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New Mexico is Candidate for Cutting-Edge Hypersonic Rocket Motor Facility
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2025 ( Sandoval County, NM) — A cutting-edge defense technology company is evaluating Sandoval County, New Mexico, for a major new investment — an ambitious project that, if it moved forward here, could bring hundreds of high-paying jobs and reaffirm the state’s critical role in national security.
Certified for Success: AREA Interim President & CEO Chad Matheson Earns CEcD, Strengthening Mission for Regional Growth
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ( Albuquerque,NM) August 5, 2025 – The Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance (AREA) is proud to announce that Chad Matheson, Interim President & CEO, has earned the prestigious Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) credential from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). This nationally recognized certification is a hallmark of excellence within the economic development profession and signifies the highest level of competency and expertise in the field.
Pacific Fusion pursues locating $1B research facility in Albuquerque
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FROM NM EDD – JULY 16, 2025: Project would bring 200+ jobs and advance clean energy innovation
Danielle Casey to Depart Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance After Nearly Five Years of Transformative Leadership
IMMEDIATE RELEASE (July 1 2025) – AREA Senior Vice President Chad Matheson to serve as Interim President & CEO following her departure in early August.
AREA and Local Brokerage Partners Unveil Joint Research and Data Reports on the greater Albuquerque Market
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.) June 18, 2025 – Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance and CBRE have released the 2025 Talent Profile Report, and AREA and NAI SunVista have released an updated Industrial Market Report for the region, featuring advantages for business in the market.
Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance and Spaceport America Join Forces Through a Collaborative MOU
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (SPACEPORT AMERICA, N.M.) June 16, 2025 –Leveraging economic development assets and resources will expand the value proposition for space industry firms in New Mexico
New Mexico Delegation to Promote the State’s Bioscience Industry at BIO International Convention in Boston
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 11 2025 – Delegates from public, private and higher education entities will participate in the New Mexico Pavilion to create new connections and drive interest in the state’s bioscience industry
AREA Short Documentary Highlights the Region’s Economic History and Future Opportunities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2025 – Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance is proud to release a short documentary film written by AREA and produced by Comcast, titled ‘The Evolution and Future Path of Greater Albuquerque’s Economy.’
AREA Celebrates Economic Development Week with Special Documentary Screening Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.) May 12, 2025 Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance to celebrate its heroes and promote the importance and impact of the economic development profession all week, along with economic development organizations nationally and globally.
AREA Showcases Albuquerque’s Business Advantages at Space Symposium in Colorado Springs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 7, 2025 – To enhance greater Albuquerque’s standing as a premier hub for the Aerospace industry, the Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance (AREA) is participating in the 40th annual Space Symposium April 7-11 in Colorado Springs, Colorado in conjunction with the New Mexico Economic Development Department, the New Mexico Partnership, and key industry and commercial real estate leaders like NewSpace Nexus, Sandia National Laboratories, and Spaceport America.