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Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with WESST is excited to bring entrepreneurs in New Mexico the opportunity to enhance their web presence.
Learn how to build and maintain a website with GoDaddy through their Website-builder platform and get your website hosted for two years at no cost!
Using GoDaddy training content that will be delivered through a digital learning platform on Wednesday evenings at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. MST, we will use this four-part training series to learn about:
- October 3: Branding 101
- October 5: Domain Names and Website Building Essentials
- October 17: Designing a Great Website, supported by Web Builder Lab Time
- October 19: Writing Great Content, supported by Web Builder Lab Time
Who is this training for?
- Small business entrepreneurs who are focused on improving their web presence by publishing their first website or improving an existing website during this training or shortly after completing this training.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Please notify Sara Osusky at 505-892-1238 when you register for the class, or no later than 24 hours prior to your class, so that WESST can make sure necessary accommodations are available. All programs and services are provided to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
The Women's Business Center is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
Speaker(s): Dave Vedera, Regional Manager, WESST Rio Rancho WBC Regional Manager Dave is passionate about working with entrepreneurs and small business owners to help them start and grow thriving businesses. Sara Osusky, Business Consultant and Trainer, WESST Rio Rancho WBC
Co-Sponsor(s):
Please Note: THIS CLASS IS BEING OFFERED ONLINE. AN INTERNET CONNECTION AND A COMPUTER (or highly capable tablet-type device) ARE NECESSARY. Video conferencing instructions will be sent to you after you have registered for the class.
Are you interested in guest speaking? Email us!
exec@nmoba.org
Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with WESST is excited to bring entrepreneurs in New Mexico the opportunity to enhance their web presence.
Learn how to build and maintain a website with GoDaddy through their Website-builder platform and get your website hosted for two years at no cost!
Using GoDaddy training content that will be delivered through a digital learning platform on Wednesday evenings at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. MST, we will use this four-part training series to learn about:
- October 3: Branding 101
- October 5: Domain Names and Website Building Essentials
- October 17: Designing a Great Website, supported by Web Builder Lab Time
- October 19: Writing Great Content, supported by Web Builder Lab Time
Who is this training for?
- Small business entrepreneurs who are focused on improving their web presence by publishing their first website or improving an existing website during this training or shortly after completing this training.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Please notify Sara Osusky at 505-892-1238 when you register for the class, or no later than 24 hours prior to your class, so that WESST can make sure necessary accommodations are available. All programs and services are provided to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
The Women's Business Center is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
Speaker(s): Dave Vedera, Regional Manager, WESST Rio Rancho WBC Regional Manager Dave is passionate about working with entrepreneurs and small business owners to help them start and grow thriving businesses. Sara Osusky, Business Consultant and Trainer, WESST Rio Rancho WBC
Co-Sponsor(s):
Please Note: THIS CLASS IS BEING OFFERED ONLINE. AN INTERNET CONNECTION AND A COMPUTER (or highly capable tablet-type device) ARE NECESSARY. Video conferencing instructions will be sent to you after you have registered for the class.
This is a 1-Hour volunteer opportunity for local professionals.
The 2023 Pride on the Plaza will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023 on the Plaza de Las Cruces from 5:00pm-6:00pm.
Come and hear stories! Share your story!
- Vendors
- Food & Beverage
- Music & D.J.
- Animal Blessings
- Entertainment
- Speakers and more!
Why not meet up with our friends from nmoba.org and us for PRIDE After 5 from 5:30 - 7 pm!
Location TBA
This Albuquerque-based nonprofit organization dedicated to showcasing queer cinema in an attempt to highlight the richness of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender experience. We serve our diverse communities by producing the Way OUT West Film Fest and other events.
A FEW FACTS
One of the State's largest film festivals. Closet Cinema is recognized as New Mexico's leading GLBT non-profit organization dedicated to presenting a diverse array of GLBTQ images through film media arts. Way OUT West Film Fest will be celebrating its twentieth annual event this Fall.
In 2022, WOWFF with an attendance of 5,000 is one of the top LGBTQ film festivals in the Southwest.
WOWFF will run for 10 days, October 13-22, screen over 100 features, shorts, and documentaries in over 30 programs, and represent over 20 countries, while hosting an array of guests and filmmakers - creating a truly regional experience.
The festival this year is planning to hold in-person as well as virtual screenings throughout the ten days.
This is a 1-Hour volunteer opportunity for local professionals.
TransSenders Gathering
Welcome TransSenders! This is a monthly gathering organized after the gym's regular hours specifically for trans and non-binary folx in order to provide a safe space for them to try their hands at climbing. The schedule for this event is being worked on at the moment but the event will take place once a month on Sundays at the Midtown gym, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Please contact Cristina for specifics on this event and to get the date of the next meet.
Trans climbers of all levels and allies are welcome to find community and expand their climbing skills. Beginners are welcome!
- Monthly, every 3rd Sunday after regular gym hours
- 6 pm - 8 pm
- Midtown gym
- Entry is $14 and includes gear
If it’s your first time with us, please fill out a waiver and we will get you set up with gear and an introductory orientation.
When you arrive, look for the Rainbow Senders' table behind the check in desk with the rainbow rug! There are pronoun pins available and often, a group activity is available if you choose to participate. The leaders of the Rainbow Senders will be available to help you get started if it’s your first time and/or be your climbing partner if you wish.
Rainbow Senders
Rainbow Senders is sponsored by Stone Age and also exists outside of it. Follow them on Instagram. To join their monthly newsletter please click here.
Rainbow Senders are now receiving donations from a very kind community member! With these funds they are able to sponsor one member of the community for a one month membership. If you or someone you know needs financial assistance to be able to climb, please email them the name and contact info. They will be randomly selecting folks from their list each month as long as they are funded. It is their deepest desire to help all folks have access to climbing! They are also accepting donations to continue to grow their sponsorship programs!Fundraiser
Shane Baron-Deutsch, one of our talented members, has created a fun design we are now featuring on some cool apparel! All purchases of items with this design benefit Rainbow Senders and TransSenders!
StoneAge Mid-Town. $14 includes gear, no one turned away for lack of funds
Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with WESST is excited to bring entrepreneurs in New Mexico the opportunity to enhance their web presence.
Learn how to build and maintain a website with GoDaddy through their Website-builder platform and get your website hosted for two years at no cost!
Using GoDaddy training content that will be delivered through a digital learning platform on Wednesday evenings at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. MST, we will use this four-part training series to learn about:
- October 3: Branding 101
- October 5: Domain Names and Website Building Essentials
- October 17: Designing a Great Website, supported by Web Builder Lab Time
- October 19: Writing Great Content, supported by Web Builder Lab Time
Who is this training for?
- Small business entrepreneurs who are focused on improving their web presence by publishing their first website or improving an existing website during this training or shortly after completing this training.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Please notify Sara Osusky at 505-892-1238 when you register for the class, or no later than 24 hours prior to your class, so that WESST can make sure necessary accommodations are available. All programs and services are provided to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
The Women's Business Center is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
Speaker(s): Dave Vedera, Regional Manager, WESST Rio Rancho WBC Regional Manager Dave is passionate about working with entrepreneurs and small business owners to help them start and grow thriving businesses. Sara Osusky, Business Consultant and Trainer, WESST Rio Rancho WBC
Co-Sponsor(s):
Please Note: THIS CLASS IS BEING OFFERED ONLINE. AN INTERNET CONNECTION AND A COMPUTER (or highly capable tablet-type device) ARE NECESSARY. Video conferencing instructions will be sent to you after you have registered for the class.
Join financial advisor Kris Kennedy, and Sara Traub, attorney, for an informational webinar about Special Needs Trusts Tuesday, October 17th at Noon.
If you or a loved one has special needs, you have unique financial and legal considerations. A Special Needs Trust can allow for a disabled person to maintain their eligibility for public assistance to benefits, as well as providing directions about appropriate distributions, protecting assets from creditors and more.
If you or someone you know is planning to include a person with special needs in beneficiary designations, this webinar is for you. If you are responsible for caring for someone with special needs, this webinar is for you. Even if you already have a trust, you might learn something new.
All are welcome and this is a great educational opportunity. Registration is required.
For a comprehensive review of your personal situation, always consult with a tax or legal advisor. Neither Cetera Advisor Networks LLC nor any of its representatives may give legal advice. Sara Traub, attorney is not affiliated with Cetera Advisor Networks LLC. Any information provided by them is in no way related to Cetera Advisor Networks LLC or its registered representatives.
Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with WESST is excited to bring entrepreneurs in New Mexico the opportunity to enhance their web presence.
Learn how to build and maintain a website with GoDaddy through their Website-builder platform and get your website hosted for two years at no cost!
Using GoDaddy training content that will be delivered through a digital learning platform on Wednesday evenings at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. MST, we will use this four-part training series to learn about:
- October 3: Branding 101
- October 5: Domain Names and Website Building Essentials
- October 17: Designing a Great Website, supported by Web Builder Lab Time
- October 19: Writing Great Content, supported by Web Builder Lab Time
Who is this training for?
- Small business entrepreneurs who are focused on improving their web presence by publishing their first website or improving an existing website during this training or shortly after completing this training.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Please notify Sara Osusky at 505-892-1238 when you register for the class, or no later than 24 hours prior to your class, so that WESST can make sure necessary accommodations are available. All programs and services are provided to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
The Women's Business Center is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
Speaker(s): Dave Vedera, Regional Manager, WESST Rio Rancho WBC Regional Manager Dave is passionate about working with entrepreneurs and small business owners to help them start and grow thriving businesses. Sara Osusky, Business Consultant and Trainer, WESST Rio Rancho WBC
Co-Sponsor(s):
Please Note: THIS CLASS IS BEING OFFERED ONLINE. AN INTERNET CONNECTION AND A COMPUTER (or highly capable tablet-type device) ARE NECESSARY. Video conferencing instructions will be sent to you after you have registered for the class.
Join us for entertainment, fun, and the community at our monthly Drag Bingo at Opuntia. Admission is $20 which also gets you 6 bingo cards.
$20.00 for a ticket which also gets you 6 Bingo Cards for playing.
Thursday, July 20th, 7 – 9 pm @ Opuntia
This event has been postponed. The B2B Event will be hosted in November 2023, pending location confirmation. The Golf Event will take place in 2024. Stay Tuned for more details!
2023 GOLF FUNDRAISER & BUSINESS MATCHMAKING EVENT
Are you ready to join the New Mexico OUT Business Alliance for an exciting fundraising event?
The 2023 Golf Fundraiser at Top Golf and Business Matchmaking Event is the perfect opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and support the diverse LGBTQ+ business and professional community throughout New Mexico
The pop-up retail trend has helped many artists and entrepreneurs sell products and launch businesses in cities throughout the country. Pop-up shops allow artists and retailers to use temporary space to sell wares and land new customers. It’s an opportunity for vendors to market their business and engage with customers and see what they are responding to. This is also a great way for the Albuquerque community to come out and support local entrepreneurs and small businesses.
What is Drop-in Mentoring for Entrepreneurs?
Need business advice? Our experienced mentors are ready to help you tackle your latest problem. Drop in for expert advice in strategy, finance, fundraising, pitching, sales, marketing, talent, and more. Perfect for any entrepreneur from idea to scale.
How It Works
- Join the virtual breakout room with our subject matter expert and ask your question. It is that easy!
- First-come, first-served. We recommend joining on time.
- You can switch rooms to talk to multiple experts.
- Open to everyone. You do not need to be a member of ActivateNM.
Select an upcoming session to RSVP. The sessions are typically on the third Friday of each month in 2023.
Notice:
By participating in this event you are opting-in to receiving messages from us related to our offerings. This event may be recorded for quality purposes.
Learn more about how ActivateNM can help your small business or startup by visiting:
What is Drop-in Mentoring for Entrepreneurs?
Need business advice? Our experienced mentors are ready to help you tackle your latest problem. Drop in for expert advice in strategy, finance, fundraising, pitching, sales, marketing, talent, and more. Perfect for any entrepreneur from idea to scale.
How It Works
- Join the virtual breakout room with our subject matter expert and ask your question. It is that easy!
- First-come, first-served. We recommend joining on time.
- You can switch rooms to talk to multiple experts.
- Open to everyone. You do not need to be a member of ActivateNM.
Select an upcoming session to RSVP. The sessions are typically on the third Friday of each month in 2023.
Notice:
By participating in this event you are opting-in to receiving messages from us related to our offerings. This event may be recorded for quality purposes.
Learn more about how ActivateNM can help your small business or startup by visiting:
This is a 1-Hour volunteer opportunity for local professionals.
Event will take place at Black Dog Shredding from 9 AM - 12 PM. We have expanded our community outreach by adding more resources and services to our Shred Day. We will be partnering with the Albuquerque Police Department and New Mexico OSI to offer free VIN etching to consumers. In addition, we are reaching out to The Food Depot to partner with them for a food drive for the holiday season. We will be offering free electronic recycling again by PC Place, and we will have Kimo's Hawaiian BBQ food truck on site to offer some refreshments.
MORE INFO COMING SOON
A STARTUP PITCH EVENT FOR OUTDOOR COMPANIES
Building any startup is an adventure. But building an outdoor startup? That takes true grit.
Adventure Pitch 2023, the culminating event at the annual Outdoor Economics Conference, is the premier startup pitch event for outdoor companies in New Mexico, with investors from around the country converging at the Outdoor Economics Conference to see the best of the best.
In partnership with CNM Ingenuity’s Startups & Small Business team, we invite startups with high-growth potential and a core offering that touches outdoor recreation, the environment, and/or health and wellness to apply to this one-of-a-kind opportunity.
Applications Open September 7, 2023
Learn more by checking out Adventure Pitch 2022.
Cost: $10, brought to you by WESST
For any questions please contact queershabbatnahalatshalom@gmail.org.
This is a 1-Hour volunteer opportunity for local professionals.
21+Get ready for a spooktacular night with a thrilling costume contest and the chance to win exciting cash prizes!
It will be a Halloween bash you won’t want to miss! 
We are seeking sponsors for this event. Please take a look and consider becoming a sponsor.
Saturday, October 28th, 8 pm – 1 am @Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery