Economic Development News
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
New Mexico Minority Business Development Agency Business Center Receives Diverse Business Leader Award
Recognized for work helping minority-owned businesses thrive in New Mexico.
Job Training Albuquerque Exceeds 1,000 Worker Participation Mark, Grows Workforce by 655 Jobs
Over 200 Albuquerque small businesses have participated since JTA launched in 2020.
Albuquerque Economic Development Department Recognized with Six Prestigious International Awards
Awards highlight efforts in workforce development, small business support, and film.
City Celebrates Solar Reshoring to Albuquerque
Keller Administration Welcomes Historic Billion Dollar Solar Manufacturing Investment
Albuquerque Announces Sister City Partnership with Kharkiv, Ukraine
Relationship will foster mutual support, promote humanitarian outreach and assistance.
Albuquerque Film Office Opens Public-Facing Space Downtown
New location in the Convention Center will help connect film community to resources.
New Mexico Business Leaders Visit Rail Yards, Visualize Development Possibilities
New Mexico Amigos gather to discuss Albuquerque’s future and the role of the Rail Yards.
Job Training Albuquerque Grows Construction-Focused Offerings, Helps Local Businesses Add 544 Jobs
JTA now offering over ten construction industry courses to support key local industry.
Action! Rail Yards will soon be home to New Mexico Media Academy
Academy will be a job training and development hub for expanding local entertainment industry.
City’s Workforce Development Program Helps Over 350 Local Job Seekers
Grant-funded initiative boosted careers in the early childhood sector
City Changes Local Economic Development Act to Help Small and Medium Companies
Smaller local businesses will now have easier access to LEDA funding for sustained growth.
City approves LEDA funding to aviation industry pioneer, Universal Hydrogen
Plan to create at least 500 jobs, opportunities for training and development for locals.
Albuquerque’s Energy Grid Gets Major Capital Investment
New Mexico’s Energy Storage System Paves Way for a Green Future.
City approves LEDA funding to local manufacturer, Craftworks
Craftworks will add 20 good-paying jobs in Albuquerque and double their manufacturing facility.
Shop Small, Love Local
City and community leaders join forces to promote local holiday shopping and events.