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15 Organizations Receive Economic Development Grants

Thursday, July 15, 2021

State Funds Projects That Demonstrate Jobs Creation SANTA FE, N.M. – Nearly $260,000 has been awarded to 15 local economic development organizations through LEADS, Local Economic Assistance & Development Support, the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced today. Grant amounts ranged from $7,400 to $25,000 and funding is provided on a cost reimbursement basis. Funding provided through LEADS is intended to create jobs through recruitment, retention, expansion, and startup activities; develop the tax base; and provide incentives for business development. “LEADS is an important program because it allows us to invest in strong initiatives and collaborate with local communities as we work together to creat...

Michael Sage Honored with NMIDEA Award

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Gallup, NM – Michael Sage, Deputy Director for Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation (GGEDC), recently received the Developer of the Year Award at the NM IDEA Annual Membership Meeting. Michael received the award as a result of his advocacy for struggling McKinley County businesses during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic by helping to save over 125 manufacturing jobs, with assisting the City of Gallup to obtain grant resources, and for leading an initiative to create a new industrial cluster in Gallup, NM related to the development of Autonomous (driver less) Vehicles. The Developer of the Year Award recognizes the outstanding efforts of ...

AN ENTREPRENEUR’S JOURNEY – EDA NM RAINFOREST UNIVERSITY CENTER

Monday, June 07, 2021

GGEDC helped the NM Rainforest University Center, which operates through the University of NM (UNM) and UNM-Gallup Branch locally, to connect to the local entrepreneurial/SBDC networks in Gallup and to identify a local mentor with whom they could collaborate. The network includes the Small Business Development Center at UNM-Gallup, Gallup MainStreet/Arts & Cultural District, and gallupARTS. These are some excellent resources for building small businesses & entrepreneurial ideas in Gallup! GGEDC welcomes the additional training opportunities and resources the NM Rainforest University Center is able to offer to support entrepreneurial development in McKinley County and we continue to direct small business owner...

Albuquerque ranked among top cities to travel to this summer

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The city of Albuquerque made the top 20 on a list of the 100 best cities to travel to this summer. The list, which was released by WalletHub, primarily looked at cost and convenience of traveling to each location. However, the number of attractions was also taken into account. “It is wonderful to see that WalletHub listed Albuquerque as the number 19 best destination for summer travel this year,” said Brenna Moore, PR and communications manager for Visit Albuquerque. While Albuquerque did not score very well in the safety category, it made up for it in other areas. Continue reading here.

Tourism Recovery: Starting to Rebuild

Saturday, May 15, 2021

By Jennifer Lazarz, Tourism and Marketing Manager, City of Gallup Tourism and hospitality were heavily impacted by the pandemic, but they are resilient industries. Gallup has a lot to offer within its community and there are some bright spots on the horizon for recovery and rebounding over the next few years. Gallup/McKinley County’s hospitality industry suffered significantly with the closures. Now that we are in the Turquoise level, recovery has kicked-off. Our hotels are hiring again, and they desperately need a committed and reliable workforce. The hospitality industry has many opportunities for personal and professional development, and is one of the fe...

The Small Business Development Center at the University of New Mexico Gallup

Friday, May 14, 2021

Gallup, NM, May 3, 2021 – National Economic Development Week is the perfect opportunity for us to shine a light on the efforts of the small businesses in our area during COVID. Pivoting has become commonplace these days. How well you are able to run a business, manage employees, and accomplish your own business goals depends heavily on your specific circumstances. While you can't change those circumstances, you can set yourself up for success--whether it's for the remaining months of uncertainty or a future in which flexible working arrangements are the norm. Either way, any small changes that can boos...

Commerce and Collaboration Through the Chamber

Thursday, May 13, 2021

By Bill Lee, I.O.M. / C.E.O. Gallup-McKinley County Chamber of Commerce The Gallup McKinley County Chamber of Commerce worked diligently over the past year to help businesses survive the huge economic impact of the CoVid pandemic. It has been and, remains our goal to share and provide you clear, concise, correct materials from reliable sources and, to put our focus on commerce, collaboration, and community through advocacy and action. Through a robust virtual platform, members and the entire community were invited to participate in critical meetings. Virtual programs for businesses included: Partnering with local banks and credit unions to bring you critical informatio...

Creation Of Economic Development Ecosystem

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Francis Bee, Executive Director, Gallup Business Improvement District At this time, Gallup is in a post-Covid-19 virus “transition” from social interaction restrictions to elements of normality. Following the transition will be the “recovery” phase, when jobs, investments and normal levels of trade will come back; eventually, we will see some sort of “next normal”. Communities like Gallup that have protected their downtown commercial districts will have a decisive competitive advantage as we return to normalcy. Gallup BID is working with legal, financial and economic development experts to expand the scope of its existing programs in order to provide assistance to Gallup’s property an...

New Mexico Launches Mobility Business Strategy

Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Implementation Begins in Gallup for I-40 Mobility Hub May 1, 2021 Scottsdale, Arizona Late last year, GLDPartners Mobility Solutions completed a Statewide Mobility Strategy for the State of New Mexico and since that time quite a lot has happened toward advancing the State as a US leader in the mobility sector. Launched in 2019, with direction from members of the State Legislature and the Governor’s Administration, the Mobility Strategy was developed with an intent to create an integrated business plan to support economic development, research and development and citizen safety. The statewide mobility strategy represents a first for a US stat...

Together Let’s Fast Forward to Better

Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Evan Williams, Executive Director Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments The COVID-19 pandemic has underlined and exacerbated the cracks in our systems, economy, and social fabric. If something was eroding, it was torn down; if something was under the surface, it got exposed; if certain markets or businesses were declining, they closed; and while workers that use technology continued, those in touch industries were sidelined. This crisis reminded us all that we are related and connected – the virus did not discriminate, nor did it abide to jurisdictional boundaries and lines on a map. As the economic development district for the region...

Construction begins on Carbon Coal Road

Monday, May 10, 2021

Gallup Land Partners Donates Right of Way to Spur Economic Growth (Gallup, New Mexico) -- The New Mexico Department of Transportation and McKinley County have begun a complete reconstruction of Carbon Coal Road located north of the City of Gallup, utilizing $23M in state capital outlay appropriations. To be constructed by Fisher Sand & Gravel, the four-lane road will connect the rail-served Gallup Energy Logistics Park with US Hwy 491. The intersection of US Hwy 491 and 9th Street/Chino Loop will be completely updated as part of this project, creating a highly desirable area with full utilities for future development. Th...

Strategically Navigating COVID-19 to Build a Better Tomorrow, Gallup-Strong

Monday, May 10, 2021

This year’s “Economic Development Week” – held worldwide from May 9 th to 15th – is a celebration of the work economic developers conduct to improve local and regional economies and the overall quality of life. Economic developers impact the greater Gallup economy in numerous ways including training the local workforce, assisting existing industrial employers to sustain and expand operations and by providing information and networking opportunities to companies considering locating in McKinley County. This past year, we lived and worked through the COVID-19 pandemic and many extensive challenges, sacrifices and changes. We mourn the tremendous loss of lives near an...

GGEDC Observes Economic Development Week May 9-15: an Overview of the Week's Activities

Saturday, May 08, 2021

May 9th – 15th is being recognized as Economic Development Week across the country. Economic Development Week was created by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in honor of its 95-year anniversary as the largest professional membership organization for economic developers. The economic development efforts provided by economic developers are being showcased this week nationally. Members of Congress also are highlighting the work of our nation’s economic developers through special resolutions that are appearing in the Congressional Record. This year’s Economic Development Week in this region is made possible through the collaborative efforts of several organizations that profoundly impact economic development in th...

Greater Gallup EDC Works to Make Every Week Economic Development Week

Friday, May 07, 2021

The sixth annual National Economic Development Week is May 9-15, 2021. National Economic Development Week (EDW) was created in 2016 by the International Economic Development Council — the largest professional membership organization for economic developers — to recognize the unique role that economic development has in creating flourishing communities with strong economies. Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation (GGEDC) is taking this time to reflect on the impact their office has made on the economic development of their vibrant New Mexico community, even during the pandemic. GGEDC also has a host of activities planned. EDW Event Highlights: Cabinet Secretary Alicia Keyes, NM Economic Developmen...

Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation, The City of Gallup, and McKinley County host National Economic Development Week Celebration

Thursday, May 06, 2021

- MAY 9-15, 2021 - Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation joins the City of Gallup and McKinley County together with cities and counties nationwide to increase awareness of jobs and career development programs that enhance local economic impact. Gallup, NM – The Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation (GGEDC), the City of Gallup, and McKinley County observe National Economic Development Week from May 9- 15, 2021 to celebrate the contributions of positive economic development and explain the role of the profession in our local community, including stewardship of: Policies that government undertakes to meet broad economic objectives including inflation control, high employment, and sustainabl...

Regional Economic Development Partners Aligns with NDC for Greater Gallup

Friday, March 19, 2021

In the summer of 2020, Francis Bee, Executive Director of Gallup Improvement District, (BID), completed a four-day training course with the National Development Council (NDC). In alignment with NDC’s mission, that course inspired him to see tremendous potential for Gallup. Since 1969, NDC, a national nonprofit organization, has provided training and guidance to communities across the United States and in Puerto Rico. The organization’s mission is to help communities secure funding, and to analyze and execute deals related to economic opportunity and community improvement. “Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Patricia Lundstrom took that same NDC course,” Bee says. “We me...

Recap of the Gallup Mobility Hub Virtual Event

Monday, March 01, 2021

Self-driving vehicles are our future, and initiatives are in place to make Greater Gallup and New Mexico national hubs for autonomous mobility. A 2-day virtual Economic Roundtable took place on February 11th and 12th. The purpose of the event was to further advance New Mexico’s mobility strategy, and to further advance an integrated strategy to establish a "mobility hub" in Gallup in partnership with the state of NM. A core assumption for this project is that the pace of change and growth in the mobility sector will create significant new research and development, production and supply chain investment opportunities related t...

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