Tabatha Bennett

Tabatha Bennett has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Tabatha is currently the Chief Operations Officer at Apex Evaluation, where they focus on developing efficient processes, fostering collaboration, and ensuring successful project delivery. Prior to this, Tabatha worked as a Program Manager at Project ECHO and as an Evaluation & Sustainability Consultant at Rio Grande Community Development Corporation. Tabatha also has experience as an independent consultant, providing support in grant writing, strategic planning, and project management for non-profit organizations. Additionally, Tabatha owned Tabatha Bennett Yoga for six years and served as the Interim Executive Director of the New Mexico Breastfeeding Task Force. Tabatha'searly career includes roles as a Senior Community Initiatives Manager at Roadrunner Food Bank, Senior Event Manager at Kesselman-Jones, Inc., Freelance Photographer at The Daily Lobo - University of New Mexico, and Children's Theater Teacher at Popejoy Theater - University of New Mexico.

Tabatha Bennett earned a Diploma from West Mesa High School in 2003. Tabatha later attended The University of New Mexico, where they obtained a Bachelor's degree in University Studies with a focus on Communication & Journalism, Photography, and Theatre Education from 2003 to 2008. Tabatha then pursued a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Diversity Leadership, which they completed at The University of New Mexico from 2022 to 2025. Additionally, they hold certifications in Trauma Informed Yoga Training from Street Yoga in 2014 and 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training from Yoga Alliance in 2013.