Albuquerque, New Mexico — HR Consulting

Human-Centered Systems.
Built to Scale.

We help small and mid-sized businesses in New Mexico build the people infrastructure they need to grow with clarity, consistency, and confidence.

The Problem We Solve

Something isn't clicking.
We can help.

Great businesses. Hardworking owners. Growing teams.

And yet — employees disengaged. Roles unclear. Systems missing. Service suffering.

Not because you don't care. But because most business owners were never taught how to lead people well.

That's what we're here to change.

What We Offer

How We Help

A range of HR consulting services designed to meet your business where it is — and help it grow.

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HR Design & People Framework

Build the foundation your team needs: workplace standards, performance expectations, job descriptions, and accountability systems — designed for your business specifically.

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HR Compliance Foundation

Understand where your business stands on federal and New Mexico compliance requirements — and get a clear, prioritized plan to address any gaps.

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Team Development & Communication

Strengthen trust, improve communication, and help your team work together more effectively through guided facilitation and working style assessments.

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Leadership Foundations Advisory

Ongoing monthly advisory support for business owners who want a consistent thought partner for navigating people decisions and developing their leadership.

Why Umana Strategy Group

Practical. Personal. New Mexico Rooted.

We are not a national firm with a one-size-fits-all approach. We are Albuquerque-based HR consultants who understand the landscape here — the businesses, the people, the culture.

Our work is built around what actually helps: clear systems, honest conversations, and strategies that translate from paper into real practice.

We work with small to mid-sized organizations — from 5 to 200 employees — that are ready to move from reacting to building.

Meet the Team
Our Focus
People-first strategy that translates from paper into real, everyday practice.
Who We Serve
Small to mid-sized businesses — 5 to 200 employees — across New Mexico.
Our Commitment
Honest guidance, practical deliverables, and a long-term partnership mindset.
Our Home
Albuquerque, NM — rooted in the community we serve.

Our Ideal Partners

We work best with leaders who:

We serve growing organizations that are ready to move from figuring it out to building intentionally.

Value the human side of business
Are open to coaching and real change
Want long-term structure, not a quick fix
Understand that culture and systems require investment

We are not here to apply a bandage. We are here to help you build something that lasts.

Ready to build the foundation your business deserves?

Let's start with a conversation.

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Our Story

Rooted in New Mexico.
Built on People.

We started Umana Strategy Group because we believe every business — no matter the size — deserves more than a band-aid solution.

Why We Started This

We saw a pattern.

Great companies. Hardworking owners. Growing teams. And yet — something wasn't clicking. Employees disengaged. Managers overwhelmed. Systems missing. Service suffering.

Not because business owners don't care — but because many were never taught how to lead people well.

In New Mexico, especially, there is a real need for practical, strategic people guidance for small to mid-sized organizations. We believe businesses here deserve more than temporary fixes. They deserve structure, clarity, and leadership that actually works.

We are Albuquerque natives, originally from Roswell, New Mexico. We have been partners for nearly 12 years — in life and now in business. Partnership is something we understand deeply, and we bring that same commitment to every client relationship we build.

We built Umana Strategy Group to help organizations grow the right way — with people at the center.

The People Behind the Work

Meet Your Consultants

Martin Gallegos
Co-Founder & Principal Consultant
Strategy. Translation. Leadership Coaching.

Martin's strength isn't just knowing HR theory — it's translating it. And more than that, it's living it.

What sets Martin apart from a typical HR consultant is that he doesn't just advise from the outside. He consults by embodying the very values, practices, and leadership principles he brings to his clients. When he talks about accountability, culture, or what it means to lead people well — he is speaking from genuine experience, not a textbook.

His background spans the public sector, government contracting, and nonprofit organizations — environments where resources are limited, stakes are high, and people are everything. Across all of it, he has developed a rare ability to take what lives in policy manuals, leadership frameworks, and strategy documents and turn it into something real managers can actually use on Monday morning.

With over 15 years of diverse HR experience, Martin helps business owners and managers move from reactive problem-solving to proactive, intentional leadership. He doesn't just tell leaders what they should be doing. He walks alongside them through how to actually do it — and models what that looks like every step of the way.

His focus: clear expectations, strong culture, practical systems, accountable leadership.

Credentials
SHRM Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Master of Public Administration — Concentration in Human Resources
Certified in Team Building & Organizational Culture Development
15+ Years of Diverse HR Experience
Olivia Gallegos
Co-Founder & Chief Operations Officer
Operations. Systems. Strategic Execution.

Olivia brings operational structure to big ideas — and 15 years of experience to back it up.

Her background spans government operations at the county and state level, enterprise-level IT contract negotiations with major technology companies, and HR and labor relations work that includes navigating the complexities of union environments. What connects all of it is a consistent ability to build structure, manage complexity, and keep the people side of operations from being an afterthought.

She understands how large systems work — and more importantly, how to take those lessons and apply them to the growing businesses that need them most. She has sat across the table from big organizations, negotiated high-stakes agreements, and operated inside some of the most process-driven environments that exist. That experience translates directly into the clarity and rigor she brings to every client engagement.

Clients can expect honesty, directness, and a partner who treats their business with the same care she would her own. If something can be improved, she will say it. If there is a more efficient path forward, she will find it.

Credentials
Master of Business Administration — Concentration in Human Resources
B.S. — Double Major in Psychology & Sociology
15+ Years of Diverse Operations Experience

Who We Serve

Who We Work With

We serve small to mid-sized organizations — typically 5 to 200 employees — that are ready to move from figuring it out to building intentionally.

We work best with leaders who value the human side of business, are open to coaching and change, and want long-term structure rather than temporary relief.

We are not a quick fix. We are a long-term people partner.

Because when businesses lead well, employees show up differently. Service improves. Community strengthens. And New Mexico wins.

Want to learn more about how we work?

We'd love to connect.

Let's Talk

Reach Out

Let's Start a Conversation.

Whether you have a specific challenge in mind or just want to learn more — we would love to hear from you.

Contact Information

Emailinfo@umanastrategy.com
Websitewww.umanastrategy.com
LocationAlbuquerque, New Mexico
Instagram@umanastrategygroup
LinkedInumanastrategygroup

Send Us a Message

Thank you for reaching out. A member of the Umana Strategy Group team will be in touch within 1 to 2 business days. We look forward to connecting with you.

Not sure if we are the right fit? Reach out anyway. An honest conversation never hurts — and we will always point you in the right direction.