2018 Back of House – Hospitality Finalist Joshua Arnold Routes Bicycle Tours & Rentals, Inc. What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? Working as a busboy & server at Savory Fare restaurant in Albuquerque, NM (14-18). Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? Many people ranging from my parents to my wife (we continue to grow together). However, … Read More

ABQ Business First announced their Deals of the Year Finalists on October 9th and among the 32 finalists were a few NMHA members. We just want to highlight the achievements of our members and congratulate them on their nomination! Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm was nominated for their $10 million renovation … Read More

2018 Front of House – Hospitality Finalist Amanda Gesten La Posada de Santa Fe What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? Plaza Bakery- Assistant Manager (2008) Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? Kristin Lepisto, Kathrine Balleau, David Stone, Annabel Tiberi, Dana Esparza, Ellen Zieselman What has been the highlight of your career? The highlight of my career … Read More

2018 Back of House – Food and Beverage Finalist Christina Martinez El Monte Sagrado What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? Cleaning and cooking at Los Copanas. Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? My Grandmother Leila and Mother Agnes, Also Pat and Terry Keene. What has been the highlight of your career? Working at El Monte Sagrado. … Read More

2018 Hospitality Professional of the Year Finalist Robin Henry Hotel Chaco What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? Business Travel Manager- Sheraton Airport, Albuquerque Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? In my diverse career path, I have had many who mentored me and help grow my leadership skills. But it all began with my father, who instilled … Read More

2018 Tourism Professional of the Year Finalist John Feins Meow Wolf What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? Public Relations Manager — Tourism Santa Fe / City Of Santa Fe Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? The New England Patriots What has been the highlight of your career? Being a torchbearer at The Burning Of Zozobra. Red … Read More

2018 Front of House – Food and Beverage Finalist RJ Romero Indian Pueblo Cultural Center What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? I started out as a busser at TGI Fridays Winrock when they opened that location in 1993. Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? My mother and wife have always been a support system for me … Read More

2018 Back of House – Food and Beverage Finalist Osbaldo Sanchez Hyatt Regency What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? Radisson Hotel, now is Cascada water park Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? Leticia Dominguez , Chef Phil’s Beltran , Chef Patrick Mohn What has been the highlight of your career? Stewarding Supervisor Red or Green? Red … Read More

2018 Front of House – Hospitality Finalist Diana Roman Home2 Suites by Hilton What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? Home2 suites by Hilton is my first and only hotel job. Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? Yahima Hernandez, my boss and mentor at the Home2 Suites, has helped me be more confident and encouraging throughout her … Read More

2018 Back of House – Food and Beverage Finalist Peter Vigil La Fonda on the Plaza What was your first job in the hospitality/tourism industry? Washing Dishes in Las Cruces at Tagmeyers Steak House Who has helped/mentored you throughout your career? My cousin Lela Cross What has been the highlight of your career? The highlight of my career has been … Read More