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Events in the month of January 2024
Friday, January 5, 2024
Country Dancing, even month at ABQ Social Club
Friday, January 5, 2024
Lunch Bunch is a mentorship opportunity where volunteers can play games, talk about school, future careers, and college with students with the goal of empowering girls. 

This is a 1-Hour volunteer opportunity for local professionals.
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Post Covid-19 Small Businesses and Startups are challenged with the challenge of providing a secure and high performance work space for all collaborators.
2023 Small Business Cyber Issues Include:
1. Retooling for remote work created new vulnerabilities
2. Ransomware is more prevalent than before the pandemic
3. IoT and the supply chain has experienced new levels of cyber attacks
4. Expansion of cloud services increases complexity and depth of cyber attacks
5. Mobile computing and wearable’s are more of a target today
6. Phishing is a popular methodology for cyber terrorists
7. Insider threats are more prevalent than ever
8. Data privacy elevated to a primary organizational objective
9. Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems becoming as component of cyber security
10. Cyber Cold war Security Perspectives
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Free and open to the public. Join us at the Chambers Business Impact/Government Relations meeting. This committee meets on a monthly basis to explore issues, events and activities the have or could have an influence and impact on living, working and even playing in the Alamogordo-Holloman AFB area.
Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Multinational or Small Business Entrepreneur?

Protecting Your Intellectual Property is critical to the value of your business?

FEE: $10

On January 10, Intellectual Property attorney, Talia Kosh, will provide the information you need to protect your most valuable business assets.

Patents, trademarks, industrial designs, copyrights, trade secrets can be guarded to help prevent theft.

You need to know what you’ve got to protect – and how to go about protecting it.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Please notify Roseanna Perea, rperea@wesst.org 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. This training is provided in part through funding support from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

Speaker(s): Talia is an attorney in Santa Fe specializing in entertainment law, contracts, nonprofit and foundation formation and governance and employment discrimination.

Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Join NMOBA the FIRST Wednesday of every month for conversation, guest speakers, and networking.


Are you interested in guest speaking? Email us! 
exec@nmoba.org
Friday, January 12, 2024
Lunch Bunch is a mentorship opportunity where volunteers can play games, talk about school, future careers, and college with students with the goal of empowering girls. 

This is a 1-Hour volunteer opportunity for local professionals.
Sunday, January 14, 2024
Second Sundays: LGBTQ+ Dance Medicine
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
In this session you will learn what it takes to start a business. At the end of this FREE 2-hour session you will be in a better position to decide whether to proceed immediately, delay starting your business or not start the business. We will discuss:
• Reasons to Start/Not Start a Business
• Business Opportunities
• Business Plans
• Financing Your Business
• Marketing
• Types of Business Organizations
• Setting Up Your Business
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Join NMOBA for our Monthly Mixer on the THIRD Tuesday of each month! 

This will be a great evening to connect with the community, relax and mingle. 
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Join us for our monthly Drag Bingo extravaganza, where the fun never stops! πŸŽΆπŸ’ƒ

For just $20, you'll snag your golden ticket to an unforgettable evening of bingo, laughter, and dazzling performances. Your ticket includes not one, not two, but SIX bingo cards, increasing your chances of winning some seriously spectacular prizes! πŸ†πŸŒŸ
Seating is limited, secure your spot by purchasing your tickets in advance. It's a night you won't want to miss, so gather your friends and let's make memories together!
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Topic: Government Contracting

Learn about Federal and State Contracting, as well as the necessary small business requirements from a trusted advisor who understands doing business with the government.

This training will teach you about:

  • First steps to becoming a Federal or State Contractor
  • How to explore the SBA Certification Programs
  • Marketing your business for Federal and State Contracting
  • Finding job opportunities

This training is the first in a series of three Government Contracting trainings you can attend.

Other Trainings:

  • January 25th, 11:00-1:00PM: Getting Your First Federal Contract, register here
  • February 1st, 11:00-12:00PM: Understanding Certifications & Benefits: 8a, ED/WOSB, SD/VOSB, HUBZone register here

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): Shirley Bailey, Business Development/Marketing Manager, Zia Engineering & Environmental Consultants, LLC. Ms. Bailey is an expert in Federal Contracting and Certifications. She enjoys sharing the details of contracting and her knowledge about maximizing certifications so that business owners can receive contracting opportunities. Dave Vedera, Regional Manager, WESST Rio Rancho WBC

Co-Sponsor(s): These classes are being delivered in partnership with the Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce as part of the 'Rio WESST Business Growth Academy'.

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 training class will be delivered in English.

 

Fee: No Cost

Thursday, January 18, 2024

The Corporate Transparency Act, passed by Congress in 2021 will be effective January 1, 2024. Join our expert Larry Donahue as he helps you navigate this new law and what it means for you and your business. You don't want to miss this comprehensive workshop on the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a groundbreaking piece of legislation designed to enhance transparency in corporate structures and combat illicit financial activities.

 

With over 26 years as a practicing attorney, Larry Donahue is a high-tech entrepreneur who loves small, dynamic, smart and savvy start-ups, especially in the Internet and E-Commerce sectors. His company, Law 4 Small Business, is one of the fastest growing companies in New Mexico and the Southwest.  Larry and his law firm help hundreds of small business owners every month, and keep abreast of many legal issues confronting small businesses in New Mexico.

Thursday, January 18, 2024
Third Thursdays: Country Dance Lessons at ABQ Social Club
Friday, January 19, 2024
Lunch Bunch is a mentorship opportunity where volunteers can play games, talk about school, future careers, and college with students with the goal of empowering girls. 

This is a 1-Hour volunteer opportunity for local professionals.
Saturday, January 20, 2024
Happy Holidays- We have missed you!!!! First Hot Flash Dance of the year-January 20th, 2024 Winter Wonderland Dance Party 2.0 is coming your way, benefiting Locker 505. Learn More Here
Saturday, January 20, 2024
2 concert performances by Turquoise Trail Performing Arts dba the New Mexico Women's Chorus calling aor an end to hate and rallying for inclusion.
Sunday, January 21, 2024

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
Sunday, January 21, 2024
2 concert performances by Turquoise Trail Performing Arts dba the New Mexico Women's Chorus calling aor an end to hate and rallying for inclusion.
Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Do you need help making a sale to build success for your business?
Attend this workshop to learn selling skills to increase your ability to help people buy.

Attend this workshop and learn about:

• What's your goal?
• Setting up your marketing effort to drive sales
• Help people buy instead of selling to them
• Effective selling skills
• Follow-through and follow-up

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

The purpose of this workshop is to help newly established and potential nonprofit founders gather information needed to make an informed decision on how to move their charitable missions forward. Topics covered include:

Differences between nonprofit, social enterprise, & for-profit business.
Differences between a public charity and a private foundation.
7 steps needed to form a 501(c)(3) anywhere in the U.S.
How to determine which IRS 1023 application to use.
Key activities to position your public charity for income and sustainability.
Activities that may risk your 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
Nonprofit resources and support.

ο»ΏRegister Below. Zoom link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
Seminar is offered at no charge.

Wednesday, January 24, 2024
$10 for tickets, popcorn, and a fun hang with friends
Thursday, January 25, 2024

With over 35 years of experience with contracting and grants, Ms. Bailey will share her knowledge and practical hands-on experience to provide you with what you need to know to excel in obtaining Federal and State contracts.

Join us for this informative training to learn:

  • About Federal Contracting in New Mexico
  • Tips to help you get your first Federal or State Contract.
  • Connecting your business with Government Organizations to win contracts

This training is the second in a series of three Government Contracting trainings you can attend.

Other Trainings:

  • January 18th, 11:00-12:30PM: Are You Ready to Grow Your Sales with Government Contracts? register here
  • Februart 1st, 11:00-12:00PM: Understanding Certifications & Benefits: 8a, ED/WOSB, SD/VOSB, HUBZone, register here

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): Shirley Bailey, Business Development/Marketing Manager, Zia Engineering & Environmental Consultants, LLC. Ms. Bailey is an expert in Federal Contracting and Certifications. She enjoys sharing the details of contracting and her knowledge about maximizing certifications so that business owners can receive contracting opportunities. Dave Vedera, Regional Manager, WESST Rio Rancho WBC

Co-Sponsor(s): These classes are being delivered in partnership with the Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce as part of the 'Rio WESST Business Growth Academy'.

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 training class will be delivered in English.

 

Fee: No Cost

Friday, January 26, 2024
We are super excited to be hosting our Friends of Dorothy mixer at Safe House Distilling On Friday, Jan 26 starting at 7pm. What is Friends of Dorothy? A meetup/mixer to bring the Albuquerque LGBT community together. Everyone is welcome and we encourage you to share this event and invite a friend.
Friday, January 26, 2024
Queer Shabbat is a monthly ritual space for reflection, connection, grounding in the sacred cycles of Jewish time. This is a space for self-identified Queer Jews and their loved ones to gather. We will be hosting hybrid OUTDOOR IN-PERSON and ZOOM Shabbat. Masks are optional. We will be distanced and outside. Whether you are attending virtually or in person, you're invited to bring: songs, poetry, movement, creative activities, and meditations from your heart. Bring your own (vegetarian) food if you'd like to eat while we chat after the service. Ritual items and challah welcome.

For any questions please contact queershabbatnahalatshalom@gmail.org.
Friday, January 26, 2024
Lunch Bunch is a mentorship opportunity where volunteers can play games, talk about school, future careers, and college with students with the goal of empowering girls. 

This is a 1-Hour volunteer opportunity for local professionals.
Saturday, January 27, 2024
From business plans to operations, financial planning is key to operating your business and understanding if you are making money. Join us for this two hour session and learn the basics from your business plan to basic financial reporting.
Topics Include...
Data Collection
Revenue Forecasting
Expense Forecasting
Basic accounting set-up and working with your accountant
Cash Flow
Financial Reports
Following the workshop participants will be provided with a pdf of the slide deck and an excel file with templates for your use.
Sunday, January 28, 2024

Join us for a dazzling celebration of unity and empowerment at Let's Legislate! Drag Brunch on January 28, from 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM at the fabulous Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery! πŸŒˆβœ¨
🎀 Featured Performers:
LaRhya Daniels, Raquel Del Rio, Avery Martini, Vanessa Patricks, Dyonne Dahl, and Rocco Steele.
🌈 Supporting a Cause:
This 21+ event is not just about glamour and entertainment—it's about making a positive impact! Proceeds benefit HRA Santa Fe, supporting the LGBTQ+ community. Let's come together for a day of love, laughter, and making a difference. β€οΈπŸŒŸ
🎟️ Tickets:
Secure your spot for only $20!
🌟 Proudly Sponsored by EQNM:
A huge shoutout to EQNM for making this event possible! Your support means the world. πŸ™Œ
πŸŽ‰ Let's Make Memories:
Gather your friends, embrace the glitter, and let's create unforgettable memories together. Share the love, spread the joy, and let's make this Drag Brunch an event to remember! πŸŒˆπŸ’ƒ
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 - Friday, February 2, 2024

Winter Conference

January 31, 2024 – February 2, 2024

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