About Our Chapter

Mission Statement

  • The New Mexico Chapter of IAAO is dedicated to offering opportunities to promote education within the assessment practices of our members and advance the ideals and standards of IAAO in New Mexico

Vision Statement

  • Provide support to members through educational workshops, classes, and a forum to answer questions about real property and personal property assessment in the state of New Mexico

Goals

  • Educate the public regarding the ad valorem system

  • Provide and distribute useful information relating to assessment practices

  • Facilitate and promote public trust

Core Values

  • Dedication and commitment to excellence for those we serve

  • A trusted resource, acting with honesty, integrity, and transparency

  • Promotion of inclusiveness, fairness, and diversity

  • Engaging leadership, with strong communication and a willingness to adapt

  • Practice of responsible stewardship of resources

Board Members

President

Alyssa Sena - Santa Fe County, Department Administrator

I have served with the Santa Fe County Assessor’s Office for the past six years, first as a Data Analyst and currently as a Department Administrator. This experience has given me a strong foundation in both the technical and administrative aspects of property assessment, as well as a deep appreciation for the critical role Assessors play in our communities. As President of the NMIAAO Chapter, my goal is to advance and strengthen our appraisal community by promoting education, professional development, and technical expertise in property assessment. I am committed to supporting appraisers at all stages of their careers, encouraging collaboration, and ensuring our members have access to the knowledge and resources needed to uphold fairness, accuracy, and excellence in assessment practices.

Vice President

Fabian M. Montoya- Chief Appraiser, Bernalillo County

Fabian assists with: organizing, coordinating all real & personal property appraisal, & exercises full technical responsibility for appraisal work. Supervises the work of the Assessor Administrator, Assessment Managers, and the Re-appraisal Manager. Fabian oversees all Appraiser staff to ensure work scheduling, setting priorities, and working with managers and supervisors to resolve problems on 285,000 parcels in Bernalillo County, all while being an active member in the New Mexico Assessor’s Affiliate

Secretary

Ashley Martinez - Assessment Specialist, Los Alamos County

Ashley has been in the assessor’s office for three years. Ashley does a lot of data entry, such as deeds, BPP, livestock, mobile homes, and exemptions. She is excited to meet people and network within the chapter, and to hopefully expand the chapter's outreach.

Treasurer

Alexia Lopez - Assessor Technician Lead, Bernalillo County

Though new to the assessor’s office, with less than a year of service, she brings strong organizational skills and a commitment to responsible financial management. Alexia is dedicated to supporting transparency and the professional development of assessment professionals across New Mexico.

Director

Samantha Stroud - Lea County, Chief Appraiser & Livestock Specialist

With over 10 years of experience, Samantha is excited to help the chapter grow while working to offer useful courses and workshops and serve other members around the state.

Director

Gary Jaesin- New Mexico Property Tax Division, Appraisal Bureau Senior Appraiser

Mr. Jaesin is highly committed to the continued growth of the IAAO New Mexico Chapter. Having played a key role in organizing and coordinating annual IAAO classes across the state, Gary brings energy, experience, and fresh ideas for moving the chapter forward—creating new opportunities, expanding educational offerings, and strengthening an already successful program.

  • DANIEL FRESQUEZ

    PAST PRESIDENT

    2017-2019

  • STEPHEN SAIS

    PAST PRESIDENT

    2019-2023

  • Curtis Valencia

    PAST PRESIDENT

    2023-2025