans’ “gritty charm” makes this city so great. Also, hear his take on how New Mexico offers a living anthropology lesson and how the Indigenous approach to considering the next seven generations can benefit any community.

Notah Begay III, a golf analyst, former PGA Tour pro, and a Native New Mexican, shares his thoughts on why Albuquerqueans’ “gritty charm” makes this city so great. Also, hear his take on how New Mexico offers a living anthropology lesson and how the Indigenous approach to considering the next seven generations can benefit any community.

Dr. Shelle Sanchez, Director of Cultural Services for the City of Albuquerque, beautifully articulates how Albuquerque is a paradox of constraints and abundance, and it's this crossroads that makes it so interesting, creative, resilient and attractive.

Dale Dekker, principal of engineering and architecture firm Dekker/Perich/Sabatini, talks about what it's like to run a business in Albuquerque, why our community is poised for the "next normal" and how we can all participate, and his commitment to red chile.

Dale Dekker, principal of engineering and architecture firm Dekker/Perich/Sabatini, talks about what it's like to run a business in Albuquerque, why our community is poised for the "next normal" and how we can all participate, and his commitment to red chile.

Chad Cooper is a financial planner, entrepreneur, baseball lover and New Orleans transplant who loves pretty much everything about Albuquerque.

Chad Cooper is a financial planner, entrepreneur, baseball lover and New Orleans transplant who loves pretty much everything about Albuquerque.

This week, hear from entrepreneur-turned-business-coach Tiare Tawil, Owner of Tawil Resources and Chair of Vistage. Tiare talks about her roots in both Hawaii and Albuquerque, her intense love for the outdoors and experiencing the mountains and the interesting gifts she’s seeing come from the pandemic.

Rathi Casey, CEO of design firm UKUU Creative, has lived all over the world, but she calls Albuquerque home. From the landscapes to the architecture to the opportunity to build community, there's something about Albuquerque that's different from everywhere else.

Oti Ruiz is an award-winning, bilingual educator and wonderful musician in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Hear about how his mother made a huge impact on his life, and how he humbly works to pay it forward by making a positive impact on young people in our community.

Oti Ruiz is an award-winning, bilingual educator and wonderful musician in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Hear about how his mother made a huge impact on his life, and how he humbly works to pay it forward by making a positive impact on young people in our community. 

In this episode, Monica Sandoval-Johnson talks about creating STEM Boomerang, a workforce development initiative that matches job seekers with employers. Learn more about Monica’s love for Albuquerque, the outdoors, all things science and more.

In this episode, Monica Sandoval-Johnson talks about creating STEM Boomerang, a workforce development initiative that matches job seekers with employers. Learn more about Monica’s love for Albuquerque, the outdoors, all things science and more.

In this episode, we hear from Kyle Biederwolf with Comcast, a young professional excited about his future in Albuquerque. Hear about why mentorship is so important to him, where he likes to grab a beer, and the truth about Albuquerque's hip-hop scene.

In this episode, we hear from Kyle Biederwolf with Comcast, a young professional excited about his future in Albuquerque. Hear about why mentorship is so important to him, where he likes to grab a beer, and the truth about Albuquerque's hip-hop scene.

Rodney Prunty, CEO of United Way of Central New Mexico, is relatively new to Albuquerque but he figured out quickly why this community was perfect for him and his family. In this show, you’ll hear what he’s doing to make Diversity, Equity & Inclusion a priority in Albuquerque, what it means to be a servant leader, and what advice he’d give to the younger generation.

Robin Brule knows a thing or two about bringing big ideas to life across multiple partners to make Albuquerque a better place for people to live and work. Hear about her work, why Albuquerque has a lot to be proud of and what she hopes to accomplish next.

Hear from Sonya Warwick of Roadrunner Food Bank about the generosity of Albuquerque and what food banks need this holiday season.

Rebecca Latham, CEO of Girl Scouts New Mexico Trails, finally “found the light” in Albuquerque. In this episode, this native Floridian talks about how all of her varied experiences in and out of New Mexico made Albuquerque such a special place for herself and her family, and what’s she doing to make it even better.

Leah Black, the Executive Director of the New Mexico Brewers Guild, shares her story about how “Albuquerque found her”. Also, hear what makes the New Mexico craft beer industry unique, why Leah considers Albuquerque to be a gem in the desert, and why she takes pride in being a promoter.

Leah Black, the Executive Director of the New Mexico Brewers Guild, shares her story about how “Albuquerque found her”. Also, hear what makes the New Mexico craft beer industry unique, why Leah considers Albuquerque to be a gem in the desert, and why she takes pride in being a promoter.

Annie Sanchez is a remarkable entrepreneur, coach and business strategist She shares her thoughts on gaining clarity in spite of (or because of) uncertainty and the benefits of having a business and deep network in Albuquerque.

Annie Sanchez is a remarkable entrepreneur, coach and business strategist She shares her thoughts on gaining clarity in spite of (or because of) uncertainty and the benefits of having a business and deep network in Albuquerque.

Emily Howard, Alexis Tappan and Annemarie Henton (the three co-founders of the “Start Bragging” movement) share how this movement came to be and what they love about Albuquerque.

Hear from the Start Bragging movement co-founders, Annemarie Ciepiela Henton, Emily Howard and Alexis Tappan, about the beginnings of the Start Bragging movement, what's on deck and what they love about Albuquerque.

Charles Rath, CEO of RS21, created a values-based company to "do good with data." Hear why Charles loves having his company in Albuquerque, how he and his team are helping the world build resilience, and what it really takes to win him over when it comes to the perfect breakfast burrito.

Charles Rath, CEO of RS21, created a values-based company to "do good with data." Hear why Charles loves having his company in Albuquerque, how he and his team are helping the world build resilience, and what it really takes to win him over when it comes to the perfect breakfast burrito.

Dr. Frank Mirabal, CEO at Mad Scientist Media, shares with us his stories from his musician touring days, his time in two Mayors’ offices, and how Albuquerque’s “little brother complex” makes us all better. 

Dr. Frank Mirabal, CEO at Mad Scientist Media, shares with us his stories from his musician touring days, his time in two Mayors’ offices, and how Albuquerque’s “little brother complex” makes us all better.

Turns out Albuquerque has dynamic (and dynamite) weather! Join Kerry Jones from NOAA and the National Weather Service to discuss all things Albuquerque weather including the legendary ABQ snowhole!

Turns out Albuquerque has dynamic (and dynamite) weather! Join Kerry Jones from NOAA and the National Weather Service to discuss all things Albuquerque weather including the legendary ABQ snowhole!

Take a bite out of this conversation with Stan Sluder of Enterprise Bank in Albuquerque, and hear about his favorite local restaurants and Lebanese meals. You’ll learn about his life philosophy, how ABQ greatly influenced who is today, and his work to make our community stronger.

Take a bite out of this conversation with Stan Sluder of Enterprise Bank in Albuquerque, and hear about his favorite local restaurants and Lebanese meals. You’ll learn about his life philosophy, how ABQ greatly influenced who is today, and his work to make our community stronger.

Michelle DuVal, director of The Mindful Center, wants you to know that learning to be where your feet are can help you deal with stress (COVID, anyone?), heal your body, calm your soul and change your life. Whether it’s taking three deep breaths, engaging in a hobby or sitting in silence for an hour, practicing mindfulness and living in the moment is attainable with a little practice. In this episode, Michelle gives us tips for how to start and why New Mexico is the best place for meditation.