MISSION

To lead New Mexico's broadband expansion through statewide planning and data-driven decision-making; to reinforce collaborative partnerships with New Mexico's Tribes, counties and local communities; to ensure universal access to affordable, high-quality connectivity; and to support meaningful use of the internet for all families, businesses, and community institutions.

VISION

Achieve enterprising, affordable broadband solutions for New Mexicans that honor the state’s rich heritage and elevate quality of life for all.

VALUES

Innovation
Embracing inspired and imaginative ideas at the speed of technological change.

Collaboration
Working alongside communities and industry partners providing essential services.

Respect
Honoring New Mexico's rich history and diverse cultural heritage alongside future advancement of industry.
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Evidence
Connecting New Mexico with reliable data and analysis to guide our decisions.

Results
Focusing on improving outcomes and iterating on past achievements.

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Meet the OBAE Team

Jeffrey Bonds Lopez

Jeff Lopez 
Director
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Aquiles Trujillo
Deputy Director

Devon Wohl
Operations Manager

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Programs & Communication Team

Andrew Wilder, Policy & Program Bureau Chief
​​Andy Exell, ARPA-CPF Coordinator
Heather Whittemore,  BEAD Program Manager
Kevin Hopper, Communications Director
​Mike Curtis, Public Relations Coordinator
Mina Edwards, Business Operations Specialist
Neala Krueger, State Grants Senior Program Manager
Valerie​ Quintana, Broadband Tribal Coordinator

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Administrative Services Team

JoAnn Chavez, OBAE ASD Bureau Chief
Michael Saavedra, Senior Procurement Coordinator
Elisha Wray, Budget, Grants & Accounting Financial Coordinator
Sarah Rendon, Procurement & Contracts Financial Coordinator 
​Maria Varela, Senior Accounts Payable Accountant
Irving Gonzalez, HR Generalist ​

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Mapping & Data Team

Natalie Runyan, Geographic Information Officer

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Support Team

Jennifer Nevarez, Broadband Support Team; Education, Outreach, & Stakeholder Engagement
​John Osmon, Project Manager, BDCP
​Karina Exell, Broadband Support Team
Kelvin Lester, Broadband Support Team and SEN Support
Sandeep Taxali, Program Advisor

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Project Management Team

Richard Govea, Project Manager Bureau Chief
​Mark Jacobs, Senior Broadband Project Manager
Eric Rodgers, Project Manager
Jaclyn Henley, Senior IT Project Manager
Azadeh Zamanian, Senior IT Project Manager
Katherine Irvin, Project Manager
​Monica Riehl, Project Manager
Lane Camfield, Permitting Coordinator

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Legal Team

Cass Brulotte, General Counsel
Kelly O’Neill, Staff Attorney

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Education Technology Infrastructure Division (ETIF)

Supporting the Statewide Education Network (SEN)
Eric Moores, Chief Information Officer, SEN-ETIF
Jazmina Flores, Business Operations Specialist, SEN-ETIF
Michelle Schnakenberg, Senior Program Manager, SEN-ETIF
Ovidiu Viorica, Broadband Program Manager, SEN-ETIF

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Should your community require assistance, please contact a Project Manager withing the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion.

Contact a Project Manager