AREA CONTRIBUTOR NEWSLETTER
February 2024
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT & CEO | |
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Greetings,
AREA is launching into 2024 with a number of new services and resources - be sure to take advantage of them all, such as our online jobs board, and our new contributor services portal catalog. We are breathing new life into our Ambassadors program for an engaging year, and are partnering with organizations like the New Mexico Bioindustry Association for a significant, state-wide coordinated presence at the BIO International Convention in June.
Next month, AREA will host a visiting group of national site selection consultants. I invite you to attend our March 21 Investors Lunch to hear them discuss national trends and opportunities for greater Albuquerque in an engaging panel discussion moderated by Patrick Ethridge, Executive Editor at the Albuquerque Journal.
Finally, I am honored to share our 2023 Annual Report with all of you, which outlines our activities and most importantly the outcomes of our efforts as made possible by the tremendous support of our public and private contributors and partners. View the INTERACTIVE version for a more entertaining experience!
With gratitude,
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Danielle Casey, CEcD, EDFP | |
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NEW Investor Opportunity:
Share Your Services Overview
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AREA is the regional responder to 100 or more new prospective leads, and projects as well as expanding local businesses every year that are poised to make significant
investments in the market.
We have created a new online portal for our contributors and partners to upload Statement of Qualifications materials by category that are then shared in our unique, secure online proposal system with ALL client proposals so they can easily identify local providers, from general contractors, to accounting, to healthcare, and everything in between. Take advantage of this special feature!
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Supporter Spotlight
Thank you to our generous contributors
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Special Thanks to Continuing Advocate Supporters for Their Recent Contributions:
Amazon - Carlo, Inc. - Century Bank - Colliers International Albuquerque - Enterprise Builders Corp. - McKee Wallwork & Company - Peacock Law P.C. - Premiere Distributing Company - TLC Plumbing & Utility - Unite Private Networks - US Eagle Federal Credit Union
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IN THE NEWS: HEADLINE HIGHLIGHTS | |
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Cinelease Picks New Mexico for Major Expansion: Pending permitting approvals and incentive agreements, Cinelease in Albuquerque will invest $95 million into New Mexico, adding five soundstages and two ancillary buildings, essentially doubling its current space at 9201 Pan American Freeway NE, Albuquerque, 87113.
BlueHalo CEO says company expects continued Albuquerque investment after largest acquisition: BlueHalo, a major space player in U.S. government contracting work with a large presence in Albuquerque, announced Tuesday it struck a deal to acquire cyber intelligence and advanced research and development firm Eqlipse Technologies.
The New Mexico Partnership has published its 5th annual New Mexico Economic Development Magazine. Learn about the latest industries finding success in NM and discover the assets and advantages that continue in help businesses thrive and grow throughout New Mexico.
City of Albuquerque Announces New Agreement for Fiber-Optic Network: The City of Albuquerque has approved a license agreement with Gigapower, the first open access internet provider to invest in our area planning to install a fiber-optic network using City right-of-way.
Intel Opens Fab. 9 in New Mexico: The milestone is part of Intel’s previously announced $3.5 billion investment to equip its New Mexico operations for the manufacturing of advanced semiconductor packaging technologies, including Intel’s breakthrough 3D packaging technology, Foveros, which offers flexible options for combining multiple chips that are optimized for power, performance and cost.
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN
March Quarterly Event - a Luncheon!
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CALLING ALL AREA AMBASSADORS:
Apply Now and Join Our March Meeting
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Who are AREA Ambassadors?
AREA Ambassadors are goodwill representatives of the organization, aligned with its mission. They champion AREA’s cause of growing the economy of the greater Albuquerque region. Ambassadors are educated in economic development initiatives, strategies and priorities through workshops and forums. Through these programs, Ambassadors are able to speak firsthand of the work of AREA and can promote the greater Albuquerque area through an economic lens. FIND OUT IF YOU MEET THE REQUIREMENTS, AND APPLY TO SERVE TODAY!
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Commercial Center Land in New Mexico's Fastest Growing Retail Corridor
Fee simple property available for sale or lease
Up to 13.86 acres in an underserved trade area with a population of 120,000+. Entitled and fully improved commercial retail pads are located directly across from new Tesla showroom & dealership.
VIEW THE FULL LISTING
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601 Quantum Rd. NE-40 and Route 66 Casino
Vacant land on I-40 with interstate frontage and exceptional I-40 visibility on small parcels at the western entrance to the Albuquerque metro area. These sites are immediately east of Route 66 Casino and the Rio Puerco. Property is located in a HUB Zone!
VIEW THE FULL LISTING
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2024 AREA Economic Impact Outcomes
(since Jan. 1, 2024)
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Building Transformation Forum and TRUE Workshop | |
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On March 4 in Albuquerque, USGBC is hosting a half day Building Transformation Forum and Circular Economy TRUE Workshop. This interactive workshop will equip attendees with essential tools to revolutionize their waste management approach, transforming it into a commodity-driven, resource-centric, zero-waste plan that contributes to a circular economy both locally and globally.
TRUE Certification staff and distinguished guest speakers will cover key components of the TRUE Rating System: EPP purchasing, system and material redesign, financial benefits of achieving zero waste, practical examples of successful implementation, and more!
Workshop attendees will also receive $100 off the TRUE Advisor online course and exam. Scholarships are available. Please reach out to mountain@usgbc.org for more information.
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Opportunity Enterprise Revolving Fund:
Second Application Round is OPEN
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The Opportunity Enterprise program provides low-cost loans for building or renovation projects to increase the inventory of commercial facilities and achieve economic benefits for New Mexico. The New Mexico Finance Authority makes loans from the Opportunity Enterprise Revolving Fund to applicants whose projects were recommended by the Opportunity Enterprise Review Board.
Funds may be used for activities related to commercial facility development, including purchasing, planning, building, surveying, improving, operating, equipping or maintaining land, buildings or infrastructure.
The application round opened on January 16, 2024 and closes on March 1, 2024. Applications will be reviewed after the close on March 1, 2024.
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Upcoming Partner Workshops & Programs | |
SCORE February 27: Ask the Expert - Business Funding with Jennifer Thomas | |
MBDA February 28, 10 a.m.: The Corporate Transparency Act and You | |
March 5, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Innovate New Mexico Technology Showcase by UNM Rainforest, at the Event Center at Sandia Golf Club | |
Thank you to our contributors | |
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Diamond
Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)
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Platinum
University of New Mexico
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Gold
Albuquerque Journal • Bank of Albuquerque
Blue Cross Blue Shield of NM • Bradbury Stamm Construction • ExxonMobil
FRENCH Funerals & Cremations • Gridworks • Heritage Real Estate Company • Huning, LLC • Intel • Jaynes Construction • Mesa del Sol • NAI Sun Vista
New Mexico Gas Company • Nusenda Credit Union
Presbyterian Health Services • Summit Electric Supply Co.
Tamaya Ventures • Tempur Sealy • Titan Development • U.S. Bank
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Community Partners
City of Albuquerque • Bernalillo County • Town of Edgewood
Village of Los Lunas • City of Rio Communities • Sandoval County
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Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance
201 Third Street NW #1900, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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