Meet the Board

Executive Director, Los Alamos MainStreet and Creative District
Hailing from Denver, Jacquelyn previously worked as a curator for the Denver International Airport Art Program and the Emmanuel Gallery at the University of Colorado at Denver. Prior to that, she worked as a public art administrator for Creative Colorado (Colorado’s State Arts Agency) and the City of Denver. Through her business as an independent arts and project management consultant, Jacquelyn’s experience as an arts administrator brought together artists, the community, businesses, and local government. Organizing events, exhibitions, and public art projects are her specialty.
After relocating to Los Alamos in 2018 with her husband and three children, Connolly joined several boards and organizations to learn more about the community and get involved locally. A graduate of the 2023 Los Alamos Leadership Class Currently, she is Vice President of the New Mexico Coalition MainStreet Communities Board.

Executive Director, Tucumcari MainStreet
Connie is the executive director for Tucumcari MainStreet where she is dedicated to strengthening existing businesses, fostering entrepreneurship, and drawing people to the MainStreet District. Before being appointed Main Street Director, Connie spent 12 years in the financial industry as a loan processor and was an ICBA Certified Compliance Officer. This background has given her a unique perspective on small business needs.

Executive Director, Taos MainStreet
Charles is the Director for Taos MainStreet and a nonprofit and business professional with over 20 years of experience. He provides visionary leadership for the revitalization of the Historic Plaza District and works to ensure its an inclusive, vibrant civic space, for residents and visitors of all ages. A graduate of UNM and a proud Lobo, he returned to his hometown in 2018 where he lives with his wife and two children. He is honored to be able to serve his community in his position and serves his community on the Parks and Rec Advisory Board, the Destination Stewardship Network, and as a coach in multiple youth sports leagues. He enthusiastically serves as Treasurer for the New Mexico Coalition of MainStreet Communities in order to help highlight the work of MainStreet with the legislature and strengthen MainStreet programs across the state.

Executive Director, Alamogordo MainStreet
Nolan is a graduate from New Mexico State University, Mechanical Engineering Dept. He spent the beginning of his career as a program and project manager for the Department of Defense. After returning to New Mexico, he and his wife bought 5 acres just outside of Alamogordo, NM. There they’re raising two boys along with chickens and pigs. They opened a shop downtown that showcased handmade, homemade, and homegrown products of the Tularosa Basin. After being asked to apply for the position, Nolan was hired in April of 2022. Since being hired, Nolan has worked hard to ensure that upcoming large-scale projects will be effectively executed but primarily, he is just grateful for the opportunity to have an active role in the betterment of his community.

Executive Director, Artesia MainStreet Arts & Cultural District
With a background in pretty much nothing relevant (former high school English teacher, stay-at-home mom, Airbnb host) Morgan has a newfound passion for fostering a deep connection between locals and the community they live in. MainStreet work is right up her alley, with a special interest in design and economic development. She has lived in Artesia with her husband and three rowdy sons for eight years.

Executive Director, Raton MainStreet/Arts & Cultural Distict
Brenda is the Executive Director for Raton MainStreet/ACD and has been since 2013. She loves her job, her board and most importantly her community.
Brenda is also the Executive Director for the Raton Arts and Humanities Council, so her Arts & Culture district work is closely tied to her MainStreet work. Brenda has served in many capacities of the Coalition Board since 2014.

Executive Director, Revitalize San Pedro Partnership
Adrian is a social impact practitioner with over 20 years of experience across private, nonprofit, and public sectors. Adrian specializes in mobilizing people, processes, and policy to create lasting social change. Known for his advocacy work in expanding civil rights protections and community development, he has received numerous accolades, including the National Service Alumni Award from Governor Susana Martinez and New Mexico’s Top 40 Under Forty.
Recently, Mayor Tim Keller appointed him to Albuquerque’s Environmental Planning Commission. Adrian is expected to earn a Master of Community & Regional Planning from the University of New Mexico in May 2025.

Executive Director, Carlsbad MainStreet
Kat Davis is the Executive Director for Carlsbad MainStreet/Arts & Cultural District. She started this work in 2020 as the Director for Carlsbad’s Pearl of the Pecos ACD and at the beginning of 2022 the MainStreet board merged these positions into one. Kat was named one of her communities “40 under 40 recipients” in 2021 from the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. Originally born and raised in Ireland, Kat has a diverse background that drives her passion to make her community a better place through many different service organizations, volunteering, and her work through Carlsbad MainStreet.
Outside of work she is passionate about nature, music, the environment, traveling and her pug named Frank.

Executive Director, Corrales MainStreet
A proud HillTopper and graduate of Los Alamos High School, Angela is a home-grown New Mexican. Post high school, she attended the University of Arkansas Little Rock on a Division-One soccer scholarship. Earning a Bachelor of Arts in Human Communication Theory and Marketing, her career experience highlights sales, problem-solving, and work in the world of philanthropy. She lives in Corrales, where she and her husband are raising their children and contributing to the vitality of the village through a family-owned business.
Angela joined Corrales MainStreet as a board member in 2020 and transitioned to the Executive Director position in July of 2021. She joined the organization because she believes strongly in community service and the value of volunteering.

Executive Director, Gallup MainStreet Arts & Cultural District
Michael is the Executive Director of Gallup MainStreet Arts & Cultural District and former executive director for Downtown Farmington: A MainStreet Project and The HeART of Farmington Arts & Cultural District. Michael is an award-winning artist and college instructor. Two of his true passions are historic preservation and economic development. He has over 20 years of experience working with Main Street and has enjoyed learning about Gallup's fantastic history and helping save the historic places in downtown Gallup. Michael particularly likes activating underutilized spaces in the downtown area through creative placemaking and special events.

Jacquelyn Connolly Committee Chair

Adrian Carver · Charles Whitson · Michael Bulloch · Sharla Lefkowitz-Oberg, Silver City · Jeffery Steward, Las Cruces

Morgan Fox Committee Chair

Angela Gutierrez

Charles Whitson Committee Chair

Adrian Carver · Jacquelyn Connolly

Nolan Ojeda Committee Chair

Connie Loveland · Lisa Pellegrino-Spear