City of Albuquerque Economic Development Department

Come to our Speed #Mentoring for Entrepreneurs event on March 14 at the Q Station for an engaging and innovative way to gather advice from ActivateNM's #founder mentors! Thank you to the City of Albuquerque Economic Development Department for sponsoring this event. Join us afterwards for the NM EiD Showcase event! Learn more and register for this FREE event here: https://loom.ly/wwHE-Tg #startup #smallbusiness #entrepreneur

?? Learn about using the graphic design application, Canva, for creating materials for your business, like slide decks, flyers, business cards, and more! Join us Wednesday, March 26, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. via Zoom for this free and informative event.

Calling all vendors! Be part of our Mother’s Day Pop-Up event and showcase your products to last-minute shoppers looking for the perfect gift! This is a great opportunity to connect with the community and boost your sales. ?? Saturday, April 26, 2025 ? 10 am – 2 pm ?? Business Resource Center 700 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 ??https://ow.ly/kRva50V4GZe #OneAlbuquerque #EconomicDevelopment #ShopLocal

The 2024 Balloon Fiesta soared to new heights! ??With 838K+ guest visits (73% from out of state), it brought $216M in total economic impact, including $127M in direct spending and $68M in wages. Tourism fuels our economy! #BalloonFiesta #OneABQ

?? Join Sandia National Laboratories for their Business Opportunities Fair on March 6, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect, share insights, and engage in meaningful discussions. By registering, you’ll gain access to a variety of breakout sessions, an expo hall, networking opportunities, and valuable resources designed to help grow your business. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today! ??? Thursday, March 6, 2025 ? 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ?? 2101 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110 ?? https://lnkd.in/gQPsUQ-a City of Albuquerque Economic Development Department

"Great workshop this morning—I learned a lot! I'm stuck on a couple things in my business, and your workshop gave me valuable ideas and exercises to help get me un-stuck." – Steve Sponseller, Strategic IP Solutions, LLC Workshops at the Business Resource Center give small business owners the tools they need to thrive. See what’s coming up at abqedd.com/events!

At City of Albuquerque Economic Development Department, we know that #exporting is a critical driver of #economicgrowth, and ensuring that all businesses—including those in underserved trade areas—have access to global markets is essential to Albuquerque’s success. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, but to truly thrive, they need the opportunity to expand beyond local and regional markets. That’s why we’re excited to welcome the Indalecio Vallejos with U.S. Department of Commerce/International Trade Administration and Celeste Nu?ez Salcido with the New Mexico Trade Alliance to the Business Resource Center for an important discussion on exporting opportunities for underserved trade areas. With the new presidential administration bringing potential policy shifts, now is the time for businesses to understand how these changes could impact their ability to grow internationally. This session is a must-attend for businesses looking to tap into new markets, navigate #tradepolicies, and gain the resources they need to compete globally. #EconomicDevelopment isn’t just about local investment—it’s about positioning our businesses for success on a global stage. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve! RSVP today and learn how your business can break into international trade. https://lnkd.in/gRw4vQsm

Hey All, Do you have a lot of ideas floating around in your head that you are excited about but need a way of organizing them? Don't forget about CNM Ingenuity's awesome FREE perk thanks to the City of Albuquerque Economic Development Department! Fill out your LeanCanvas for FREE today!?https://lnkd.in/dWneEByu

??? Join us on the 1st Monday of every month from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Business Resource Center (700 4th Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102) for special office hours featuring NM MBDA partner organizations, including the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), APEX, Job Training Albuquerque (JTA), Veteran’s Business Outreach Center (VBOC), and the City of Albuquerque Economic Development Department's Small Business Office! We hope to see you there! Find more info and events at nmmbda.com/events.

We need your help to improve Albuquerque’s workforce! The Workforce Leadership Academy equips local leaders with the tools to drive change. In partnership with the Aspen Institute and CNM, this eight-month program strengthens workforce ecosystems and boosts economic opportunity. ?? Apply now to become a Workforce Leadership Academy Fellow! ?? abqedd.com/wla #OneAlbuquerque #WorkforceLeadership #EconomicDevelopment