SONM Area Directors, Local Coordinators, Heads of Delegations, Coaches, and Families:

The purpose of this letter is to share with you that I will be retiring at the end of June and want to thank you for everything you have done, are doing, and will continue to do on behalf of our athletes and the Special Olympics movement in New Mexico.

My 34 years as the Executive Director could not have been more meaningful or to be honest, more fun.  My being here was God’s choice, and even during the most challenging times over the years, I have thanked Him for bringing me not only to Special Olympics but to New Mexico.

For the work that has been done and the growth we have seen in the past three decades, equally meaningful to me has been the thousands of people I have gotten to know and work with.  Because our athletes tend to bring out the best in all of us, I have reaped the benefits of their ability to transform people through the joy of sport.

Leadership continuity has always been important to me.  Developing capable leaders on my staff, who are prepared to assume new roles, has served our organization well.  Special Olympics New Mexico has never been led by a single leader, but by capable staff who are aligned with our culture and rooted in our Core Values.  I am pleased to share with you that at the recommendation of the Special Olympics New Mexico Board of Directors Succession Committee, our Board of Directors has hired Christine Hidalgo as my replacement.

Over the past twenty-two years, as the Director of Development, Christine has worked closely with our Board of Directors, our donors, our Community Partners, Sponsors, and our athletes and families.  Her commitment to our athletes can be measured in the level of care and thoughtful consideration she has shown.  As hard as it is for me to imagine not doing this job any longer, I am confident that along with our staff, Christine will not only sustain our organizational success but lead SONM into the future with a vision that will ensure the best interest of our athletes and our organization.

For the friendship, kindness and support you have shown me, I will forever be grateful.  Special Olympics New Mexico has been my life’s work, and it has been a privilege to serve here.

Blessings to you,

Randy Mascorella