About Pilar

Pilar is a daughter of Northern New Mexico. She grew up in Ojo Caliente and attended Pojoaque High School, and has lived in Santa Fe for thirty-three years. Her father was a machinist and volunteer firefighter and served in the Navy. Her mom was a nurse and homemaker.

Pilar is a small business owner, long-time government relations consultant, professional mediator, and City Planning Commissioner. 

Pilar Faulkner: Your Advocate for the Southside

  • Owner, bizAcumen Advisory Group

  • Member, Santa Fe City Planning Commission, 2017-present

  • Chair, Policy Sub-Committee, Santa Fe Planning Commission, present

  • Advisor and Trainer, Southwest Santa Fe Advocates, 2018-present

  • Volunteer, Food Oasis Community Group, 2016-17

  • Volunteer, 1Santa Fe, 2016-17

  • Chair, City of Santa Fe Graffiti Task Force, 2008-09

  • Member, City of Santa Fe Transit Advisory Board, 2004-07

  • Graduate, Pojoaque High School

  • B.A., Business Administration, College of Santa Fe

  • Mediation Certification, Mediators Without Borders, CSU Global

  • Pursuing Masters Degree, CSU Global