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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · 20h

New Mexico is investing where it matters most — our families and our future. We’re the first state in the nation to offer free universal childcare and free college tuition for residents. Why bag when you can brag? #FlipTheScript #BraggingRights #OnlyInNM

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · 1d

New Mexico is #1 in R&D Spend Intensity, proving our commitment to discovery, growth, and the future economy. The real story is about how far we’re pushing forward. That’s worth bragging about. #FlipTheNarrative #BraggingRights #NMStrong #OnlyInNM

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · 2d

Balloons aren’t the only thing rising in New Mexico. While some want to drag us down, we’re here to lift up the truth: NM is leading the nation in ways worth celebrating. It’s time to stop bagging and start bragging. Stay tuned this week as we flip the narrative and share the wins!

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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham @govmlg.bsky.social · 23d

Check out the new commercial for New Mexico's anti-litter campaign at 10 a.m. tomorrow, September 16!

Find it on YouTube at www.youtube.com/Govmlg.

#BreakingBadHabits #KeepLitterOut

A skull steel-toed boot pictured next to the words "Keep Litter Out of Our Territory Breaking Bad Habits BreakingBadHabits.nm.gov"

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · 29d

🎙Podcast Alert! 🎧
Get the inside scoop on economic development in New Mexico.

From space to film, energy to manufacturing, Secretary Rob Black sat down with NM Insiders Podcast from KRQE to talk about the deals shaping our economy.

Tune in at www.krqe.com/digital-show...

New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Sep 3

ICYMI: New Mexico is the Quantum State.
Yesterday, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Sec. Rob Black, and DARPA’s Joseph Altepeter announced the Quantum Frontier Project—a partnership that could bring up to $120M to accelerate quantum tech in NM.

New Mexico, federal agency partner on quantum computing initiative as state pushes to become innovation hub

The partnership could see DARPA and New Mexico provide up to $60 million each over four years to efforts that directly support the federal agency’s initiative or the project itself,

www.abqjournal.com

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Sep 1

Great energy this morning at IEEE Quantum Week in Albuquerque. New Mexico has the people, the infrastructure, and the investments to drive quantum innovation. Excited to see the collaborations and breakthroughs taking shape. Hope you’ll join us here in NM as we build the future of quantum.

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Aug 12

$5M in Tech Grants Now Open!
Our Technology & Innovation Office is funding two grants to grow NM’s tech ecosystem:
· Entrepreneurship Programmatic Support
· Innovation Hubs

Apply by Sept. 8 — full details at edd.newmexico.gov/tio

New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Aug 12

Got a game-changing tech idea in advanced computing, energy, aerospace, or bioscience? Our Science & Technology Business Startup Grant offers $25K - $50K to help early-stage companies bring innovations to market. Learn more in our webinar Aug. 19 & apply by Sept. 3! edd.newmexico.gov/tio

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jul 22

The Picuris Pueblo Bike Park officially opened this weekend, and it’s a game-changer!

EDD was grateful to celebrate and help bring this vision to life with a $500K Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant. Now families have an epic new spot to ride, connect, and explore.

#GetOutside #NMEconDev

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jul 18

🚵‍♂️ Northern New Mexico’s newest jump park opens tomorrow—Saturday, July 19—at Picuris Pueblo!

Built with $500K support from our NM Outdoor Recreation Division Trails+ Grant.

See you on the trails!
#BikeNM #OutdoorNM #NMEcon

www.pinkbike.com

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jul 17

We’re fired up by New Mexico’s quantum momentum! Our EDD team joined the ‘Building a Quantum Economy’ event today at Q Station, sparking conversations on growing a strong quantum workforce and economy.

Huge thanks to Q Station and all the partners driving our state’s quantum future forward!

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jul 15

Come meet your governor and Cabinet Secretaries, including EDD Secretary Rob Black. Ask your questions, get needed resources on July 17 in Silver City. @govmlg.bsky.social #NMEcon

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jul 9

Deputy Secretary Isaac Romero discusses the new Tech and Innovation Office, "keeping the state at the forefront of quantum and technology development." #NMEcon #quantum #NMTIO www.krqe.com/news/communi... #NMEcon #Quantum #NMTIO

EDD Deputy Secretary sits with AREA VP Chad Matheson at a small round table in the KRQE Morning Show studio.

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jul 9

Deputy Secretary Isaac Romero discusses the new Tech and Innovation Office, "keeping the state at the forefront of quantum and technology development." #NMEcon #quantum #NMTIO www.krqe.com/news/communi...

KRQE studios with AREA VP Chad Matheson (left) and EDD Deputy Secretary Isaac Romero (right). The interviewees are seated at a round table and there are monitors and cameras as they are being interviewed for the KRQE morning show.

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jun 26

EDD Secretary Rob Black meets with European exchange delegation from the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) June 20 to join a discussion on how U.S. foreign policy influences small business participation in the international marketplace. #NMEcon

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jun 16

New Mexico's Tribal communities are an important piece of the economic stability in our state. We're committed to working together and strengthening these partnerships. Most importantly, we are here to listen. #NMEcon

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jun 13

Yesterday's announcement by Gov Lujan Grisham and EDD Secretary Black "positions NM as a magnet for future growth." "When you want to grow your company, and you want to do it in a way that's climate responsible, NM is the place to invest and grow!" #NMEcon #geothermal @govmlg.bsky.social

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jun 10

EDD Deputy Secretary Isaac Romero was out at the Mesilla Valley Economic Development Alliance luncheon last week meeting with folks and sharing ideas. #NMEcon

Pictured from left to right: Alfredo Fernandez - HIT Hub of Innovation & Technology; Juan Acereto - Mayors Office Ciudad Juarez; Isaac Romero - Deputy Secretary of EDD; Davin Lopez - Mesilla Valley Economic Development Alliance (MVEDA); Eric Montgomery - El Paso Electric Company

Isaac Romero - Deputy Secretary of EDD; Dolores Lucero - Former councilor, City of Las Cruces

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jun 6

We're in Hobbs today at Cabinet in YOUR Community to hear YOUR voices. EDD Deputy Secy Isaac Romero and reps from many state agencies are there to connect with you. hashtag#NMEcon hashtag#Hobbs hashtag#CIYC

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jun 6

NM sits squarely at the table during the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference this week. EDD Secy Rob Black accompanies Gov Lujan Grisham to highlight our leadership in the advanced energy and manufacturing sectors and build new partnerships to continue to grow our economy. #NMEcon #Sustainable

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · Jun 4

Reminder to folks in the Hobbs area to join us for tomorrow's Cabinet in Your Community event at NM Junior College. Bring your questions and ideas and say hello to our Deputy Cabinet Secretary Isaac Romero and other EDD staff! #CIYC #Hobbs @nmmainstreet.bsky.social

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · May 23

EDD creating economic opportunities and paths for industry to thrive: Film Office Dir. Steve Graham on transforming the state into a production powerhouse through long-term investments. #NMecon #NewMexicoFilm #FilmIndustry @nmfilmoffice.bsky.social
www.instagram.com/reel/DJ186Lq...

How New Mexico Is Luring Film and TV Production as the Industry Battles 'Existential Crisis' | Video

New Mexico's film office director Steve Graham sits down with TheWrap at Cannes to talk strategy and incentives.

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · May 19

A Bold Vision for New Mexico’s Economic Future
- NMexus: hub for foreign investment.
- 1,500+ Jobs: 7 companies set to open Albuquerque offices.
- Focus on Innovation: quantum computing and defense tech.
- Incentives & Infrastructure
#NMEcon

www.sea-nm.org/1500-new-job...

1500 New Jobs: Inside Secretary Black's Bold Economic Development Strategy - Best Place for Business Expansion | Sandoval County NM Sites

May 15, 2025 marked a significant moment for New Mexico’s economic development future as Secretary Rob Black of the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) delivered a compelling presentation...

www.sea-nm.org

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New Mexico Economic Development Department @nmecondev.bsky.social · May 14

Just announced! State launching a global business accelerator in Albuquerque to drive up to 1,500 employees from up to 40 companies in the next 5 yrs. All thanks to
@govmlg.bsky.social 10-day trade mission to India. www.abqjournal.com/business/art...

Following trade missions, state to launch global business incubator in Albuquerque

SANTA FE — New Mexico is opening its doors to foreign companies seeking to get a foothold in the United States, as state officials announced plans Tuesday to set up

www.abqjournal.com

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