Teresa Quintana

Teresa Quintana is the Vice President of Economic Empowerment for HELP New Mexico, Inc., and a Cum Laude graduate from the University of New Mexico. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Education with a Concentration in Family Studies. She has thirteen years of experience with project management and office administration. She is currently attending Grand Canyon University to receive her MPA.

Teresa is from the Pueblo of Cochiti, San Felipe and has a Hispanic heritage as well. She deeply rooted in the culture of her home in Cochiti Pueblo, where she and her husband have built their family foundation. In her capacity at HELPNM she is able to identify the disparities found in rural and indigenous communities. Providing meaningful programming that supports sustainability among the most vulnerable populations has significance. The organization is able to support pathways to education, higher wage jobs and economic growth. Working with HELP New Mexico, Inc. brings her fulfillment by allowing her to work alongside those who share the passion to serve the communities.