The University of New Mexico Business and Economic Summit

Please save the date and register for the 2025 University of New Mexico Business and Economic Summit. More details to be posted.

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Business Resource Center Monthly Office Hours 

Join us every 1st Monday of the Month, next one on December 3rd, from 9am to 12pm to . Our Partner Organizations - SBDC, APEX, Job Training Albuquerque, Small Business Office - will all be present available to answer any questions. Come drop by!

Join the SBA New Mexico District Office and the New Mexico Small Business Development Center for an interactive and informative webinar designed to help small business owners develop a comprehensive marketing strategy. We'll start with the fundamentals, covering key marketing concepts and theories. Then, we'll dive into the practical tools and resources you need to succeed.

Topics will include:

•  Key marketing principles and how to apply them to your business

•  Leveraging Google My Business and Google Sites to boost your online presence

• Utilizing Canva for effective visual marketing 

•  Accessing valuable marketing research resources to inform your strategy

Don't miss this opportunity to transform your marketing efforts and drive real results for your business.

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Understanding the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report
The Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report is a crucial component of the Corporate Transparency Act, requiring companies to disclose detailed information about their beneficial owners—including names, addresses, and identification numbers—to FinCEN. This initiative is designed to enhance transparency and combat financial crimes.

While the submission deadline has been canceled, it’s important for businesses to remain prepared for when reporting requirements resume. Join our workshop to learn about the BOI reporting process, best practices, and how to stay compliant given the final decision from the courts are still uncertain.

HYBRID option.

Workshop led by Steve Hogan.

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Southeast New Mexico Small Business Development Conference

Join the 2024 SE NM Business Development Conference on Deceber 18th in Roswell, an exciting day dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and business owners in Southeastern New Mexico to new levels of success! This conference will provide valuable insights and strategies to help you grow and succeed through booms and recessions!

Keynote Presentations by Industry Leaders; experts in Government Contracting, Virtual Selling, Financial Management, Strategic Sales Development, Human Resource Management, SBA 504 and 7A Loans, Business Planning, Strategic Planning and Execution, Entrepreneurship and beyond; Breakout sessions focusing on key areas of Business Management and Organizational Growth & Development; Networking Opportunities to Connect and Develop Referral Partners; Sponsor booths showcasing their opportunities in helping SE NM Grow.

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A six part training series designed to Empower small businesses and entrepreneurs

• Business Planning - September 20, 2024

• DIY - Licensing & Registering Your Business - October 4, 2024

• Business Cash Flow & Budgeting - October 18, 2024

• Marketing 101 - November 8, 2024

• Understanding Small Business Loan Options - November 22, 2024

• Social Media Strategies to Market Your Business Online - December 13, 2024

Networking and Lunch Included

More Information: Small Business Training Series | Linktree

Rainforest Forum - How UNM Technologies Find thier Start-up Team

Join us to hear from a panel of innovators and entrepreneurs that have teamed up to form a start-up company and work together in commercializing UNM technologies.

The UNM Rainforest Forum was created by the UNM Rainforest Innovations Board of Directors to bring together UNM and business community members to enhance and strengthen UNM’s role in economic development.

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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is excited to announce the upcoming Military Community Entrepreneurship Summit on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Museum in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

The SBA is dedicated to igniting change and driving action to help small businesses confidently start, grow, expand, and recover. As part of this mission, they’re offering this unique event tailored to veterans, service members, and military spouses.

This full-day summit is designed to provide military entrepreneurs with essential resources and information to successfully launch or grow their businesses. With a special focus on rural areas and opportunity zones, the summit will feature expert-led breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and success stories from veteran business owners.

​The summit will cover key topics, including:

• Access to capital and disaster preparedness

• Procurement readiness and SBA certifications

• Entrepreneurship opportunities in rural and underserved communities

This event is being hosted in close collaboration with local government, SBA resource partners, and other federal agencies to ensure you have access to the best possible guidance and support.
 
📆 Dates: December 3, 2024 @ 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. MDT
📍 Location: New Mexico Farm & Ranch Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Rd, Las Cruces, NM 88011
💲 Cost: Free
🗣 Intended audience: Service Members and their spouses. 

We invite you to join this impactful day of learning, connecting, and growing your business. To register for the event, please visit https://sbamilitarysummit24.eventbrite.com/.

Business Resource Center Monthly Office Hours 

Join us every 1st Monday of the Month, next one on December 3rd, from 9am to 12pm to . Our Partner Organizations - SBDC, APEX, Job Training Albuquerque, Small Business Office - will all be present available to answer any questions. Come drop by!

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Please join Deputy Under Secretary Morrissette for a conversation with Mahrinah Shije, Managing General Partner of Endemic Venture Capital, on investing in tribal digital economies to help fuel U.S. innovation. The webinar will also feature a special greeting from Councilman and Tribal Leader Dillon Shije, Pueblo of Zia in New Mexico.

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The New Mexico Healthy Workers Act - Facts and Implementation

Business owners are faced with a variety of rules and regulations with which they must comply to be successful. Among these are the evolving rules around Paid Sick Time in New Mexico.

During this important town all, a representative from the NM Department of Workforce Solutions will review the facts that business owners should know. An attorney from Snell Wilmer will provide practical tips and guidance helping business owners implement appropriate practices in the workplace.

Join this important session and empower yourself to succeed!

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Take Charge of Your Finances – Essential Skills for Business Growth!
Build a solid financial foundation for your business. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the crucial accounting principles and financial strategies that every business owner needs to succeed. Gain the confidence to make informed financial decisions and set your business up for sustainable growth.

What You'll Learn:

• Understanding financial statements and their significance

• Basic accounting principles tailored for small business owners

• Practical budgeting tips

Why You Should Attend:
Don’t leave your business’s financial future to chance. Reserve your spot now and start making smarter financial decisions!

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Introduction to Grants Workshop

This workshop will cover: 1) Grant Search, 2) Creative Ways to Tap into Public Funding, and 3) How to be Prepared for Federal Opportunities.

Presented by: The New Mexico Grants Administration (NMGA)

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Come out and Join us!

Small businesses will have the opportunity to learn the steps to have a federal contract. Presented by Wendy Ederer, consultant for over 10 years.

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Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions

Each fiscal year (FY) the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), as part of the Small Business Outreach Program, conducts ten sessions of 15-minute pre-arranged virtual meetings with small businesses. These Vendor Outreach Sessions (VOS) are conducted by DHS Small Business Specialists (SBS) from each operational contracting component and large businesses (“counselors”).  Four of the sessions are exclusively reserved for women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, small disadvantaged (including 8(a)), and HUBZone small businesses.  The VOS provide small businesses with the platform to discuss their capabilities and learn about DHS procurements and large business subcontracting and partnering opportunities, and business owners affected by the South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, and flooding. 

Meeting request opens October 3rd. More information here - https://www.dhs.gov/osdbu/small-business-vendor-outreach-sessions

Save The Date

This event will be a one-day summit held on October 12, 2024. There will be two sessions, the morning offered in English and the afternoon in Spanish, and lunch provided and open to all. The morning session from 9:00am to 12:00pm will be in English and will have presentations on federal and state contracting, a Hispanic business owner panel, and networking time with the resource tables. There will be lunch provided from 12pm-1pm with entertainment TBD. Then we will have a mirrored session from 1:00pm to 4:30pm all in Spanish.

Details to come

You’re Invited to the Grand Opening of the City of Albuquerque Business Resource Center!

Join Mayor Keller and the City of Albuquerque Economic Development Department for a Press Event and Open House at our new Business Resource Center! We are excited to unveil our new location, which will serve as the hub for both the City of Albuquerque Small Business Office and the New Mexico Minority Business Development Center. Celebrate with us at the grand opening, featuring special speakers, food trucks, and live music!

Register Here: NMMBDA Grand Opening

The world is full of coaches and mentors, but few are well-versed in supporting responsible business entrepreneurs. Mentoring companies committed to creating positive impact can be one of the most rewarding experiences for a seasoned and nuanced mentor.

Join transformation coach and bestselling author Ellen Petry Leanse and changemaker Kelly Resendez in a fireside chat to learn how a strong mentor-mentee relationship supports forward-thinking and values-driven innovation.

Questions addressed will include: What are key differences in mentoring responsible entrepreneurs? How do you lead and mentor for a sustainable future? What is the role of mentorship in cultivating a sustainable future for responsible business? How to find the right match between mentor and mentee?

BEYOND PROFIT is free with a suggested donation of $25 per attendee. Proceeds support UNM Anderson Center for Responsible Entrepreneurship and Creative Santa Fe.

More Information: Evolving Mentorship to Uplift Responsible Entrepreneurs

Register: Creative Santa Fe (neoncrm.com)

Getting Your First Federal Contract

Learn the tips and tricks to better position your business for obtaining contracts. With over 35 years of experience with contracting and grant experience, Shirley Bailey will share her knowledge and practical hands‐on application to provide what you need to know to enter and excel in obtaining Federal and State grants.

On this training you will learn about:

• Federal Contracting in NM

• Getting your First (and second, and third, and…..) Federal Contract

• Connecting your Business with the Government’s Business

More Information: ALB 2024 Getting Your First Federal Contract (wesst.org)

Register Here: Register (wesst.org)

Evolving Mentorship to Uplift Responsible Entrepreneurs

The world is full of coaches and mentors, but few are equipped to support responsible business entrepreneurs. Join transformation coach Ellen Petry Leanse and changemaker Kelly Resendez in a fireside chat moderated by UNM Innovation Academy Executive irector Robert Delcampo explore how strong mentor-mentee relationships foster values-driven innovation. They will discuss key differences in mentoring responsible entrepreneurs, leading for a sustainable future, and finding the right mentor-mentee match.
 
EVENING SESSION HIGHLIGHTS

Presentations by Ellen Petry Leanse and Kelly Resendez: Learn about Ellen’s and Kelly’s journeys and how their lives have intertwined and the impact they each create.

1. Interactive Fireside Chat with Ellen and Kelly: Gain practical insights and actionable strategies to upskilling your coaching skills and finding your right mentor/mentee match. This lively conversation is moderated by UNM Anderson Innovation Academy Executive Director Robert Delcampo.

2. Mix + Mingle: Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and policymakers. Enjoy a pre- and post-event wine reception with nosh during our networking portions. Connect to share ideas, gain new perspectives, and expand your network.

BEYOND PROFIT is free with a suggested donation of $25 per attendee. Proceeds support UNM Anderson Center for Responsible Entrepreneurship and Creative Santa Fe. Session is open to all, however registration is required.

The SBA Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience (ODR&R) will provide an overview of SBA disaster assistance available to businesses, homeowners, renters, and nonprofits impacted by the New Mexico South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, & Flooding declared disaster. FEMA, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), New Mexico Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), and the New Mexico Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC) will also provide their resources available. Other guest speakers from federal and state government agencies may also present on resources they can provide. Guest speakers vary by session. 

📆 Bi-weekly, every other Tuesday at 1:00 pm MT, starting July 30, 2024 
📍 Location: Virtual/Online (MS Teams) - See link below.
💲 Cost: Free
🗣 Intended audience: Everyone

• Homeowners, renters, nonprofits, and business owners affected by the South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, and flooding. 

• Government agencies/departments or anyone who can assist with disseminating the information to the public

• Private/public businesses, nonprofits, etc. 

• Media/Press

Hosted/Presented by: The SBA New Mexico District Office (NMDO)
 
Note: Similar information will be presented in all the webinar sessions, however, updates will be provided as changes arise, and guest speakers and resources may be added or removed depending on availability.
Important: Registration is NOT required. Click the link a few minutes before the webinar's start time to join.

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Come out and Join us!

Small businesses will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with buyers from various agencies and be able to promote your business. Agencies confirmed: City of Albuquerque Purchasing Department, Sandia Labs, Los Alamos Labs, UNM, Forest Service (IT Purchasing), Cooperative Educational Services, State of New Mexico Purchasing, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Airforce Research Labs, Rio Rancho Public Schools, and many more.

8:00am-8:30am - Registration and Networking

8:30am-11:30am - “Speed Dating” sessions, roundtable meeting with agencies, 20 minutes with each agency

11:30am-12pm - Networking

Register here: Procurement Matchmaking Roundtable Registration Form (Hispano Chamber/MBDA) (google.com)

Tap into Exports: Navigating UK & EU Regulations for Wine & Beer

DATE: Webinar takes place Monday, September 23, 2024 from 2-3 PM MT

DESCRIPTION: Tap into Exports 🍺🍷: Learn how to navigate the complex regulations and requirements for exporting wine and beer to the UK and EU markets. Discover essential permits, health and safety standards, labeling guidelines, and more. Register today for the September 23 webinar! Organized by the NM Trade Alliance, New Mexico Economic Development Department, and NM STEP Grant.

REGISTER HERE - Registration Page 

Celebramos el mes de la herencia Hispana: Salud financiera para la comunidad

Acompáneños para informarse sobre diferentes recursos relacionados con la salud financiera, incluyendo presentaciones detalladas a cont inuacion y mesas informativas con recursos comunitarios.

Taquería Azteca nos acompañará para vender comida y estaremos regalando boletos para que reciban dos tacos grat is las primeras 10 0 personas que part icipen en las presentaciones.

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Are you interested in starting or growing your own business?

Are you interested in discovering more about Job Training Albuquerque (JTA), which provides FREE training for high-demand skills to Albuquerque's Small Business Workforce?

Connect with over 20 organizations that can help develop your business including lenders, marketers, and more.

The resource and networking event is FREE, and the first 100 attendees will receive a free voucher to an on-site local food truck! You don't need a ticket to attend, just show up to the event and we'll check you in!

Register: Events | ABQ Economic Development (abqedd.com)

DBEs and small businesses in the transportation construction and design industry VIRTUALLY connecting and with project-focused entities.

The NMDOT STAR virtual Opportunity Fair is a lively, virtual, fast-paced tradeshow-style event in collaboration with NM APEX, NCAIED APEX, and NM MBDA.

Meet face-to face with NMDOT, APEX and MBDA representatives, Primes, private industry, and representatives from a variety of procuring government agencies. This free event is a special opportunity for DBEs and other small businesses in the transportation construction and design industry.

Register on this site (Events | NMDOT STAR Program) to be

• an attendee or

• a table host to share information on how small businesses can work with your organization

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Join for any or all of the Opportunity Fair between 7:30 am-12:00 pm (NM Time). Agenda details will be added here once available.

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For questions:

Contact Michelle Fulcher (event manager), Organized Affair, at phone (505) 395-6434 or email michelle@organizedaffair.com.

NMDOT STAR

Event Organizer

The New Mexico Department of Transportation continually strives for greater positive impact in our community. To that end, the NMDOT STAR program was created with five points of emphasis:AccessWe will provide you increased Access to resources, NMDOT support, other small businesses and industry leaders.EducationWe will offer Educational programs and information on industry topics and business skills to increase your knowledge and success.NetworkingWe will identify and create varied and unique Networking opportunities enabling you to build your relationships and reputation.OpportunitiesWe will communicate with you about Opportunities including new projects, resources, tools and events to help your business.ToolsWe will find, create and make available Tools to help you build your business and sustain your success.

The SBA Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience (ODR&R) will provide an overview of SBA disaster assistance available to businesses, homeowners, renters, and nonprofits impacted by the New Mexico South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, & Flooding declared disaster. FEMA, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), New Mexico Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), and the New Mexico Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC) will also provide their resources available. Other guest speakers from federal and state government agencies may also present on resources they can provide. Guest speakers vary by session. 

📆 Bi-weekly, every other Tuesday at 1:00 pm MT, starting July 30, 2024 
📍 Location: Virtual/Online (MS Teams) - See link below.
💲 Cost: Free
🗣 Intended audience: Everyone

• Homeowners, renters, nonprofits, and business owners affected by the South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, and flooding. 

• Government agencies/departments or anyone who can assist with disseminating the information to the public

• Private/public businesses, nonprofits, etc. 

• Media/Press

Hosted/Presented by: The SBA New Mexico District Office (NMDO)
 
Note: Similar information will be presented in all the webinar sessions, however, updates will be provided as changes arise, and guest speakers and resources may be added or removed depending on availability.
Important: Registration is NOT required. Click the link a few minutes before the webinar's start time to join.

 Click here to join the webinar