Monique Fragua serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) and Indian Pueblos Marketing, Inc. (IPMI), making history as the first woman to lead both organizations. A proud member of the Pueblo of Jemez, Ms. Fragua brings more than a decade of executive leadership experience, a deep commitment to community, respectfully sharing native culture, and a bold vision for economic empowerment. Throughout her career, she has championed initiatives that support Native-owned enterprises, create employment opportunities, and foster leadership within Pueblo communities. Under her guidance, IPCC has expanded its role as a cultural and educational hub while IPMI continues to thrive as a successful model of tribally owned business innovation. Monique is widely recognized for her collaborative spirit, strategic leadership, and dedication to uplifting Indigenous voices. Her work not only strengthens Pueblo communities but also enriches the broader New Mexico economy and cultural landscape.

Michelle Garcia serves as a senior officer responsible for managing multiple departments, including Human Resources, Marketing, Information Technology, Security, and Custodial Services. She ensures that the strategic goals of these departments align with the overall mission of the organization, oversees budget compliance, and provides leadership and direction to department directors and managers. Ms. Garcia has a master’s degree in counseling psychology and in her career has held various HR Management positions in multiple industries, such as manufacturing, engineering, hospitality, and healthcare. She joined IPCC/IPMI as the HR Director almost 13 years ago and has broadened her scope of leadership and responsibility at IPCC/IPMI by taking on new opportunities and new departments over the years.

John Stewart joined IPCC from the banking sector, bringing with him a solid background in finance. His expertise in project management and budget analysis plays a vital role in advancing the organization’s strategic objectives. Mr. Stewart manages the daily operations of the Finance and Accounting Department and works closely with the Executive Team on major organizational projects. He holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the Anderson School of Management at the University of New Mexico. Outside of work, Mr. Stewart enjoys spending time with his wife, two children, and two dogs

Skyler Sargent is a dedicated Property Manager who brings the same work ethic and passion to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center that he developed as a student-athlete at New Mexico State University. Raised in Albuquerque’s North Valley, Skyler takes great pride in serving both local and Pueblo communities. Outside of work, his greatest joy is his family—he’s married to his childhood sweetheart, and together they’re raising two children in a home filled with music and sports. Skyler also stays active in the community, coaching youth basketball and high school wrestling.

Bill Stimmel serves as Vice President of Business Operations, overseeing all commercial divisions including Hospitality, Retail, Food Services, and the Indian Pueblo Entrepreneur Complex. He brings over 35 years of operational leadership experience to his role and is passionate about delivering superior customer experiences in alignment with the mission of IPCC. Outside of work, Bill enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids and is a tireless supporter of the cultural, culinary, and recreational resources of New Mexico.

Northern Representative
Santa Clara Pueblo
Proudly Serving Since 2014

Chris L. Baca is currently the Chairman of the IPCC/IPMI Board of Directors. He is an experienced Information Technology professional. Chairman Baca retired from the State of New Mexico where he managed IT operations for several agencies. He has since started a new career with Los Alamos National Laboratory. Mr. Baca is very involved in his Pueblo and has served on the Santa Clara Development Corporation Board. Chairman Baca earned his BA in Political Science and Government/Business Management from the University of New Mexico.

Southern/Western Representative
Acoma Pueblo
Proudly Serving Since 2022

Brian Vallo is currently a member of the IPCC/IPMI Board of Directors. With 30 years’ experience working in areas of museum development, cultural resources management, historic architecture preservation, the arts, and tourism, Brian has dedicated his career towards promoting Native American arts and culture, advocacy on the protection of sacred landscapes, and repatriation of ancestors and items of cultural patrimony.
He served a three-year appointment as Governor for Acoma Pueblo. Brian has served on numerous boards including the Santa Fe Community Foundation, Santa Fe Arts Commission, Alfonso Ortis for Intercultural Studies, to name a few. He maintains board membership on Santa Fe-based Chamiza Foundation (11 years) and the Keystone Policy Center in Washington, DC. He attended the New Mexico State University where he studied Business Administration and Marketing, and later studied Anthropology at the University of New Mexico.

Southern/Western Representative
Isleta Pueblo
Proudly Serving Since 2024

Ms. Jojola is the President of Montech, Inc. which she founded in 2011. Montech is an award-winning, certified U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a), Woman Owned Small Business, and American Indian Corporation that offers professional and technical support services for federal and state clients and commercial customer. In 2017, Ms. Jojola co-authored “Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs of New Mexico: Surpassing Barriers and Stereotypes.”
Ms. Jojola holds a degree from UNM along with several professional certifications. She is proud to have a long history of community involvement and currently sits on many boards.

Local Albuquerque Business Person
Proudly Serving Since 2014

Bruce Bleakman is currently a member of the IPCC/IPMI Board of Directors. With more than 30 years of experience in public accounting, Bruce is an expert in accounting and financial reporting for tribal governments and related enterprises, including tribal gaming and hospitality entities.
Bruce is a Certified Public Accountant and a member of American Institute of Certified Public Accountants New Mexico Society of Certified Public Accountants. He earned a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in accounting from the University of Florida.