The ABQ Accent

Tara Gohr, President/CEO, The Grant Plant

Aly Sanchez, Director of Strategy and Organizational Development

Tara Gohr and Aly Sanchez are part of the crew at the forefront of the grant writing world. T…

Jean Block, Nonprofit Consultant Extraordinaire

Jean Block has 55 years of experience in leadership and training within the national nonprofit sector.

What’s more – she’s been FUNdraising since she wa…

Linley Daly is a leadership coach, consultant, and a darn joy to be around! In her coaching and consulting business, Linley’s currency is impact – she works for positive, long-lasting change for the …

Benjamin Tobias Manager of Student Basic Needs, CNM CC 

Benjamin Tobais has not only found community in ABQ but continuously works to build connections to support community. It’s something that comes …

Tsiporah Nephesh, Founder and ED, NM Thrives

If you need a woman of deep compassion and wisdom, Tsiporah Nephesh is the friend to know. Tsiporah centers her work on relationships, on listening to the…

Dr. Melani Buchanan Farmer: Director, Running 505; Founder & Owner of Bfit 505 and Aspen Education Collective

Dr. Farmer’s CV is extensive, and her passion for education and community run deep. In th…

Ethan Watson, CABQ City Clerk

Have you ever considered how transparency comes into effect in real life? Ethan Watson says that “transparency is an ecosystem,” and through this conversation I came to …

Liam Westgate, Director of Community and Clinical Linkages, Presbyterian Health Services

When you think of healthcare, do you think of hope? Liam Westgate believes not only in the power of hope, but …

Brianna Gallegos, Public Information Officer for Youth and Family Services (YFS)

Brianna is a long-time employee of the City of Albuquerque and would love for young folks to follow her lead.

This conv…

Peter Rice, Editor of the Downtown Albuquerque News (DAN)

A natural investigator that he is, I discovered that it’s very worth asking Peter what is on his mind. His inspiring approach to modern journ…

Megan Holcomb, Recycling Coordinator, CABQ Solid Waste

Starting as an intern at 15, Megan has worked in City government for quite some time, and she brings a genuine concern for community to her work…

Rachael Hernandez, Civic Engagement Coordinator, Office of Civic Engagement

I have to say, I was smiling as I re-listened to this for notes.
Rachael has built a career around her heart and highest skil…

Secretary of State, Maggie Toulouse Oliver

Leading with dedication, integrity, and a sense of humor, Madam Secretary has seen it all.

She has been overseeing election administration statewide since 2…

Sila Avcil, Co-Founding ED for NM Voters First and ED for NM Open Elections

In a the lively pro-democracy elections conversations, Sila Avcil is a stand-out. Her unique background and deep knowledge …

Lindsey Kay, VP of Client Services, WESST Dog lover, avid reader, problem solver.

Lindsey Kay is someone we’d all want in our corner, and not just because she’s incredibly hard working. Lindsey is ro…

Matt Carter, Project Planner, CABQ Public Art Program

Coming up among a family mixed with corporate work and musicians, one might better understand where the breadth of Matt’s talents come from.

He’s …

Tina Garcia-Shams, Street Food Institute ED

With a bit of curiosity, a commitment to a vision, and being true to yourself, you can get a lot of work done. Tina Garcia-Shams is an excellent example of…

Kristi Dorr, ED of Groundworks NM

A compassionate advocate for community-based solutions, Kristi is a joy to chat with. She smiles through her stories and encourages us to reimagine the power of comi…

Cristina Rogers

ED, Barelas Community Coalition & Mainstreet Program

Cristina is a worldly, entrepreneurial-minded Creative at heart. While she now focuses her energy on Barelas, a community at “the f…