“the future belongs to the determined, not the hesitant...to those with bold foresight, not those with grudging hindsight” JFK

Duties of the New Mexico Lieutenant Governor

  • Presides as President of the New Mexico Senate, overseeing legislative sessions and maintaining order.

  • Acts as Governor when the Governor is out of state or unable to serve..

  • Serves as an ombudsman for constituent concerns, helping citizens navigate state agencies and resolve issues.

  • Member of the Executive Cabinet and serves on key boards and commissions, including the State Board of Finance, Border Authority, Children’s Cabinet, Community Development Council, Military Base Planning Commission, Mortgage Finance Authority, Spaceport Authority, and Youth Alliance.

  • Keeps records and submits annual reports to the Governor.

  • Supports and advances state priorities in areas such as education, infrastructure, and economic development.

How I Will Make the Office Better

  • Leverage international infrastructure experience to bring best practices in project management, public-private partnerships, and innovative funding to New Mexico’s infrastructure challenges, ensuring efficient and future-ready development.

  • Apply engineering expertise to improve technical oversight of state projects, enhance problem-solving, and ensure that infrastructure and technology initiatives are safe, reliable, and cost-effective.

  • Utilize business acumen (MBA) to streamline office operations, drive strategic planning, and implement data-driven decision-making for better outcomes in public service.

  • Promote cross-agency collaboration and stakeholder engagement, drawing on experience working with diverse teams and international partners to build consensus and deliver results.

  • Champion innovation and modernization in state government, using a background in engineering and business to introduce new technologies and improve service delivery for all New Mexicans.

  • Maintain a strong connection to everyday New Mexicans, ensuring that the office remains accessible, responsive, and focused on real community needs—not just the priorities of Santa Fe insiders.


With a unique combination of international infrastructure experience, technical expertise as an electrical engineer, and advanced business training, I will bring fresh solutions, efficiency, and a citizen-focused approach to the Office of the Lieutenant Governor—making it a true engine for progress in New Mexico.

My Experience Serving Rural New Mexico

  • Served as councilman and mayor pro tem for Loving, NM, gaining firsthand knowledge of rural challenges.

  • Appointed by the Governor as one of seven State Emergency Response Commissioners, providing statewide leadership in emergency preparedness and response.

  • Served as Deputy Director of the local food pantry, supporting food security and addressing hunger in the community.

  • Addressed critical water system upgrades and the struggle to secure grants due to limited local resources.

  • Supported local police departments and worked to address issues like homelessness, drugs, and crime.

  • Preserved community culture by improving cemeteries and adding water sprinklers to parks and cemeteries.

  • Enhanced quality of life by installing new playground equipment and starting a Senior Citizens Center.

  • Approved and supported the development of a new youth recreation center and community center.

  • Strengthened emergency response by collaborating with the county to build one of Eddy County’s top fire and emergency service facilities.

  • Improved roads and alleys in the community

Environmental & Social Impact, Jackie Onsurez, India. Design bench marking for aluminum complex in Middle East

Certified Incident Commander - nuclear, biological, and chemical

Experience leading & mitigating high-risk incidents in Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Department of Energy Emergency Operations

  • Expertise in crisis management, inter-agency coordination, and hazardous materials response

  • Unique combination of certification, technical skills, and international field experience

  • Most qualified candidate to manage and resolve complex emergencies

  • Former Fireman and EMT

After over a decade working internationally, I returned home to New Mexico to be with my father in his later years, especially after losing my mother to leukemia. Leaving behind a high-powered career, I’ve embraced life here with my partner, blending my global experience with New Mexico’s unique culture. As a new Democrat, I bring fresh skills and a commitment to diversity, progress, and the values of liberty and justice for all, ready to help move New Mexico forward.

Grass Roots Campaign, New Mexico Citizen Ralph Q.

I am committed to fighting for your priorities and ensuring that New Mexico’s workers are protected, valued, and empowered to build a better future for all.

Safety Office, Iraq

Project Management for 12 Billion Dollar Industrial Complex. London/KSA

Councilman/Advocate for New Senior Citizens Center, Loving, NM - Open for Citizens