News Release
505 Leadership in Economic Development Award Winners Respond
Albuquerque, NM – November 7, 2022 – Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance has announced the honorees for the fourth annual 505 Leadership in Economic Development Awards, which recognize organizations and individuals that are making exceptional contributions to economic growth and prosperity in the greater Albuquerque region, resulting in improvements to its overall economic strength and competitive position.
Each awardee’s press release is listed below, with quotes from both the awardee and sponsors, where applicable:
- Rio Grande Community Development Corporation to Receive Community Leadership Award
- 2022 Small Business Champion is Bow & Arrow Brewing
- Sandoval County Manager Wayne Johnson to Receive Public Service Leadership Award
- Elisha Saavedra-Torres Recognized as 2022 Rising Star for Economic Development
- Sherman McCorkle Recognized for Lifetime of Leadership in Economic Development
- Southwest Creations Collaborative to Receive Excellence in Workforce Development Award
- AREA Chairman’s Distinguished Service Awardee is Jennifer Thomas
- Drew Tulchin Recognized as Advocate of the Year for Economic Development