Our Team & Board
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Leticia Bernal
Executive Director, La Fonda Foundation
Leticia oversees the Foundation’s mission, drawing on 15+ years of experience in the hospitality industry as a former business owner.
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Jenny Kimball
Co-Founder, La Fonda Foundation
Jenny’s dedication to supporting hospitality workers drives the Foundation’s mission. Her vision ensures programs that foster upward mobility and community impact.
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John F. Rizzo
Co-Founder, La Fonda Foundation
John champions the upward mobility of families through entrepreneurial pursuits, education, and out-of-box creative thinking applied to solving difficult problems.
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Carol Anglin
Advisory Board Member
Retired La Plazuela Dining Room Manager,
La Fonda on the PlazaA dedicated hospitality leader, Carol provides a frontline perspective on the needs and challenges of hourly workers.
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Ross Chaney
Advisory Board Member
Community AdvocateRoss champions equity and opportunity for underserved communities, bringing a wealth of advocacy experience to the Board.
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Christopher Goett
Advisory Board Member
President and CEO,
Santa Fe Community FoundationChristopher’s leadership in philanthropy and community development strengthens the Foundation’s partnerships and impact.
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Hervey Juris
Advisory Board Member
Professor Emeritus,
Kellogg School, Northwestern UniversityA seasoned educator and researcher, Hervey provides critical insights into workforce development and economic mobility strategies.
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Angel Mariscal
Advisory Board Member
Server at La Plazuela and AtriscoAngel continues to enjoy working in the hospitality industry, which he has found rewarding over the past 21 years.
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RJ Martinez
Advisory Board Member
LANL Foundation Early Childhood Program Manager and Santa Clara Pueblo Tribal CouncilmanRJ’s work in early childhood education and tribal leadership brings a unique and essential perspective to the Board.
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Jen Schroer
Advisory Board Member
Principal Strategist of JJS and Associates
Jen is a strategic leader with a proven track record of advancing organizations toward their long-term objectives. -
Marla Thompson
Advisory Board Member
Vice President, Constructive Assets, Inc.Certified Public Accountant, Fractional CFO & Financial Consultant. Marla is an accomplished financial leader with extensive experience in both for-profit and non-profit sectors.