Synthia Jaramillo: Our Businesses Need to Reflect Our City’s Diversity
By Synthia Jaramillo, Director of Economic Development, City of Albuquerque | September 27, 2018 Albuquerque’s rich history and cultural diversity are unrivaled—they are what make us special. And as the City of Albuquerque’s first woman and first Latina Economic Development Director, it’s an honor to be part of this history. When Mayor Keller appointed me as the City of Albuquerque’s …
Michelle Melendez – On Hispanic Heritage Month: The Complex Intersections of Race, Culture, History and Economy
By Michelle Melendez, Director of Equity and Inclusion, City of Albuquerque | September 27, 2018 Albuquerque’s rich history and cultural diversity are unrivaled—they are what make us special. And as the City of Albuquerque’s first woman and first Latina Economic Development Director, it’s an honor to be part of this history. When Mayor Keller appointed me as the City of …
Three Sisters Kitchen: Boosting the Food Economy One Biscochito at a Time
September 6, 2018 By 2030, the population of New Mexicans aged 65 and over will more than double. That will give us the fourth largest 65+ population in the country, with more people aged 65 and over than under 18. These statistics beg the question: “Who will care for NM’s aging population?” Knowing one in four caregivers is an immigrant, …
It’s Not Just Beer at Bow & Arrow – A Brewery Linking Indigenous Culture, Community
September 4, 2018 By 2030, the population of New Mexicans aged 65 and over will more than double. That will give us the fourth largest 65+ population in the country, with more people aged 65 and over than under 18. These statistics beg the question: “Who will care for NM’s aging population?” Knowing one in four caregivers is an immigrant, …
The Fastest Growing Industry in New Mexico Is Not Tech – It’s Home Health
By Andrea Plaza, Executive Director, Encuentro New Mexico | August 14, 2018
How to Boost Economic Prosperity: Hire an Intern
By Tony Monfiletto, Future Focused Education Director | August 14, 2018
How the Keller Administration is Catalyzing Change in the Economy
July 31, 2018 It takes a lot to create a successful business: capital, relationships, talent, connections and guidance. Some people have this knowledge and these connections right out of the gate. But most don’t—and this often keeps them from going all-in on their idea. ABQid and WESST have served thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs by providing training, mentoring, connectivity, and capital …
What Racial Equity Takes – An interview with Erika Bernabei
July 31, 2018 Q: How can city dollars support homegrown businesses? A: People don’t realize all the things the government buys. Most people are aware of our multi-million dollar construction projects. But we also spend money on smaller things. We get our carpets cleaned, we have plants, we buy coffee. When we purchase locally, consistently, we use the buying …