SPPI Appoints Tim Eichenberg and Archana Pandey to Board of Directors

Albuquerque, NM—The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) announced today the appointment of two distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors: Tim Eichenberg, the current Bernalillo County Treasurer, and Archana Pandey, a seasoned fintech and operations executive. These appointments bring a powerful combination of public-sector fiscal expertise and private-sector financial innovation to the Institute’s leadership team.

Tim Eichenberg currently serves as the Bernalillo County Treasurer, overseeing county investments and ensuring fiscal accountability for taxpayer resources. Eichenberg previously served two terms as the State Treasurer of New Mexico and represented the 15th district in the New Mexico Senate. With decades of experience in public finance and governance, he has a long-standing reputation for transparency and sound financial stewardship.

Archana Pandey is a high-impact product and operations leader with extensive experience in fintech, lending, and financial services. Currently serving as a Director of Operations at Hive Financial Systems, Pandey has a proven track record of building scalable loan management systems and navigating complex regulatory environments. Her career is defined by a commitment to financial inclusion, human dignity, and the expansion of equitable access to economic opportunities through fair and inclusive financial systems.

“The addition of Tim Eichenberg and Archana Pandey represents a significant milestone for our organization,” said SPPI President Patrick M. Brenner. “Tim’s depth of experience in public finance and Archana’s expertise in financial innovation and operational excellence create a formidable leadership duo. Their combined insights will be invaluable as we work to improve access to financial systems and advocate for responsible economic policy.”

SPPI Vice Chairman Zachary Fort also praised the appointments, noting the balance of the new board members.“Treasurer Eichenberg has earned a reputation for results and professionalism in the public sector, while Archana brings a forward-thinking, analytical approach to financial services. Together, they reinforce our commitment to sound policy and the expansion of economic opportunity across the Southwest.”

“I strongly believe in the mission of the Southwest Public Policy Institute and am proud to be a part of its work,” said Pandey. “I look forward to collaborating with the board to advance financial systems that are fair, inclusive, and built on a foundation of human dignity.”

The Southwest Public Policy Institute is a think tank dedicated to improving the quality of life in the American Southwest by formulating, promoting, and defending sound public policy solutions. Our mission is simple: to deliver better living through better policy.

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