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About Us

Painted across the stark yet vibrant New Mexican landscape, the ocotillo plant is more than just a striking desert feature; it is a symbol of strength, adaptability, and surprising beauty that persists even in challenging conditions. 

 

Much like the ocotillo thrives against the odds, our approach to training is rooted in cultural responsiveness and the belief that meaningful growth can flourish anywhere. We weave community insights with innovative strategies to empower individuals, teams, and organizations through responsive and engaging professional development training. Every service we offer is designed to cultivate leadership, enhance cultural humility, and foster long-term transformation.

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With expertise in Motivational Interviewing (MI), Leadership, Organizational Culture, Public Health, Community Outreach, Community Health Work, Classroom Education and Curriculum Design, DEI, Adult Learning Theory, Communication and other "Soft Skills", and much more, we are excited to find a way that our training services can best meet your needs. Thank you for visiting us today!

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ROOTED IN EQUITY. GROWING CHANGE.

We meet you and your team where you are in order to deliver lasting results from meaningful trainings.

Our Approach

At Ocotillo Training and Consulting LLC, we craft Customized Training Solutions that address your unique needs. Our flexible services include:

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  • Needs Assessment: We conduct in-depth evaluations to identify strengths, pinpoint gaps, and uncover growth opportunities, forming the cornerstone of a tailored training strategy.

  • Curriculum Development & Design: Our team designs engaging, culturally attuned curricula—from initial concept to final execution—ensuring every learning experience is effective and relevant.

  • Live & Virtual Training Facilitation: Whether in-person or online, our interactive sessions are designed to captivate and empower your team, fostering real connection and measurable outcomes. 

  • Engaging Content: We believe in co-creating learning with our audience through team building, engaging activities, hands-on practices, real-world scenarios, and immediately applicable practice.

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To explore Customized Training Solutions, click here for our online Consultation booking form to schedule a free consultation!

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In addition to customized training solutions, we also have several flat-rate Preplanned Trainings that are immediately available to schedule following your availability. To explore our Preplanned Training options, please look at our Preplanned Trainings page.

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Who We Serve:

Our Partners in Change

Ocotillo Training and Consulting LLC is proud to serve the organizations at the heart of local New Mexican communities. We work with individuals and teams at:

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  • Nonprofits: Enhancing impact through innovative training and capacity-building strategies.

  • Community-Based Organizations: Supporting grassroots initiatives with culturally resonant practices and outreach expertise, including Motivational Interviewing (MI).

  • Educational Institutions: Empowering schools and colleges to develop future leaders through dynamic, responsive curricula.

  • Local Governments: Enabling agencies to deliver high-quality public service through focused, culturally informed training.

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By working alongside you to understand your unique needs, we deliver customized solutions that empower you to achieve sustainable, transformative change.

Why Ocotillo?

Our approach offers several advantages over other training and development options:

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Local

Based in Albuquerque and serving New Mexico, we bring unique local awareness and will travel to you to offer in-person trainings. Virtual options are also available.

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Safe

We understand that learning is vulnerable, so we create safe training spaces for all people. Our facilitators are trained in anti-racism and honor diverse needs.

Customized

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Our flexible approach allows us to work with you one-on-one to refine training plans before delivery to ensure we are meeting your needs.

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Affordable

The "big names" in the field cost big bucks. We work with you directly to negotiate a unique scope of work and price arrangement. 

Flexible

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Whether you need a one-off preplanned training or a long-term customized training plan, we can accommodate both your learners and your budget.

Community-Based

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Our trainings are informed by the principles and practices of Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR); we work alongside you. 

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