Wednesday, November 9th - 5:30 PM Women Empower Cocktail Hour – Hosted by Southwestern Title & Escrow featuring Charlotte Kate Fox – Bourbon Bar & Grill at El Gancho - 104 Old Las Vegas Highway SOLD OUT
Tuesday, November 15th – 9:00 AM A Path to Success – Chamber Orientation – Via Zoom – Virtual Register Here
Wednesday, November 16th – 5:30 PM Women Empower Cocktail Hour – Hosted by Kizuna Strategies - Rio Chama Steakhouse - 414 Old Santa Fe Trail Register Here
Thursday, November 17th - 5:30 PM Business After Hours - City Different Investments - 925 Paseo de Peralta
Friday, November 18th - 12:00 PM 7th Annual Women's Leadership Luncheon - Hosted by PNM & Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce - Bishop's Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection - 1297 Bishop's Lodge Rd SOLD OUT
From the president's desk - November 2022
There are many reasons why we love The City Different. The weather, the natural beauty of the high desert, the interconnectedness of the community and the incredible entrepreneurial resources that are deeply embedded into the fabric of the city’s economic development initiatives.
If you are a business owner or an inspiring entrepreneur, you are in the right place. From WESST and the Small Business Development Center to SCORE and the Santa Fe Business Incubator, these are a few of the organizations dedicated to supporting startups through programming, seminars, mentors, resources and so much more.
The Chamber is dedicated to supporting businesses—those already established and those that are beginning to germinate. And we are excited to expand our connections in the community to include the southside and develop programs so everyone can have the opportunity to start a business.
Considering one-third of our community is Spanish speaking, it is an honor to announce that the Chamber is partnering City of Santa Fe Office of Economic Development and the Santa Fe Business Incubator to host Business Workshops in Spanish. The first seminar is set for 5:30 p.m. on November 15 at the Incubator. This event is free and we will have child care for those who want to bring the children while they attend this class.
If you know someone who could benefit from this opportunity, we encourage you to help us spread the news about this course on how to start a business in Santa Fe.
It is imperative that we as a city meet our community where they are and this is another step the Chamber is taking to reach a wider audience and offer meaningful ways to help everyone explore the possibilities of starting their own business.
When a new business is established in Santa Fe, we all benefit as this grows the economy, develops new jobs, imparts new revenues into the Gross Receipts Tax fund and provides new services that we can all access.
Please join me in celebrating the vitality of our business community and know that if you are thinking about a new business idea, there are countless organizations ready to help you turn your idea into a thriving new business.
For more information on our upcoming business workshop classes or the Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce, please visit santafechamber.com.
Bridget Dixson President & CEO Sana Fe Chamber of Commerce
ribbon cuttings - November 2022
Thrive Community School celebrates their grand opening with a ribbon cutting at their address at 7300 Old Santa Fe Trail. Thrive Community School is a new K-8 public charter school that opened with grades K-3 and 6th in 2022 and will continue to grow into a K-8 learning community. Thrive Community School is a diverse and affirming learning community that embraces social and emotional learning practices and utilizes evidence-based teaching to advance educational equity. For more information visit www.thriveschoolsf.org.
Unwhelm Coaching celebrates their grand opening with a ribbon cutting at the Chamber of Commerce. Unwhelm Coaching is in the business of empowering women in business. To “unwhelm” someone is to raise them up from something that has overwhelmed them. At Unwhelm Coaching, that means everything from strategic planning and executive coaching to nonprofit training and operations. Owner Katie Christianson specializes in listening and creating custom solutions for her clients that result in more time, more money, and more joy. For more information visit www.unwhelmcoaching.com
Mountain Valley Wool Festival celebrates their new home in Santa Fe with a ribbon cutting at the County Fairgrounds. What a great opening weekend for inaugural year in Santa Fe. We can’t wait to watch this festival grow in Santa Fe. For more information visit www.mavwawoolfest.org
On October 20th, the Santa Fe New Mexico Workforce Connection Center celebrated its new location “The One Stop” at 525 Camino de los Marquez with a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. This ceremony was well attended by the public as well as New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions Deputy Secretary Yolanda Montoya-Cordova, County Commissioner Rudy Garcia, State Representative Ambrose Castellano, the Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce, and representatives from the Northern Board, Department of Workforce Solutions, HELP New Mexico, Inc., Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, and JobCorps.
La Secoya de El Castillo celebrates their grand opening with a ribbon cutting at their address, 401 Old Taos Highway. A sister community built on the rich heritage of “El Castillo” in Santa Fe, New Mexico, this exclusive independent living residence garners a view to the mountains while offering a quiet oasis for its resident artisans. Visit elcastilloretirement.com for more information.
Bien Fierce Entertainment celebrates their Chamber membership at their address, 1964 Cerrillos Rd. Bien Fierce is a music and video production company that specializes in live music and comedy entertainment. Home of Carlos Medina El Cantador “Marachi Music”; Carlos Medina Trio; Graviel de la plaga Comedian
November 2022 - Members of the month
New Mexico Army National Guard in New Mexico dates back to 1636, when Citizen-Soldiers formed militias to defend community and country. And for 377 years, the Guard has stayed true to its roots. Enlisting in the National Guard means more time at home. Training typically requires one weekend each month, with a two-week training period once each year. Get a degree with money for school, learn job skills that translate to the civilian world, make bonds that last a lifetime and earn pride for life. When you become a Guard Soldier, your family will thank you, your country will thank you and your future will owe you. Contact your local recruiter to find more specifics about your opportunities in the New Mexico Army National Guard at (505) 927-2846
Green Fuego is a small local family-owned business located on the Southside of Santa Fe. We deeply value our Native American heritage and the history of Santa Fe's culture. Our mission is to produce .and distribute premier high-quality cannabis for our medical and recreational customers. We also provide education and awareness for customers so they may understand the least and best medically effective doses our products for their presenting conditions. Green Fuego provides first-rate service to our customers and patients making their experience at our dispensary the very best. Located at 7502 Mallard Way, #B, (505) 365-2979 www.greenfuego420.com
