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.
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.
ON A MISSION: Goodwill Industries of New Mexico opens its 20th store on West Side
Twenty — that’s the number of stores Goodwill Industries of New Mexico has in the state. The Chamber took part in the ribbon cutting for ...
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CONGRATULATIONS!: Titan Development breaks ground on food hall, hotel near Presbyterian
After months of preparation, Titan Development broke ground a hotel and food hall on Central Avenue near Presbyterian Hospital. On Friday, Aug. 8, Titan partner ...
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COLLABORATING WITH IDEAS: Bernalillo County hosts final in-person community meetings on economic development
Bernalillo County wants business input and suggestions for its economic development program – and we appreciate the outreach to our membership! The county has one ...
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GETTING DOWN TO BUSINESS: Downtown Transformation Bold Issue Group (BIG) kicks off first meeting of the program year
From left, David Silverman, Geltmore principal; Doug Majewski, Hartman + Majewski Design Group CEO; William Keleher of Smidt, Reist & Keleher, P.C.; Sherman McCorkle, GACC ...
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INSIDE THE IMPACT: Kirtland Air Force Base set to release economic report Aug. 13
Kirtland Air Force Base has been an economic driving force in New Mexico since its inception in 1942. This week, on Wednesday, Aug. 13, KAFB ...
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BUILDING THE COMMUNITY: Leadership Albuquerque now taking applications for its 2025-2026 program class
The 2025-2026 Leadership Albuquerque program doesn’t begin until September, so there’s still time to get in on the action. The eight-month program develops and prepares ...
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PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: City continues work on two Rail Trail projects in Old Town, Downtown
Construction continues on The Rail Trail — a seven-mile multi-use trail the Chamber has long supported — which will connect Downtown Albuquerque and Old Town. ...
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CELEBRATING INDIGENOUS ART: Indian Pueblo Cultural Center opening two new art exhibitions
The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) is opening two new exhibitions opening Aug. 9. “Sentient Structures: The Art of Skye Tafoya + SABA” will be ...
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PART OF THE COMMUNITY: Kirtland Air Force Base set to release economic report Aug. 13
Kirtland Air Force Base has been an economic driving force in New Mexico since its inception in 1942. On Aug. 13, KAFB will release the ...
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REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCE: Central New Mexico Community College seeking businesses for fall job-shadow program
Central New Mexico Community College is looking for Albuquerque businesses to participate in its ...
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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