Welcome to our newest Board Members, starting January 2025: Aaron Atencio, Kaylee Romero, & Sonia Perez!
Yula Cisneros
President
Yula Cisneros
Pilates with Yula Cisneros Montoya LLC
Yula is a Mexican-born dancer and educator who trained in ballet in Kiev, Ukraine, and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Modern Dance and Pilates certification at Cornish College of the Arts, Seattle. She has an eclectic dance experience that includes performing for dance troupes such as the Chocolate Heads at Stanford University, performing at international venues such as Shevchenko Theater of Opera and Ballet, Jacob’s Pillow, Bates Dance Festival, and teaching dance for educational institutions such as Cornish Preparatory Dance Program, Pacific Northwest Ballet, the University of California - Santa Cruz, and the National Dance School of Mozambique. She draws from my dance background and life experiences to teach classes at her Pilates studio.
She loves to hike, bike, ski, and being outdoors rain or shine, or snow, and when not teaching she is happiest doing these activities with her husband and son, here in Colorado.
Kaylee Romero
Kaylee Romero
Kaylee volunteers for various community activities with the Young Professionals of Alamosa. Currently she is assisting in the steering committee for the San Luis Valley Rural Philanthropy Days. In her current role with CHFA, she has been able to sponsor various events throughout the community including the 4th of July Parade, Alamosa Search and Rescue SUDS for SAR, and Tu Casa’s Starry Night Ball. As a board member and Chamber Ambassador and her role with CHFA she will be an advocate for chamber members as well as the Alamosa community.
Aaron Atencio
Aaron Atencio
Epic Peaks Consulting
Aaron has greatly enjoyed working with many individuals connected to the Chamber over the past several years and has always admired their focus and community involvement. He appreciates the positive impact the Chamber has on both our local economy and the community as a whole. He is drawn to organizations like the Alamosa Chamber that excel in their mission and make a meaningful difference.
Aaron specializes in experiential and online marketing, helping businesses create memorable brand experiences and impactful digital presence. He has been fortunate to work on events and campaigns for many major brands including Nike, Target, and Disney, giving him the chance to learn from diverse experiences across the country and internationally. Bringing those skills and experiences to the Valley is something he truly enjoys. He says Alamosa has been a wonderful community to connect with, and he is grateful for the opportunity to get involved and give back.
Sandra Ortega
Sandy Ortega
I am passionate about the community I live in and it is important to give back my time/talent/treasure to my community. I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and I have lived in Alamosa since 1970. I am currently the president of the ASU Alumni Association and am very active in my community. I am a victims advocate with the Sheriff's office, Member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and more. I love engaging with folks of all ages.
Meredith McCarn
Vice President
Meredith McCarn
Young Professionals of Alamosa
I am very excited for the opportunity to serve on the Alamosa County Chamber Board of Directors to further build personal & professional relationships with fellow community members (on the board and beyond) as well as use my expertise and background to add a new perspective to the already successful BOD team. I also want to support the economic development of our town in a more official capacity, and I look forward to learning from the current Board about the facets to support this common goal. The Chamber and it’s BOD is already doing amazing things for this community
Kyle Burnett
Kyle Burnett
I believe in community and wish to help support our local businesses. With my job experience, l've seen the impact of a unified and supportive community. I love my community and I want to see it thrive!
I wish help improve the San Luis Valley's overall well-being, focusing on economic, civic, cultural, and educational growth through promotion and education.
Levi Wilner
Levi Wilner
I need to give back to the community that has supported me over the years. I like what the chamber has been doing. I’d like to come along side and support where needed.
I’ve always said that ‘Business makes the world go round’; however without the needs of a community and connected dialogue between the two the world kinda stops. Lets keep it spinning.
Kate Martinez
Kate Martinez
Kate Martinez, San Luis Valley Behavioral Health Group. Kate is passionate about improving the SLV, and consistently endeavors to do her part to improve this community she calls home. She says the Alamosa Chamber has a mission that closely aligns with her goals to lead positive change int he community. Kate is an experienced marketing manager with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care industry. She is skilled in communication, marketing strategy, influencer marketing, research, and writing. She is a strong community and social services professional with a bachelor's degree focused in English Language and Literature from ASU.
Jim Kynor
Treasurer
Jim Kynor
I have a strong appreciation for the role a local Chamber plays not only in attracting business, but also in representing the needs of the local business community. In my role as a college vice president, I interact very frequently with local business owners and leaders, to ensure that the college is meeting their workforce training, educational and development needs. However, I also have a very strong background in business operations, across a variety of industry sectors and in the international arena. Thus, I believe that I can contribute greatly to the growth of our local business base , given my experience in the manufacturing, service and consulting sectors.
Sonia Perez
Sonia Perez
Sonia believes in the power of collaboration and community-driven economic growth. As the Director of the SLV SBDC, she has firsthand experience working with local businesses to help them overcome challenges and thrive. She is passionate about fostering entrepreneurial success, supporting workforce development, and driving initiatives that strengthen our local economy.
She brings insights from the small business community, leveraging her network to create opportunities for members, and developing programs that address the specific needs of our region. Her experience in consulting, business development, and organizing community events is an asset in furthering the Chamber’s mission to promote business growth and improve the overall quality of life in Alamosa County.
Marisa Atencio
Marisa Atencio
Marisa has lived in the San Luis Valley for most of her life and has been working at Valley-Wide Health Systems for almost 15 years. She plans to live in the valley for the rest of her life and felt the Alamosa Chamber Board would provide her with the opportunity to help inspire others and work together with a team to make everyone feel as if they are working toward some greater good. She has ben in a leadership role with her organization for the last 12 years, and has the ability to focus on the big picture, whie helping to direct the small picture. She has a 21-year old daughter and enjoys traveling with family, cooking, and watching/attending sporting events. She also enjoys traveling to new place and trying new things.
