AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
AMBASSADOR MISSION
AREA Ambassadors are goodwill representatives of the organization, aligned with its mission. They champion AREA’s cause of growing the economy of the greater Albuquerque region. Ambassadors are educated in economic development initiatives, strategies and priorities through workshops and forums. Through these programs, Ambassadors are able to speak firsthand of the work of AREA and can promote the greater Albuquerque area through an economic lens.
What is the role of an Ambassador?
Ambassadors assist the organization in:
- As hosts in welcome tours, receptions, and events with clients
- As advocates during press conferences
- As participants and tour guides for AREA events and training programs
Who can be an Ambassador?
Any company actively contributing to AREA’s mission may have representation on the Ambassador Committee. Participants who attend a minimum of three designated events will become certified Ambassadors. Examples of designated events include:
- Quarterly Investors Luncheons
- ‘Building a Regional Economy’ training programs
- AREA Webinar Programs
- AREA Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner
Ambassadors with five or more years of continuous service achieve Emeritus status and no longer must meet minimum attendance at AREA events. Emeritus Ambassadors will be recognized at the Annual Dinner in conjunction with the 505 Awards.
| Charlene | Rimbert | Segra |
| Daniel | Rodriguez | Klinger Constructors, LLC |
| Dezaree | Vega Garcia | Sunny505 |
| Jay | Guthrie | Durans Central Pharmacy |
| Jessica | Fox | Sandia Peak Tram Company |
| Jessica | Bohan McElroy | New York Life Insurance Co. |
| Lauren | Kisten | Moss Adams |
| Melina | Hamm | Hub International |
| Natalie | Bohlman | Hub International |
| Nina | Chavez | Goodwill Industries of New Mexico |
| Valencia | Noel | Sunward |
| Pixie | Nunez | ARI Graphix & Signs, Albuquerque Reprographics Inc. |
| Serigo | Malonado | Washington Federal (WaFd) Bank |
| Thomas | Mortensen | Allen Sigmon Real Estate Group |
| Victoria | Sanchez | PNC Bank |
January 17, 2025, 9 a.m. – AREA Economic Development 101 Session
February 20, 2025, 11:30 a.m.- Ambassador Lunch and Learn – SEGRA Office
April 3, 2025, 2 p.m. – Assist with Set Up AREA QIL Event – F.B.T. Architects
June 11, 2025, 8:30 a.m. – Coffee with the CEO – TBD
June 12, 2025, 10:30 a.m. – Assist with Set Up – AREA QIL Lunch – TBD
July 31, 2025, 5 p.m. – AREA Ambassador Happy Hour – TBD
September 16, 2025, 11:30 a.m. – Ambassador Lunch – Sunny 505
September 23, 2025, 7 a.m. – Assist with Set Up – AREA Town Hall – TBD
October 29, 2025, 8:30 a.m. – Coffee with the CEO – TBD
November 13, 2025, 3 p.m. – Assist with Set Up – 505 Awards – Sandia Resort
December 4, 2025, 4 p.m. – AREA Open House – AREA Office
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“As a long time member of the AREA Ambassador program, I’m proud to advocate alongside passionate community members who work every day to promote the things that make the Albuquerque area an incredible place to live and do business.”