Richard K. Lara
About Richard K. Lara
Richard K. Lara serves as a Development Associate at DreamSpring, where he provides administrative support and assists in event planning. He has previous experience with Public Allies and the City of Albuquerque, and he holds an Associate's Degree in Communication from Central New Mexico Community College.
Work at DreamSpring
Richard K. Lara has been serving as a Development Associate at DreamSpring since 2018. In this role, he provides administrative support across all departments, assisting in the planning, prioritizing, organizing, and coordination of work with other support staff. He plays a key role in the planning and execution of organizational events and supports the client experience team. Additionally, he acts as an ambassador for DreamSpring, welcoming visitors and ensuring a high standard of customer service. He maintains confidentiality of all privileged information in his position.
Previous Experience
Before joining DreamSpring, Richard worked as a Public Ally and Capacity Builder at Public Allies from 2017 to 2018 for 11 months. He also served as a Special Events Intern in the Cultural Services Department at the City of Albuquerque in 2015 for 6 months. Prior to these roles, he worked as a Service Professional at Slate Street Cafe from 2014 to 2017 for 3 years. These experiences contributed to his skills in event planning, customer service, and administrative support.
Education and Expertise
Richard studied at Central New Mexico Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts in Communication from 2015 to 2021. He also completed a Certificate of Completion in Project Management during his studies from 2012 to 2015. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in communication and project management, which supports his current role at DreamSpring.