WESST Press Releases

WESST ANNOUNCES BOARD OF DIRECTOR CHANGES

WESST is pleased to announce the election of new members and officers for its 2024 Board of Directors.  2024 officers are Cheryl Hardt, CBRE – Chair; Mariam Bruce, Gridworks/Affordable Solar – Vice Chair; Mike Lowrimore,…

WESST announced as Ambassador for Bra Recyclers, empowering sustainability, and social impact.

WESST, a longtime advocate for sustainable practices and social responsibility, is proud to announce its partnership with The Bra Recyclers as their first official Ambassador in New Mexico. This collaboration will foster an environment of…

The Studio at WESST Awarded a 44th Annual Telly Award

We are pleased to announce the Studio at WESST has been awarded a Bronze Telly award in the Local TV- Not-For Profit Category for WESST’s The Place to Start and Grow Your Business Campaign. The…

WESST Hosts “Beyond the Living Wall” Mural Revealing and Ribbon Cutting Celebration

WESST, a non-profit economic development organization, is now the home to of one of the largest indoor murals in Albuquerque. WESST is hosting its Mural Reveal and Ribbon Cutting Celebration event on Thursday, March 9th,…

WESST Announces Board of Director Changes

WESST is pleased to announce the election of new members and officers for its 2023 Board of Directors.  2023 officers are Cara Gordon Potter, Gordon Electric Supply, Inc. – Chair; Cheryl Hardt, CBRE – Vice-Chair;…

WESST Welcomes New Employees and Celebrates Promotion

WESST announces the hiring of two new employees and the promotion of one.  Wendy Stein, Santa Fe Regional Manager – Wendy worked in education, health and wellness, community development, video game design, and as a…

WESST Pop-Up Shop is Back in Downtown Albuquerque

The WESST Pop-up Shop returns after a two-year hiatus thanks to the generous support of PNC Bank! This year’s event will occur outside at 609 Broadway Blvd NE (Broadway and Lomas) on Friday, October 14th,…

WESST Announces Board of Director Changes

WESST is pleased to announce the election of new members and officers for its 2022 Board of Directors.  2022 officers are Monica Jojola, Montech, Inc. – Chair; Cara Gordon Potter, Gordon Electric Supply, Inc., –…

WESST to Host Virtual Forum to Empower Women Business Owners

In recognition of National Women’s History Month, WESST Farmington Women’s Business Center will be hosting the second annual virtual EmpowHer Forum on Friday, March 25. With the theme of Opening the Door to Economic Empowerment…

WESST Launches Campaign to Help Small Businesses Overcome COVID Challenges

WESST has launched a statewide marketing campaign to inform New Mexico small business owners about WESST’s continued COVID recovery services. With SBA grant funding, the campaign features the success stories of small business owners benefitting…