Passionate And Experienced
Meet Our Alliance Team
We volunteer for the Route 66 New Mexico Alliance because we LOVE IT. Our motivation is meeting you, hearing from you, sharing stories all along the way. That’s what the connection to Route 66 is all about. We support our local businesses and share our talents and resources.
Vickie Ashcraft
President
With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality and marketing industry, Vickie leads our team with passion and integrity.
Larry Plath
Vice President
Larry Plath, along with his brother Johnny, are the 3rd generation sign pros behind Southwest Outdoor Electric in Albuquerque.
Cyndie Tidwell
Treasurer
Cyndie has more than 22 years of experience in urban planning. She holds a Master’s degree in Community and Regional Planning.
Johnnie Meier
Preservation Officer
Johnnie Meier served as past President of the New Mexico Route 66 Association. Awards: New Mexico Heritage Preservation Award and National Scenic Byway organization.
Cindy Carson
Director
Cindy’s most memorable childhood experience was a month-long family trip along Route 66.They stopped to see everything!
Craig Cropsey
Director
Craig’s love affair with Route 66 started back in 1957, when he rode with his family from Chicago to Los Angeles on the “Mother Road.”
Bruce Shaffer
Director
A deep knowledge of money management. He ensures our finances are used to serve Route 66’s greater good.
Roger Siegmann
Director
I first set foot on the “Mother Road” (Route 66) fall of 1958. We migrated from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to the uranium capital of the world: Grants, New Mexico and I have been here ever since.
Ken Johansen
Director
My interest in Route 66 goes back many years. When I lived in Tijeras, I was involved in one of the first motor tours with a group of Airstream Club members.
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