Santa Fe Small Business Resources
Starting and running a small business requires resources. There are businesses, government groups, and nonprofits ready to help you.
We’ve compiled a list of Santa Fe small business resources and created tools and guides to help you operate a successful business in New Mexico.
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Local Resources for Small Business in Santa Fe
Using local resources can make a big difference. Here are some of the best local resources for small businesses in Santa Fe.
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Santa Fe Business Incubator
Overview
The SFBI is a large facility that offers traditional incubation space, as well as dedicated fabrication areas, laboratories, and a kitchen incubator. Most services are paid (membership-based) but some events are hosted here that are free and open to the public. They offer several programs for entrepreneurs at different stages of the process. New entrepreneurs may be interested in the Runway program, a 3-month course that helps formalize a business idea.
Contact Information
Office Address:
3900 Paseo del Sol
Santa Fe, NM 87507
Phone Number: 505-424-1140
Email: info@sfbi.net
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Regional Development Corporation
Overview
The RDC oversees several funding programs in Northern New Mexico. They host information sessions about various loans and grants that your business can apply for. Many of the financial resources available through the RDC are geared towards startups in the very early stages. Certain programs have other specific restrictions on industry or location.
Restrictions
Open to Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe, Taos, San Miguel, Mora and Sandoval counties and the municipalities and the Native American Pueblos within these counties.
Contact Information
Office Address:
441 Greg Ave.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone Number: 505-820-1226
Email: info@rdcnm.org
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SCORE Santa Fe & Northern NM
Overview
SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) is a leading, nation-wide organization that has assisted millions of entrepreneurs over its 50+ years of operation. SCORE is a resource partner of the SBA that offers access to a network of experienced business leaders who donate time to mentor entrepreneurs and small business owners. They also host free or inexpensive workshops online and at 300 local chapters around the United States. Mentoring can be conducted either in person or remotely and is always free and confidential, no matter how often you take advantage of this service.
Santa Fe SBDC
Overview
The greatest strength of the SBDC is their free, confidential, 1-on-1 business mentoring for anyone who seeks it. Sometimes in order to be considered for mentoring from one of their professional business advisors, you may have to attend a class/workshop or at least present your business plan. SBDC's are located all throughout the state and you should use the SBDC closest to your location if possible, but you can often transfer to a different location if they do not fit your needs.
Santa Fe Women's Business Center
Overview
WESST is a small business support organization that provides entrepreneurs with workshops, advice when applying for financial assistance, networking events, etc. These resources are aimed at startups that have either just launched or are about to launch. WESST also hosts a Women’s Business Center Program focused on providing resources for women entrepreneurs. Most classes and courses are available for small fees, however, free events are also hosted. Consulting is provided through WESST at a low hourly cost. Their Albuquerque branch also offers an in-house incubator.
Restrictions
Services are open to New Mexico residents only.
Contact Information
Office Address:
3900 Paseo del Sol
Santa Fe, NM 87507
Phone Number: 505-474-6556
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