As Balloon Fiesta’s Balloonmeister for Fiesta de Los Globitos, Melissa Bond helps to coordinate the safe launch of the remote-controlled balloons during Balloon Fiesta. In this month’s Inside the Basket, she shares more about how she became involved with Balloon...
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Inside the Basket – Stephanie Kitts Balloon Fiesta Communications Manager
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Inc. (AIBF) recently welcomed Stephanie Kitts as its new Communications Manager. Kitts has more than 15 years of experience in communications and marketing, including eight years in the aviation industry. Kitts managed...
Inside the Basket – Jake Nuñez-Boger, Digital Creator and Executive Producer
Each year, Balloon Fiesta welcomes and works with members of the media during the event from all media platforms, including broadcast, print, photography, and digital media. These members embark on the exciting challenge of showcasing the vibrant colors, dynamic...
Inside the Basket – Dylan Winn, Balloon Fiesta Navigator
It has been said that the volunteers of Balloon Fiesta are the heart of the event! Each year, hundreds of Navigators volunteer their time to guide guests and ensure a great event experience. In this month’s Inside the Basket, we hear from Dylan Winn, an Albuquerque...
Inside the Basket – Marissa Vereb, Pilot
Each year, Balloon Fiesta welcomes pilots from all over the world and launches 500+ balloons, making the ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® the largest gathering of hot air balloons in the world! In this month’s Inside the Basket, Marissa Vereb, the...
Inside the Basket – Nate Herrera, Balloon Fiesta guest, and Visual Storyteller
For Albuquerque locals, the Balloon Fiesta is an integral part of life in October, as hundreds of balloons fill the skies each morning. In this month’s Inside the Basket, we hear from Nate Herrera, local student, Balloon Fiesta guest, and visual storyteller. Nate...
Inside the Basket – Zack Griego, Pilot
Each year, Balloon Fiesta welcomes pilots from all around the world, launching 500+ balloons, making the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® the largest gathering of hot air balloons in the world! In this month’s Inside the Basket, Zack Griego, pilot of a 90...
Inside the Basket – Doug Hinebaugh, Photographer and Social Media Manager
Each year, Balloon Fiesta welcomes and works with members of the media during the event from all media platforms including broadcast, print, photography and digital media. These members embark on the exciting challenge of showcasing the vibrant colors, dynamic...
Inside the Basket – Becky Wood, Social Media Influencer and Travel Blogger
Each year, Balloon Fiesta welcomes and works with members of the media during the event from all media platforms including broadcast, print, photography and digital media. These members embark on the exciting challenge of showcasing the vibrant colors, dynamic...