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PRESS RELEASEinfo@convalt.com I www.convalt.comJune 16, 2026NEW YORK — Convalt Energy, Inc. ("Convalt") has entered into a binding Purchase and Sale Agreement ("PSA") with Gallup Land Partners ("GLP") for the planned development of an advanced manufacturing campus for the production of solar cells, solar modules, and solar glass with up to...Continue Reading

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Bruce ArmstrongDATE: April 16, 2026 EMAIL: bruce@gallupedc.comPHONE: (505) 722-2980Gallup, NM – Representing one of the Gallup area’s most ambitious economic development efforts, 13 leaders from the recently formed Gallup-McKinley TradePort Authority convened for a strategic retreat March 29–April 1 at the Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown. Board members...Continue Reading

Gov. Michelle Lujan GrishamCabinet Secretary Rob BlackDeputy Cabinet Secretary Isaac RomeroORD Director Karina ArmijoContact: Michelle SimonMichelle.Simon@edd.nm.gov(505) 439-2320FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:March 11, 2026Outdoor recreation drives $3.6 billion, 31,000 jobs in New MexicoState economy sees sustained growth in the sector, federal data showSANTA FE — New federal data show outdoor recreation contributed $3.6...Continue Reading

Gallup, NM - In Santa Fe on Friday, February 6th, the Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation (GGEDC) hostedits 2026 Economic Roundtable with the theme “What’s in the Financial Toolbox for Building our Economy?” The eventfeatured presentations and discussion by eight experts in the field of economic finance, organized into two...Continue Reading

A multi-year, multi-dimensional effort facilitated by Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation (GGEDC) has the City of Gallup and McKinley County in Northwest New Mexico on the cusp of reaching newfound economic potential. That’s the result of considerable thought and effort invested in developing a plan for the Gallup/McKinley County Regional...Continue Reading

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Bruce ArmstrongDATE: May 13, 2026 EMAIL: bruce@gallupedc.comPHONE: (505) 722-2980GALLUP, NM — Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation (GGEDC) recognized outstanding business and community leaders Wednesday during its Annual Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) Luncheon held at the Sala of Rocket Café in observance of 2026 Economic Development...Continue Reading

By Evan Williams, CEcD, Executive Director, Northwest New Mexico Council of GovernmentsAs Economic Development Week shines a national spotlight on the communities shaping tomorrow’s economy, Gallup, New Mexico stands at a pivotal moment—rooted in history, strategically positioned in the present, and driving forward into a globally connected future. The theme...Continue Reading

By Rose Eason, Executive Director of gallupARTSThe theme of this year’s Economic Development Week is “Driving Gallup Forward: The Route to Trade & Talent.” For Gallup, the route to trade and talent is not paved in gold, but painted in vibrant colors, beaded in intricate patterns, inlaid with turquoise and...Continue Reading

By Matt Robinson, Manager of Tourism & Marketing & the MainStreet Arts & Cultural District at the City of GallupNew Mexico has quickly become one of the most competitive film production hubs in the country, and Gallup is well-positioned to benefit from that momentum. With wide-open landscapes, rich cultural heritage,...Continue Reading

By JM DeYoung, Director, the New Mexico Small Business Development Center at UNM-GallupEconomic Development Week is a time to recognize the people, partnerships, and ideas that help communities grow stronger. In Gallup and throughout McKinley County, that growth is powered every day by small businesses: the restaurants, retailers, service providers,...Continue Reading

Gallup-McKinley County Schools Career PathwaysIn recognition of International Economic Development Week. Gallup and McKinley County are bringing together community partners to strengthen the connection between education, workforce, and industry along the Route 66 corridor. Gallup-McKinley County Schools is proud to support this effort and play a vital role in building...Continue Reading

By Matt Robinson, Manager of Tourism & Marketing and the MainStreet Arts & Cultural District at the City of GallupGallup’s historic downtown is a wonderful place to gather, celebrate, and enjoy community spirit. It has been tremendously enhanced thanks to the completion of Coal Street Commons between First and Third...Continue Reading

By Patty Lundstrom, CEcD, Executive Director, Greater Gallup Economic Development CorporationGallup, NM - Each year, Economic Development Week gives us a chance to reflect on where we’ve been—and where we’re going. In Gallup, our story has always been tied to movement. From the early days of the railroad to the...Continue Reading

From April 13 to 18, Executive Director Lundstrom met with members of the European Transatlantic Business & Investment Council (TBIC) as part of a foreign direct investment initiative to welcome European-based companies to invest in the Greater Gallup region.Pictured above is Executive Director Lundstrom with Matthias Beier, President and CEO...Continue Reading

From April 20 to 22, GGEDC attended the inaugural Nuclear in New Mexico Conference hosted by the Clean Energy Association of New Mexico at Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa.The event brought together experts and community leaders to explore how New Mexico is uniquely positioned to lead in clean energy,...Continue Reading

A powerful new initiative is helping position New Mexico for faster business growth and smarter investment. Through strategic planning and infrastructure alignment, the Site Readiness Program is reducing development timelines and giving companies the confidence to expand. Through its Site Readiness website, the New Mexico Economic Development Department is helping...Continue Reading

Growth does not happen by chance. It occurs through preparation. New Mexico’s Site Readiness Program is ensuring that communities have development-ready properties that attract high-quality employers. In the past year, the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has evaluated 47 development sites statewide, helping lead efforts to transform them into...Continue Reading

Expanding companies want certainty, speed, and quality infrastructure. New Mexico’s Site Readiness Program is delivering exactly that. By proactively preparing properties for development, the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) is helping communities compete for significant investments - view prospective sites on the EDD Site Readiness website.How does site preparation...Continue Reading

EDD has evaluated 47 sites, launched public map, established certification boardSANTA FE — Less than a year after the Site Readiness Act became law, the New Mexico Economic Development Department has evaluated 47 development sites statewide, launched a public site readiness map and established a new board to certify sites...Continue Reading

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board unanimously adopted regulations establishing the Clean Transportation Fuel Program, setting April 1 as the opening date for the Southwest's first clean fuel market.Signed into law by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham in 2024, the Clean Transportation Fuel Program is a market-based initiative...Continue Reading

SANTA FE, NM — In clear affirmation of New Mexico’s fiscal discipline and leadership, Moody’s Ratings has upgraded the state’s issuer rating to Aa1 from Aa2, placing New Mexico among the top-tier rated states in the country.  “This upgrade is the result of years of smart, disciplined budgeting and strategic...Continue Reading

McKinley County is redefining how people experience New Mexico’s high desert. With its Find Your JoyTM campaign, the county is celebrating its vast outdoor potential and reshaping how locals and visitors view the region. The program is critical to the entire region’s effort to drive economic development within the Outdoor...Continue Reading

The Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation has received the 2025 “Rural Project of the Year” award, recently announced by New Mexico IDEA, the statewide economic development professional association.According to IDEA, the Rural Project of the Year award “recognizes a collaborative project in a rural community having significant and measurable impact...Continue Reading

Adventure, culture, and opportunity converge for a unique experienceGallup, New Mexico, is rapidly earning recognition as a rising star in the American Southwest. Stunning landscapes, deep cultural roots, and an emerging outdoor economy combine to create something truly unique.Through strategic collaboration between the City of Gallup, the Navajo Nation, and...Continue Reading