Splash Mobile Grooming
Samantha Blanton always had a passion for animals, and after years of working in the pet industry, she realized there was a growing demand for more convenient grooming services. In 2024, she opened Splash Mobile Grooming, a mobile dog grooming service operating in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Their business model emphasizes convenience for busy pet owners and a low-stress grooming experience for pets, especially those that may have anxiety in traditional grooming settings. O
Tiffany Burke Events, LLC
Tiffany Burke Events is a family-based business serving clients since 2017. They are a full-service design and partial planning team for any event in the Albuquerque area. From weddings and elopements to parties and corporate events, Tiffany’s team is prepared to help you elevate your event’s experience. Their full-service production capabilities include floral design, event design, rentals, dessert bars, sweetheart tables, and more. They are obsessed with themes and focused
Twenty2seven Photography LLC
Twenty2seven Photography LLC originated in New Mexico and is a lifestyle and outdoor family photography company. The business was created in late 2021 and is owned and operated by Roseanna Chavez. Roseanna has created an “on-location” photography company that focuses on photographing their clients where they feel most comfortable. Shooting “on-location” provides diverse backgrounds and a customizable experience for each client. She feels that family portraiture is valuable an
Virtue Ventures
After being denied a business loan at her local credit union, Katelyn Cardenas was referred to WESST in January 2025. Katelyn was in the early stages of her business, Virtue Ventures, LLC, a private car rental service based in Farmington. While she was able to satisfy the essential requirements for a small business loan, she lacked the two years’ worth of financial statements or projections needed to substantiate her loan. Nevertheless, she continued to push forward. Katelyn
Voice Power Studios (VPS)
Sandy is a leading international expert in the art of the speaking voice. Voice Power Studios (VPS) work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Houston Chronicle, Los Angeles Times, New York Times and other publications. She’s an international keynote speaker, private voice and speech coach. Over the past five years she’s developed a popular accent reduction online training program. In the late 80's it became clear that her advancing age was an issue in landing jobs i
Wild Horse Truck & Trailer Repair
From working for Price’s Truck Stop to doing oil changes in the driveway, the decision to open Wild Horse Truck & Trailer Repair in the old Price’s Truck Stop location seemed like the right thing to do. Their work ethic, experience, and knowledge provided the necessary foundation. Marty Lightfoot knew the books, and Chris Martinez had the mechanical background they needed to be successful. All they had to do was take on the liability of running a business with day to day acti
Walker Air Refrigeration and Service
After getting his degree in air conditioning and refrigeration service and units, Shane Walker decided to go on his own and start his own company rather than work for someone else. Walker Air Refrigeration and Service was born. It wasn’t long before Mr. Walker realized that he needed business advice to manage and grow his business. A business associate recommended he visit WESST. With business papers and a long list of questions in hand, Mr. Walker came to WESST. He had inten