The Leading Voice​ in Business
Our goal is to make our city and state a great place to start and grow a business and a safe, exciting place to work and raise a family.​
Our Mission
We work with government, business, and community partners to promote and develop a welcoming business environment and thriving, diverse economy in New Mexico.Â
Plan of Action
The Chamber is working to transform Downtown Albuquerque, improve education, and make our city safer.
News & Updates
Find the latest news on important issues and updates on the Chamber’s programs, events, and work.
LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP January 27, 2026 — Increased Penalties for Felons in Possession of a Firearm Gets Positive Reception; Health Care and Tax Bills Are Heard and more
LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP January 26, 2026 — Constructing Solutions to the Housing Crisis; Health Care, Med School, Education Bills Move Forward
TEAMING UP: Chamber joins News Radio KKOB in bringing Roundhouse happenings to New Mexicans daily through Legislative Update
There’s an old saying: either get into politics or get out of business. What happens in Santa Fe matters, and we’re dedicated to keeping you ...
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Legislative Reception in Santa Fe to feature state’s leaders, policymakers
On Monday, Jan. 26, the Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce will present the 2026 Legislative Reception from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Santa Fe Community Convention ...
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LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP January 23, 2026 — 30-Day Session Moving at Warp Speed, Senate Sends House Highway Improvement Bill and Interstate Compact Bill and More!
Chamber Board Approves 2026 Legislative Agenda Focusing on Public Safety, Education, Health Care and Business Infrastructure
Today, the Chamber’s Board of Directors approved the 2026 Legislative Agenda which guides our lobbying and communications efforts during the current session of the legislature. ...
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LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP January 22, 2026 — Senate Finance Committee Hears Innovation Economy and Economic Diversification Package Focused on Quantum and Advanced Technologies and more!
LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP January 21, 2026 — House Health and Human Services Committee Advances Health Care Licensure Compacts
LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP: Second Session of the 57th Legislature Underway!
Both the House and the Senate met separately to go through the formalities of seating members and other administrative tasks. In the House, Speaker of ...
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Advocacy
Explore the three areas that drive our advocacy for our investors and New Mexico businesses.
Downtown Transformation
The Downtown Transformation committee works with business, government, and community partners to revitalize and transform Downtown Albuquerque into the vibrant heart of our city – an area that is exciting, engaging, welcoming, and safe for businesses, residents, and visitors alike.
Education Reform
The Chamber’s Education Reform committee advocates for education policies and practices that will lead to a direct improvement in the academic achievement of students in public schools and give every child the opportunity to receive a high-quality education that adequately prepares them for success in college, the workforce, and life
Public Safety
Our Public Safety committee advocates for and helps implement local and state-level policies and practices that will result in a reduction in crime in Bernalillo County and a tough, strategic, fair, and sophisticated criminal justice system.
Connections
See how the Chamber helps its investors make important and timely connections
- to government officials and agencies, to other businesses, and to important resources.
Business to Government
The Chamber helps its investors navigate government more easily, including connecting businesses to government agencies when they have concerns or need help.
Business to Business
The Chamber provides ways to connect our business community making sure each of us benefits from what each of us does best.
Business to Resources
The Chamber provides exclusive benefits and resources – including important information, trainings, and meeting space – to our investors.
Initiatives
Explore how the Chamber helps develop leaders, build young readers, and better connect our business community statewide.
Leadership ABQ
Leadership ABQ develops knowledgeable and engaged civic leaders through a 10-month course that expands participants’ understanding of the most important issues facing our community.
Albuquerque Reads
ABQ Reads deploys hundreds of volunteers to help at-risk students in Albuquerque elementary schools improve their reading skills.
NM Roadrunners
The NM Roadrunners are goodwill ambassadors from ABQ’s business community who travel twice per year to other parts of the state to understand local issues and meet with local chambers, businesses, and community leaders