DISCOVER
Recognized as one of the most culturally diverse cities in the country, Albuquerque’s ethnic tapestry is reflected in its architecture, artwork, cultural centers and cuisine. Countless customs and traditions passed down over generations are a vibrant part of daily life in the city, and make Albuquerque an epicenter of authentic Southwestern culture.
EXPERIENCE
Albuquerque is home to some of the nation’s major cultural and International events. Celebrations like the Gathering of Nations, Festival Flamenco Internacional, and Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, are world-renowned events that bring millions of visitors to Albuquerque every year from across the globe.
EXPLORE
As the largest city in the state, Albuquerque has something to pique everyone’s interests. Whether you want to take in a concert, ride the Tram or hike the Bosque, visit our BioPark, or enjoy one of our many microbreweries, there is no shortage of choices to explore and enjoy all that Albuquerque has to offer.
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WHO WE ARE
JIM GARCIA
Vice President
Jim Garcia is a native New Mexican and has an extensive career in the hospitality industry. Before becoming the Vice President for the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce, he was involved in several unique clients through his consulting company HospiTotally.
BEATRICE DAVALOS
Destination Sales Executive
Bea Davalos was born and raised in New Mexico, a seasoned veteran of the team, has worked at the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce for over 23 years. With years in the industry, Bea has a large network of relationships with venues, governments, and hotels.
CECILIA MARQUEZ
Destination Sales Executive
Cecilia Marquez has been a staff member of the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce Convention and Tourism team for the past 23 years. She moved to Albuquerque in 1982 from a small town west of Albuquerque, and has lived here ever since.
YURIRIA MORALES
International Markets Director
Yuriria (Yuri) Morales is the International Management Representative for the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce’s Convention and Tourism Department. In that capacity, Yuri represents the chamber in all activities associated with delegations from foreign countries, in promoting Albuquerque as a destination for conventions and tourism internationally.
JOHN LEWIS
Conventions Services Representative
John Lewis was born in Tuba City, Arizona on the Navajo reservation, and was raised in Flagstaff with four brothers and three sisters. His mother is a member of the Navajo Nation, and his father that was a member of Zuni Pueblo.