A look at the events our Office of Economic Development is producing or supporting in the coming weeks.
May 21, 2 –3 PM; Online
Santa Fe County Economic Development and City of Santa Fe Office of Economic Development want to meet the region's equestrian businesses/organizations and learn what the sector needs to be a more successful. If you are in the equestrian industry or someone thinking about starting a horse-related business, please attend this fun and informal meeting.
May 24, 1 – 6 PM; Flagman Way
ArtWalk Santa Fe, Lensic 360, and Railyard Santa Fe team up to create a concert & art experience featuring live music, delicious eats, and shopping with goods from 23+ local artisans and makers. Enjoy lots of things to do and interactive art activities. This is a family-friendly event.
May 27, 8:30 AM - 12 PM; Hybrid: Santa Fe Business/Incubator/Online
The District Export Council of NM hosts a workshop to share expert insights, the latest on export compliance processes, and practical tips to for businesses considering exporting soon. In person participants will be able to have 1-1 meetings with the US Commercial Service representatives and experienced peers.
May 28, 8:30 – 10 AM; HRA Community Space
Spice up your morning with coffee, snacks, and a heart-to-heart about our community and city businesses, and what it means to be a “Safe Space” in Santa Fe.
OED Office Hours – Southside
Jun 2, 10 AM – 2 PM; Santa Fe Business Incubator (SFBI)
Do you want to start or grow a business? The City of Santa Fe’s Office of Economic Development looks forward to discussing your business needs and exploring how we can help you succeed.
Jun 3, 10 AM – 12 PM
Jun 4, 11 AM – 1 PM
Jun 4, 5:30 – 8 PM; Santa Fe Christ Church
This invigorating session of BEYOND PROFIT: A Think + Do Series for Courageous Entrepreneurs will dive into the power of reimagining our water resources to thrive in a world of climate extremes. Discover cutting-edge strategies for navigating droughts, floods, and everything in between from these great presenters.
Jun 5, 5 - 7:30 PM; Scottish Rite Temple
Join the Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce to honor the shining stars of Santa Fe’s business community at the 2025 Business Achievement Awards, presented by Century Bank. Under the grand dome of the historic Scottish Rite Temple, be dazzled by a spectacle like no other—where business excellence meets vintage circus magic.
Jun 5 - 6; New Mexico Capital Roundhouse/Online
The Next Generation Water Summit brings together the building and development community, water reuse professionals, and water policymakers in a collaborative setting to share best practices and learn about innovative water conservation and reuse techniques to help us comply with water conservation restrictions spreading across the US. Free online access for Santa Fe residents.
Jun 12: 8:30 – 10:30 AM; Santa Fe Business Incubator
To drive the Santa Fe outdoor recreation economy forward, the Santa Fe Office of Economic Development and Santa Fe County Economic Development are hosting our quarterly Meet-up for the Santa Fe OR Industry to network with peers, meet New Mexico OR gear manufacturers, and connect with local support agencies.
Save the Date: Santa Fe Finance Fair - Business Grants
Jun 17, 11 AM – 1:30 PM; TBA
Grant funding can be a way to grow your business without incurring debt or diluting ownership. Is your business eligible and looking for grant funding?
Jun 20, 8:30 - 10:00 AM; CCA Munoz-Waxman Gallery
CreativeMornings SFE brings together the creative communities in Santa Fe and surrounding areas for a FREE monthly breakfast lecture series with inspiring speakers + coffee. They meet every 3rd Friday from 8:30-10 am at various creative spaces in Santa Fe. Be sure to RSVP one week prior to each event.
OED Office Hours – Cerrillos
Jun 30, 10 AM – 2 PM; Del Norte Credit Union, Cerrillos Branch
Do you want to start or grow a business? The City of Santa Fe’s Office of Economic Development looks forward to discussing your business needs and exploring how we can help you succeed.
Highlights of resources and opportunities for the range of businesses and entrepreneurs in Santa Fe.
Offerings: Through May 21
Enterprise University - from Enterprise Bank and Trust - provides no-cost, live, and interactive webinars from introductory to executive levels to sharpen your business acumen.
Deadline: May 23
Applications are now open for the C-Suite Sprint, a free virtual accelerator from NMSU Arrowhead Center with the New Mexico Angels focused on building strong leadership teams.
Deadline: May 30
The New Mexico Quantum Technologies Award Pilot Program is a competitive state-funded grant that seeks to support the growth or relocation of quantum technology companies in New Mexico to expand economic base businesses and create jobs.
Deadline: May 30
The National Trust for Historic Preservation just announced the Backing Historic Small Restaurants grant program. 50 small or independently owned restaurants will win $50,000 in funding.
Deadline June 1
This Santa Fe Arts Commission and Arts & Culture Department program offers funding awards of $10,000 each to five arts and culture projects that culminate in a public engagement for residents and visitors of Santa Fe.
Deadline: June 30
Part of Verizon's commitment to equip one million small businesses with the tools and resources they need to thrive in today's digital economy, ultimately strengthening their local communities.
Deadline: Jun 30
RDC’s Micro-Grant Fund provides a small infusion of capital to help businesses diversify, sustain or grow revenue, leverage other investments, and put systems in place that lead to growth and create job opportunities. Applications open June 2nd
Deadline Jun 10
The New Mexico SBIR Matching Grant provides recipients additional resources to commercialize the technology being developed with federal SBIR funding. This program leverages the fact that SBIR awardees have technologies vetted by national experts and are recipients of federal funding that covers proof-of-concept and R&D funding. Informational webinar May 27.
Deadline: Sep 4
The application process is rigorous and designed to provide the IFAM Selection and Placement Committees with an accurate and thorough review of each artist’s work.
Collected highlights of non-profit and community resources and opportunities for the organizations helping shape and support Santa Fe.
The New Mexico Nonprofit Directory is a searchable database to help you learn about nonprofits in the state.
Tracking how the Trump administration, Congress, and the courts are affecting workers' quality of life.
Deadline: May 30
Con Alma Health Foundation grants are awarded each year in support of nonprofits’ efforts to improve their community’s health with a focus on attaining long-term policy solutions and health equity informed by community voices.
Deadline: Jun 1
The Santa Fe Community Foundation is the proud home to three scholarship funds, each designed to support local students in pursuing advanced degrees. Scholarship applications for the 2025-26 school year will be open through Sunday, June 1.
Deadline: Jun 1
The Santa Fe Arts Commission and the Arts & Culture Department are pleased to announce the “Art is the Solution” program for 2025-26. This annual funding awards $10,000 each to five arts and culture projects that culminate in a public engagement for residents and visitors of Santa Fe.
Deadline Jun 26
The Safe Streets and Roads For All (SS4A) Grant program is aimed at significantly reducing traffic-related injuries and fatalities by empowering local governments to implement robust safety action plans.
Deadline: Jun 30
These unrestricted grants are designed to serve New Mexicans who are often underserved; such as youth, veterans, seniors, individuals who are unhoused, formerly incarcerated, or developmentally disabled. Up to $400,000 total will be given to local nonprofits served by the foundation.
T‑Mobile Hometown Grants is a $25 million, five-year initiative to support the people and organizations who help small towns across America thrive and grow. Hometown Grants are given every quarter to up to 25 small towns. Apply for funding to support a community project of your choice, like revitalizing or repurposing a historic structure, creating a downtown asset or destination, or improving a space where friends and neighbors gather.
EVENTS
Collected events of interest for the range of entrepreneurs and business owners we serve.
Santa Fe is calling May, June, and July the Summer of Bike! Whether you're cruising for fun, pedaling for fitness, riding with the fam, or biking to work, you're part of a two-wheeled revolution for safer streets, tighter-knit communities, a greener planet, and a whole lot more joy. Santa Fe's local bike clubs, businesses, and organizers keep the good times spinning all year round! And check out Bike There Discounts for cyclists at over a dozen spots.
May 20, 2 – 4:30 PM; Location TBA (Santa Fe)
New Mexico businesses are invited to connect directly with scientists from Los Alamos National Laboratory to discuss their business, technical challenges, science interests, and support needs. This speed dating-like event will include networking as well.
May 21 through June 25; Online
A free six-part digital accessibility training series to empower higher education administrators, public sector employees, nonprofits, and other relevant stakeholders with practical knowledge and strategies to enhance accessibility in their digital content.
May 22, 11:15 AM - 1 PM; LesCombes Winery (Alameda & Coors Bypass, ABQ)
This National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) event will discuss concerns or frustrations about the impact of today’s political climate on small businesses and provide opportunities to hear from local legislators as well.
Weaving, Wellness, & Tradition: Join us with Tasheena Littleben (Navajo)
May 23, 1 - 3 PM; IAIA MoCNA Store
Join Artisans of Nations for a live Navajo weaving demonstration with Tasheena Littleben, a 3rd-generation Diné weaver, as she shares not only her ancestral craft but also her personal story of healing in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.
May 28, 11 AM – 12 PM (Online)
The Urban Land Institute Semiannual Debate features leading economists and analysts who participated in the Real Estate Economic Forecast survey, diving into 27 key economic and real estate indicators, and exploring how the forecasts have changed, what signals experts are watching for, and what lies ahead for the industry through 2027.
May 29, 11 AM – 12 PM (Online)
FedTech’s VentureMatch program is launching with an exclusive virtual pitch event featuring cutting-edge deep tech startups presenting to a panel of seasoned investors. This is your opportunity to get in early on game-changing technologies emerging from federal labs, top universities, and corporate R&D—before they hit the mainstream.
May 29, 5:30 - 7 PM; Violet Crown Santa Fe
Do you know someone struggling to find a home they can afford? Want to learn about ways to increase housing choices and make Santa Fe more affordable? Want to shape the housing priorities of the next mayor and city councilors? Enjoy complimentary food and drink during this important conversation.
Jun 4, 5 – 8 PM; Canyon Road
Canyon Road Summer Walks seek to revitalize and celebrate the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Santa Fe's historic Canyon Road for generations to come.
Jun 10-13, Space Valley - Around Albuquerque
Where Space, tech, ART, and Culture Meet for a week of innovation along Route 66. This isn't just a conference–it's a gathering of Innovators, Creatives, the curious, and the ones bold enough to think they can reshape tomorrow.
Jun 11, 1 – 2 PM (Online)
The CLA 2025 Outlook series dives into the most pressing subjects and trends shaping our world. We invite you to tune in to our third-quarter market update for an insightful discussion around policy, the economy, and financial markets.
Jun 11, 4 – 9 PM; Historic Lobo Theater
Space Fiesta is an immersive celebration taking place in the heart of Albuquerque, New Mexico—a region rich with scientific legacy, innovation, cosmic culture, and forward-facing ambition. This is the public launchpad for New Mexico’s space narrative, reimagined through art, story, and experience.
Jun 12, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM; Embassy Suites (ABQ)
Join AREA for a collaborative event celebrating the release of TWO new reports from CBRE and from NAI SunVista.
Jun 17, 5:30 - 7:30 PM; UNM Rainforest Innovations
This Roanhorse Consulting and the Alliance For Local Economic Prosperity program will feature Oscar Perry Abello, Senior Economic Justice Correspondent at Next City and author of "The Banks We Deserve," in a keynote talk followed by a fireside chat with Angela Merkert and Vanessa Roanhorse.
Collected news of interest for for Santa Fe's business community.
The following organizations offer several webinars and other events for entrepreneurs each month. Visit their sites for more details.
College and Career Plaza Event Series
Creative Santa Fe
The Kitchen Table
MAKE Santa Fe
Minority Business Development Agency - New Mexico
New Mexico APEX Accelerator
New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Program (MEP)
New Mexico SBDC
The Railyard (Santa Fe)
SCORE Santa Fe & Northern NM
NM Taxation & Revenue Workshops
Lobo Rainforest; Entrepreneurial Capabilities Training and Certificate Program
Vital Spaces
WESST
Data is important. This section shares recent datasets and stories around data that may be of interest to the Santa Fe community.
The Census Business Builder (CBB) is a suite of services that provide selected demographic and economic data from the Census Bureau tailored to specific types of users in a simple to access and use format.
The Impact Map provides timely data—as it becomes available—on policy, funding, and workforce changes and their localized effect. This tool is currently in beta and will continue evolving, so it may include areas that need updating.
This US Census Bureau release includes seven tables with data for by revenue and employment size, categories of establishments and firms for most sectors, including statistics on single unit and multiunit firms, concentration of the largest firms, legal form of organization, number of establishments, and number of firms.
Current policy shifts mark a crucial moment for American manufacturers. the Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise revisits their Kenan Insight on manufacturing in America first published in August 2023, now with updated data that point to the sector’s progress over the past year and a half.
It is estimated that the private sector requires $1.2 trillion worth of annual investment in direct and nature-adjacent projects to halt and reverse nature loss. Written in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, Nature Positive: Corporate Assessment Guide for Financial Institutions supports financial institutions with the information needed to capitalize on emerging nature opportunities and avert nature risks using data available today.
Government contracting can be a great opportunity for businesses.
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