NEW MEXICO ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Build Your Business in New Mexico

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your business, we want to help you take advantage of all the opportunities available in our state.

Just getting started?

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Here are some great resources for your new business idea:

Check out these quick infographics with information about getting your new business up and running.

Time to grow!

Once you’ve set up your business entity, EDD’s regional reps can help you navigate agency programs and other local resources. They can also assist communities with programs to build the local economy. To find a rep in your area, check out our Community, Business and Rural Development map. https://edd.newmexico.gov/community-development/

If you need extra support, our JEDI Office is here to break down barriers to entry for business owners from socially or economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office offers sponsorships, bilingual business support programs, and more. https://edd.newmexico.gov/JEDI

JEDI’s newest program, Capital Connect, is a fully bilingual program for very small business owners, offering specialized workshops, 1:1 training, and tools for securing loans and grants. https://edd.newmexico.gov/capital-connect

Some popular EDD resources: