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Workforce readiness training prepares youth workers for Carlsbad employers

Monday, May 16, 2022

ALBUQUERQUE – Students aged 15 and up in Carlsbad, New Mexico, earned up to $200 for attending a workforce readiness training program and accepting jobs with local employers as part of a project aimed at providing youth with valuable work experience, and an effort to address immediate workforce needs throughout the city. The program, Youth Workforce Strong, was developed through a partnership between the New Mexico Workforce Connection, Carlsbad Municipal Schools, New Mexico Restaurant Association, Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, and the Departments of Workforce Solutions and Tourism. Over 100 students attended the Youth Workforce Strong job fair which took place at Carlsba...

Economic Development Week: Carlsbad, New Mexico, Announces Record Growth

Monday, May 09, 2022

It’s Economic Development Week! Created in 2016 by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), EDW recognizes the unique role that economic development organizations have in creating flourishing communities. The Carlsbad Department of Development (CDOD) is doing the work every day to support our business owners and residents by working as the primary marketing engine for Eddy County, New Mexico. Here, companies are succeeding. A balanced approach to industrial growth combined with a tourism industry that attracts adventurers and nature-lovers alike produces incredible growth opportunities for real estate developers, retailers, restaurants, hotels, and other businesses. Carlsbad and Eddy County Growth by the Numbers Accordin...

Retail, Restaurants Continue to Grow in Carlsbad, New Mexico

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Carlsbad, NM, March 2022 – Growth in Carlsbad continues at a high rate. Already boasting the fastest growth in the state at 15.8% according to the most recent US Census numbers, Carlsbad has a number of new retail and restaurant businesses opening in 2022. Coupled with a balanced approach to industrial growth, area residents and leaders are primed for more. The Carlsbad Department of Development (CDOD) works as the primary business recruiting tool for the Carlsbad market. The CDOD is preparing to attend the International Council of Shopping Center’s (ICSC) Red River show taking place March 30th through April 1st. Thousand...

What the Trucking Action Plan Means for Logistics in Carlsbad, NM

Friday, March 18, 2022

Distribution and logistics are vital industries in Carlsbad — the main hub for the Delaware Basin — because of its location advantages. Nestled in the heart of Southeastern New Mexico, the city is a transportation hub with US-62/180 and US-285 intersecting within the city limits. Carlsbad US 62 connects El Paso, Texas, to Buffalo, New York; US 180 runs from the Grand Canyon to Weatherford, Texas; and US 285 links Sanderson, Texas, with Denver, Colorado. Furthermore, each of the routes through Carlsbad connects to major interstate thoroughfares such as I-10 and I-40. Further assets for distribution include abundant rail acces...

Financial Wellness in Carlsbad, NM: Membership Has Its Benefits

Friday, January 28, 2022

Small business owners have such endless to-do lists that sometimes even important things like finance management can go neglected, but the new year brings new resolutions and goals. January is “Financial Wellness Month,” the perfect time to address the financial wellness of your business. What exactly does financial wellness mean? Basically, it’s the ability to confidently manage your financial resources to meet your needs and business goals. Some questions to consider when assessing your business include: How do you control and record day-to-day finances? Do you have enough cushion to handle most financial emergencies? What is your plan for responsible debt management? Have you se...

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Our population is growing. Developers can benefit from an increased demand in housing, retail, and other amenities.

Carlsbad is the best emerging economy in New Mexico thanks to our diverse group of businesses and forward-thinking residents.

We are an active community with immediate access to beautiful natural resources, hiking, boating, swimming, fishing, and more.

Carlsbad residents enjoy a low cost of living. At only 93% of the national average, our residents have more money to spend doing things they love.

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Our population is growing. Developers can benefit from an increased demand in housing, retail, and other amenities.

Carlsbad is the best emerging economy in New Mexico thanks to our diverse group of businesses and forward-thinking residents.

We are an active community with immediate access to beautiful natural resources, hiking, boating, swimming, fishing, and more.

Carlsbad residents enjoy a low cost of living. At only 93% of the national average, our residents have more money to spend doing things they love.