Becoming an investor in Albuquerque Economic Development, Inc. (AED) is easy: contact Rebecca Trujillo, Vice President Investor Relations or Johnese Turri, Investor Relations Representative at 505-246-6200 to schedule a meeting to discuss your interest in AED. They will detail the investor levels and benefits of being an AED investor. In addition, they will gather information about your company to understand your companies services and capabilities.
AED currently has nearly 400 investors that help finance and support our recruitment efforts and local business assistance program. To see a complete list of investors, please visit current investor list. A searchable directory of our investors will be available soon.
Benefits of being an AED Investor
Current Information Provided to Investors
- On AED Website www.abq.org
- Bi-monthly Investors Report
- Periodic “Alerts” emailed to investors announcing newly recruited companies
- Program listing at the Quarterly Investors' Lunches
- Periodic briefings concerning the economy
Recognition and Referrals
- Listed in online Investor Directory
- Listed as a new investor in bi-monthly Investor Report
- Introduced as a new investor at a quarterly luncheon
- AED window decal and lapel pin
- AED refers your company to new and expanding companies upon their request
Events
- Invitation to Quarterly Investors' Lunch
- Invited to new investor orientation
- Opportunity to gain new associates by attending events
Sponsorship Opportunities
(must be a member in good standing for 2 or more years)
- Website sponsorships
- Meeting sponsorships such as Quarterly Investors' Luncheon
- Sponsorship in the newsletter sent to site selection consultants and prospects considering moving to metro area
- Investor Report sponsorship
- AED prospective industry events such as VIP Balloon Fiesta Weekend
- Recognition events for newly recruited companies
Community Progress and Economic Strength
- New jobs for New Mexico workforce
- Career opportunities for graduates of New Mexico schools
- Marketplace growth, creating more demand for products and services
- Increased tax base to provide necessary funds for the community
- Property values for homes and businesses remain strong