Andre returned to the Albuquerque Community Foundation after eight years in the banking and securities industries, bringing valuable financial expertise and a passion for helping organizations strengthen their impact.

Born and raised in Albuquerque, Andre learned the value of teamwork, discipline, and healthy competition through baseball, qualities that continue to shape his professional approach. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from UNM’s Anderson School of Management.

As Community Finance Director, Andre partners with nonprofit organizations to strengthen financial practices, promote accountability, and support long-term sustainability. He is passionate about helping organizations build the financial foundation needed to achieve their missions.

Outside of work, Andre enjoys DIY projects around the house, early morning rounds of golf, and spending time with his fiancée, Katja, and their fur baby, Lewis.

• Red or green? Green
• Mountain or River? Mountain
• Comedy Club or Dance Club? Dance Club
• Hometown: Albuquerque, NM
• High School Mascot:  Eagle
• If you could have lunch with anyone alive or dead, who would it be? My Dad and Grandfather
• If you didn’t work for the Foundation, where would you work? An organization that provides financial literacy training to the community.
• Name three songs you would include on your soundtrack of life: No Scrubs - TLC, Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics, Ghosts 'n' Stuff - Deadmau5
• What’s your favorite time of the year in New Mexico? Spring (minus the wind)
• What is a skill you’d like to learn? Further my skills in home improvement and auto repair/modification, I love to DIY.
• If you could witness any event of the past, present or future, what would it be? 2001 World Series in person with my family