Economic Development News
Albuquerque and Mexican Consulate Strengthen Ties Through Subnational Diplomacy
Albuquerque and Chihuahua Mark 55 Years as Sister Cities
New Fellows Poised to Drive Workforce Innovation
Aspen Institute partners with City to elevate local workforce leaders through Workforce Leadership Academy
Defend ABQ: City Standing Up for Minority Businesses as Federal Cuts Continue
City commits to keeping Business Resource Center doors open for local entrepreneurs
Vacant Manufacturing Facility to be Restored
A $6.5 million dollar investment will revive the facility and boost neighborhood revitalization
Workforce Leader Recognized for Advancing Job Training in Albuquerque
New Mexico IDEA awarded the 2025 Staff Achievement Award to Justin Hilliard for his work with Job Training Albuquerque
Business Owners Recover Vandalism Costs
87 business owners received grants to repair 210 broken windows
City Moves Forward with Plan to Increase Military Housing
Project to address housing shortage for military members and boost the economy
Shine Bright and Shop Local This Holiday Season
City encourages everyone to support small businesses, offers free two-hour parking.
City Helps Drive New Mexico to Top 10 for Minority-Owned Businesses
Lending Tree ranks New Mexico 8th in the nation, surpassing other minority-majority states
City Hosts Small Business Resource Fair to Help Entrepreneurs Thrive
More than 30 organizations will be on hand to offer expertise and guidance
Job Training Albuquerque Fuels Creation of Over 1,100 Jobs
City’s workforce program continues to grow, impacting local businesses and employees with over 2,000 enrollments and $50 million in added earning power
City Grant Helping Business Owners Recover Vandalism Costs
36 local businesses have received grants, more funding available
City of Albuquerque Opens Business Resource Center
Business Resource Center will house the New Mexico Minority Business Development Agency and the Small Business Office in Barelas
City’s Small Business Office Receives Entrepreneurial & Small Business Development Award
Small Business Office recognized for empowering local entrepreneurs
Kairos Power to expand New Mexico operations, create 100 jobs
Company to build salt production, two fuel development lab facilities
City Hosts Small Business Resource Fair to Help Entrepreneurs Thrive
More than 30 organizations will be on hand to offer expertise and guidance
Window to Opportunity: City Offering Grants to Help Local Businesses Affected by Vandalism
$200,000 in funds available to reduce cost of window replacement and repair
City and State Land Office Collaborate to Help New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Expand
The project will improve campus safety, help school serve more families
Albuquerque Celebrates Netflix Expansion
Netflix Studios' expansion means direct investment in the local economy, job creation
Job Training Albuquerque Expands to Include In-Demand Hospitality Courses
New training programs will include restaurant and management certifications
City Hosts Small Business Resource Fair to Help Entrepreneurs Thrive
More than 30 organizations will be on hand to offer expertise and guidance
New Mexico Minority Business Development Agency Opens Two New Business Centers
New locations bring essential resources to businesses in rural and Southern New Mexico
Action! Mesa Film Studios Coming to the West Mesa
City to collaborate with seasoned production development team on state-of-the-art film studio
Get Ready for the Return of Food Truck Fridays!
Community favorite initiative supports local food trucks, brings life to Downtown
Cinelease Picks New Mexico for Major Expansion
Company plans to invest $95 million in Albuquerque facility, add 5 soundstages
Film Future Taking Shape at the Rail Yards
Construction underway for world-class film training center in Albuquerque
City of Albuquerque Helps Local Entrepreneurs Succeed with Small Business Resource Fair
More than 30 organizations will be on hand to offer resources and guidance
City of Albuquerque Participating in National League of Cities Reengagement Network to Connect Youth to Successful Pathways
Initiative will provide expert guidance and assistance to build programs and support systems to keep youth engaged
Job Training Albuquerque Receives Workforce Champion of the Year Award
Program has trained over 120 people, helping individuals and businesses succeed
Shop Small, Love Local
City and community leaders come together to kick off holiday “Buy Local” season, promote local shopping events