The nonprofit lender LiftFund is offering a business startup blueprint to help entrepreneurs turn their business dreams into reality. Ready, Set, Launch is an online workshop that aims to prepare entrepreneurs to launch a business.
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Local Program Has National Implications for Entrepreneurs
The New Mexico Lab Embedded Entrepreneurship Program (NM LEEP) has selected its fifth cohort of deep-tech innovators. The two-year fellowship, based at Los Alamos National Laboratory, supports entrepreneurs working to accelerate the commercialization of breakthrough technologies that address the nation’s most urgent energy, security, and economic challenges.
The program pairs deep-tech entrepreneurs with the unique talent and technology of Los Alamos National Laboratory. Fellows are matched with seed capital, a large network of mentors, customers, and investors to help entrepreneurs transition technology into a scalable product. The program also offers a generous stipend, health insurance, travel reimbursement, and relocation assistance.
Applications for the 2027 cohort will be accepted beginning February 28, 2026. The application period closes on May 8, 2026.
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The 2025 pitch competition for outdoor businesses, called Adventure Pitch, features eight companies battling to win $15,000 in prizes. It’s part of the annual event showcasing dozens of outdoor businesses and organizations from across New Mexico. The event takes place from 3:00 to 7:00 pm on November 6, 2025, at the historic Albuquerque Rail Yards. The event celebrates New Mexico’s $3.2 billion outdoor recreation economy.
Continue readingGet Quick Business Advice
Get expert business advice from ActivateNM’s founder business mentors during Speed Mentoring on March 14 at Q Station in Albuquerque. This in-person event pairs new and aspiring business owners with experts who can answer questions about scaling, investment, marketing, and early ideation.
Continue readingUNM Business Summit Aims to Inspire
Entrepreneurs who missed hearing inspiration from Victor V. Hwang, founder and CEO of Right to Start, last fall in Albuquerque have another chance on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, when Hwang headlines the UNM Business and Economic Summit at the Lobo Rainforest building in Albuquerque.
Continue readingSmall Business Training Series
The nonprofit lender and small-business training organization WESST is collaborating with the Sandoval Economic Alliance and the New Mexico Small Business Development Center Network (SBDC) to offer a six-part training series designed to empower business owners and entrepreneurs in key areas of their business development.
Continue readingLooking for Venture Capital? This Sprint is For You
Scale Up New Mexico, in collaboration with the New Mexico Angels, is offering a FREE business support program to existing and aspiring business owners in New Mexico called Venture Funding Sprint. This 6-week business support program will equip participants with the understanding of terminology and financial instruments, engaging in negotiations with potential investors, and creating the necessary tools and materials to attract investment.
Continue readingStartup Fiesta Aims to be New Mexico SXSW
ActivateNM is joining forces with the New Mexico Tech Council for a night of innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurial networking on the evening of September 10, 2024 at the Clyde Hotel in Albuquerque. Inspired by the success of events like SXSW, Startup Fiesta aims to foster innovation, inspire, and provide networking for the New Mexico entrepreneurial community.
Continue readingStart Up Forum Sept. 4-5 in Albuquerque
Startups, entrepreneurs, innovators, support organizations, local and state government, and anyone engaged in the innovation ecosystem in New Mexico should attend the New Mexico Startup Forum September 4-5, 2024 at Isleta Resort and Casino in Albuquerque. The event features more than 55 speakers on topics ranging from bringing products to market to accessing capital.
Continue readingGet Advice from Small Business Lender LiftFund
The nonprofit small-business lender LiftFund is offering workshops to help entrepreneurs make crucial decisions ranging from whether to start a new business to how to price their products. Most workshops are conducted online, and many orient toward a specific geographical location such as Dona Ana County.
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