Tania Armenta is the President and CEO of Visit Albuquerque and one of Balloon Fiesta’s newest Board of Directors. In this month’s Inside the Basket, she shares more about how she became involved with the organization, the economic impact Balloon Fiesta has on...
Inside the Basket
Inside the Basket – Kari Harris, First time Balloon Fiesta Guest
We welcomed hundreds of thousands of guests to Balloon Fiesta Park this year; some event veterans, others were visiting us for the first time. It’s our hope that whether new or returning, every guest has a magical visit. This month we get to hear from first-time...
Inside the Basket – Judith Nakamura, President Balloon Fiesta Board of Directors
As a former chief justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court and longtime balloonist, Judith Nakamura, has a history with and strong commitment to New Mexico. In this month’s Inside the Basket, she shares more about her Balloon Fiesta story and plans as she takes on the...
Inside the Basket – Melissa Bond, Balloon Fiesta Safety Officer and Balloonmeister for Fiesta de Los Globitos
As Balloon Fiesta’s Safety Officer and 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...
Inside the Basket – Chani Kaibetoney, Balloon Fiesta Assistant Merchandise Manager
As Balloon Fiesta’s Assistant Merchandise Manager, Chani Kaibetoney helps to bring to life, the fun merchandise items that commemorate the event. In this month’s Inside the Basket, she shares more about how she became involved with Balloon Fiesta, the most challenging...
Inside the Basket – Dave and Erin Bair, Balloon Fiesta Pilot
Dave and Erin Bair are a father-daughter duo who both pilot balloons at Balloon Fiesta. In fact, they have participated as pilots with Dave’s father and Erin’s grandfather, Ray Bair. In this month’s Inside the Basket, Dave and Erin talk more about the special moments...
Inside the Basket – Samantha Greenwald, Balloon Fiesta Navigator Manager
Samantha Greenwald is Balloon Fiesta’s new Navigator Manager, joining the organization this month. In this month’s Inside the Basket, get to know Samantha’s ballooning background, what her role entails and how you can get involved as a Navigator. 1. Give a brief...
Inside the Basket – Jennifer Schurman, Balloon Fiesta RV and Navigator Manager
Balloon Fiesta’s RV and Navigator Manager, Jennifer Schurman helps create a memorable experience for RV guests and Balloon Fiesta volunteers during the event. In this month’s Inside the Basket, Jennifer shares more about what her job entails, volunteer roles that are...