During the 2026 New Mexico Recreation and Parks Association's State Conference in Hobbs, Steve Sauceda's session, "Mind Matters: Changing the Mental Health Conversation at Work", was one of our conference's most popular sessions. This was Steve's fourth time to present at our State Conference and just like previous conferences, Steve's session this year was very engaging, insightful, highly participative, and very educational. Thanks Steve, for making our 2026 State Conference a huge success!

Doug McDaniel
President
New Mexico Recreation and Parks Association

We had the pleasure of hosting Steve Sauceda twice, and both experiences were fantastic! Steve first joined us to speak to our faculty and staff about generational leadership. He brought great energy, humor, and practical insight that really connected with each of us. He later returned to speak about mental health awareness, where his genuine and compassionate approach helped create an open and meaningful conversation to not only the campus but to the entire community.

Steve has a natural ability to connect with people, make important topics approachable, and keep an audience engaged. He brings authenticity, positivity, and a great sense of humor to everything he does. We truly enjoyed having Steve on our campus and would highly recommend him to any organization looking for a speaker who will inspire, engage, and make a lasting impact.

Kim Biggs
Director, Title Grants
Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell

Steve Sauceda was a fantastic addition to the pilot foreman leadership training class at IPS. During his engaging two-hour session, Steve helped our foremen understand the importance of having difficult conversations and how to approach them as leaders. Our team actively participated throughout the training, and their feedback afterward was overwhelmingly positive about both Steve’s engaging approach and what they learned. We’re grateful for the impact he made on our first class and look forward to welcoming him back for many more!

Brittany Regalado
Director of Human Resources
IPS, Inc.

Steve's session, CSI: Conflict. Strategy. Impact. – Turning Tough Talks into Progress, equipped HR professionals with practical, immediately applicable tools for managing workplace conflict. His engaging delivery and actionable guidance made this a valuable learning experience for attendees at the 2026 SNMSHRM Employment Law Update.

Dawn Leake
President
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - Southern New Mexico

Thank you to our keynote speaker, Steve Sauceda at the Literacy Summit. He was funny, engaging, and full of strong workforce development data and message. I received very positive feedback from attendees, and I’ll definitely be asking him back for another keynote.

Robert Cedillo
Executive Director
Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin

The training provided a strong balance of strategic thinking, self-awareness, and actionable leadership practices. The facilitator's expertise, engaging delivery style, and ability to connect with participants created a highly impactful learning experience. I highly recommend this program to organizations seeking meaningful leadership growth.

Denise Wilcox
Vice President, Human Resources & Corporate Security
New Mexico Gas Company

Steve Sauceda's presentation on generational differences was not only thoroughly enjoyed by the ENMU-Roswell faculty and staff, but more importantly, it provided a powerful touchstone for understanding how our unique life experiences shape our worldview. By reframing diverse perspectives as a gift versus an obstacle, his insights genuinely empowered our team to be thoughtful about working together with greater empathy and connection.

Craig Leager, Ed.D
Vice President, Academic Affairs and Student Affairs
ENMU-Roswell

During a recent survey of our staff concerning their professional development needs, generational differences ended up top on the list. Due to this, we brought Steve Sauceda in to give a presentation on the topic and wow, it was a hit. Not only was it informative, it was VERY engaging. His presentation style combined with the information he shared really helped our team understand how to connect, communicate, and work side by side with others from a different generation. We have a very diverse workforce of all ages, and everyone truly enjoyed the presentation and appreciated what they learned. THANKS STEVE and we will definitely be having you back for future staff development events.

Chris Gable
Division Director and OSHA Training Institute Education Center Director
TEEX

We were thrilled to have Steve Sauceda as the keynote speaker for our End‑of‑Year Meeting. Steve brought an incredible level of authenticity and relatability that effectively connected with our team. His message was not only encouraging but also perfectly aligned with the heart of our organization as we wrapped up the year and prepared for the next.

Rachel Overman
Chief Operating Officer
Insignia Hospitality Group

Through laughter and insight, Steve Sauceda creates an atmosphere where people feel comfortable about not only learning, but sharing their true feelings about the organization they work for, good or bad.  This is invaluable unfiltered feedback, which normally we would not receive, and it enables those in the organization's structure to become aware of problems, resentments, or pride and happiness in working for that organization.  Steve's talks are as good for management and leaders as they are for employees.

David Miranda
City Manager
City of Lovington

Steve’s training was so impactful for our group. He connected seamlessly with our staff, volunteers, partners, and board, helping bridge generational differences while strengthening communication, collaboration, and leadership across our organization. His authentic, engaging approach left a lasting impact on how we work together and serve our community.

Megan Gallegos
Executive Director
CASA of Lea County

We invited Steve to speak to our administrative group. He was AWESOME! He kept our team engaged and helped us all to be open-minded and see things in different perspectives. We had positive feedback from all who attended!

Perla Mojica
HR Director
Lucky Family of Excellence

The staff at United Way of Lea County would like to thank Steve so much for the insightful generation training. With a team that spans four different generations, it was eye-opening to see how experiences, learning styles, and age influence perspectives and responses. His session gave us practical ways to better understand, communicate, and appreciate each other as we work together. It was a very valuable training, and we look forward to more in the future.

Becca Titus
CEO
United Way of Lea County

We were fortunate to have Steve Sauceda deliver a powerful presentation on Implementing and Managing Change. His message resonated deeply with our staff as he addressed the very changes we were facing – from shifts in upper management to the changes in our own department. He not only helped us reflect on how those transitions were affecting us, but also provided practical strategies on how we could adapt and move forward together. His insights and engaging style left a lasting impact, equipping our team with tools to navigate change with resilience and purpose.

Amie Baeza
Director
Lea County Justice Services

We thoroughly enjoyed the session and gained invaluable insights into leadership, team building, and so many other skills Steve shared with us. His enthusiasm and energy are contagious, and the team-building exercises he led continue to resonate with us daily. Our staff has been talking about the techniques he introduced and how much they’ve benefited from the experience. They’re already asking when we can bring him back! It’s clear that his approach makes a lasting impact, and we look forward to having him back again in the future.

Sheila Babb
CEO
Safety & Environmental Solutions, Inc.

Steve’s presentation in Artesia was both positive and engaging. His message resonated deeply with the audience and kept everyone connected from start to finish. We are grateful for the encouragement and insight he shared with our community.

Sandra Borges
Executive Director
PY Foundation

Steve is a dynamic speaker with an exceptional talent for bringing in the audience and engaging active participants. Through metaphors, humor, and practical tools, Steve created a learning environment about leadership and management that was not only impactful but also enjoyable for our program. He is someone you just want to continue to bring back over and over again.

Jolene Beaty
Organizational Development Specialist
SIMCO, LLC

We had the pleasure of hosting Steve Sauceda for a leadership training session focused on generations in the workplace and navigating difficult conversations. The presentation was insightful, engaging, and immediately applicable to our daily leadership challenges. Steve brought a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience that resonated across all levels of our team.

April Heidenreich
Chief Nursing Officer
Three Crosses Regional Hospital

Our 3rd Annual Literacy Summit in Midland, Texas, started with Steve Sauceda’s keynote address. He spoke about the power of adult literacy, and his words shed light on the transformative impact of adult education and gave us all a renewed sense of purpose and urgency! Literacy is a pathway to empowerment, confidence, and opportunity, and Steve delivered that message on point! Attendees at the conference felt inspired by his message that resonated deeply, reminding us that literacy is life-changing. Adelante!

Letticia Martinez
Executive Director
Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin

Steve brought his contagious energy to our all-hands leadership team meeting. Teaching us all about “Generations in the Workplace,” he had everyone engaged, learning, and laughing! It was a memorable experience for everyone, and I highly recommended this session for organizations and leaders looking to understand and appreciate the unique challenges of our multi-generational workforce.

Melody Shulse
Director of Talent Development & Training
Kodiak Gas Company