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Comcast is Making Internet Access Possible for Low-income New Mexicans

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Having internet access in the home is essential for many important opportunities, including:

Job research and applications
Health care information
Online educational opportunities for both children and adults
Ease of comparing purchase prices and finding the best deals
Manage finances or research other things that would be a benefit

Low-income households often can’t afford internet access. So, many are left without access to the great resources they can find online.

Internet access for $9.95 a month

To combat the disparity for low-income New Mexicans, six years ago Comcast introduced their Internet Essentials Program (the information is also available in Spanish.) Since the program’s founding, Comcast New Mexico has connected more than 88,000 New Mexicans (in 22,000 households) for $9.95 a month plus tax, most for the first time.
New Mexicans can qualify for the program if they have at least one child who is eligible for the National School Lunch Program, or if they receive HUD housing assistance.
The program also includes an option to purchase an Internet-ready computer for less than $150 and access to free digital literacy training in print, online and in person.

Increased Internet Service Speed

This year, new and existing customers can enjoy increased speeds of up to 15/2 Mbps. This speed is adequate for three devices to stream an HD video at the same time.
Also, participants in the program will receive 40 hours of free WiFi access via Xfinity WiFi hotspots. A hotspot is a wireless connection available outside the home. So, users can take their laptops with them and find a hotspot for internet access. Also, instead of relying on cell data for mobile devices like phones, users can connect to a hotspot.

We’re proud to say that Comcast New Mexico is a partner and member of the NMTC. If you’re interested in becoming a member of NMTC, check out our member page.

Mia Petersen2017-08-22T16:07:26+00:00August 22nd, 2017|

Exit Strategies Series – Using Succession As An Exit Strategy

Dynamic Growth Business Resource
The Exit Strategies Series offers five fact-filled sessions designed to give you information on everything you need to know before deciding on when and how to buy or sell your business or engage in succession planning. Gather a wealth of information from the experts in each two-hour session.
Fee & Registration
Sessions are $49 each or $199 for the entire series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Light breakfast and beverages provided
USING SUCCESSION AS AN EXIT STRATEGY
Have you ever thought about using Succession Planning as an exit strategy? This session explores the circumstances in which that would work as the best exit strategy. You’ll learn how to design a succession transaction that is win/win for owners and successors, then you’ll use a hands-on exercise to make sure that this plan will work for you. Build a timeline and progressive process for implementation.
• Circumstances which dictate succession as the best exit strategy
• Succession transactions that are win/wins for owners and successors
• Determination if a business can pursue succession as an exit strategy
• Designing a progressive process for implementation
Instructor: Michael Podolny

Michael Podolny, Succession Planning

Michael Podolny

Michael Podolny is the founder and President of The Podolny Group, Inc., a consulting business with offices in Chicago, IL and Albuquerque, NM specializing in assisting owners in getting the highest value from their businesses when they decide to exit.
Michael Podolny has over 35 years of experience working with business sale and succession issues. With a track record of having closed transactions with a value well over $500 million, he understands the realities of what it takes to get desired outcomes for business owners.
This series is offered by by:

Mia Petersen2016-02-27T21:27:50+00:00June 21st, 2016|

Exit Strategies Series – Employee Stock Option Plans

The Exit Strategies Series offers five fact-filled sessions designed to give you information on everything you need to know before deciding on when and how to buy or sell your business or engage in succession planning. Gather a wealth of information from the experts in each two-hour session.
Fee & Registration
Sessions are $49 each or $199 for the entire series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Light breakfast and beverages provided
EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTION PLANS:
Have you ever considered an ESOP for your business? This session will give you the history and background of ESOPs while giving you a heads up on what it is and what it isn’t as well as the business characteristics needed before considering an ESOP for your company. In this session you’ll gain valuable information on the advantages and disadvantages and discuss the possible benefits to employees. You’ll hear success stories and gain access to resources that you can use after you leave the session.
• What it is and what it isn’t
• History and background
• Important business characteristics before having an ESOP
• Advantages and disadvantages to business owners
• Benefits to employees
• Success stories
• Available reference information and resources
Instructor: Dennis Houston

Dennis Houston

Dennis Houston, Business Sale Process; Acquiring a Business; Employee Stock Option Plans
Dennis Houston is CMA and president of True North Business Navigation Professionals. His executive career as a Controller, CFO, Vice-President, and corporate officer has spanned over thirty years and includes positions in private industry working at Enviro, Ktech Corp, and General Technology Corp. His career also includes working as a private consultant for mid-market business owners planning exit strategies and representing them in the sale of their businesses. He has supported Albuquerque Economic Development and the City of Albuquerque in local existing business development program efforts for the past ten years.
This series is offered by by:

Mia Petersen2016-02-27T21:22:56+00:00May 17th, 2016|

Connect to Success with Albuquerque Economic Development

REGISTER TODAY. AND GET READY TO TAKE YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL!
When it comes to growing a business, you face more demands than ever. Get help from the experts at AED’s Connect To Success workshop in Albuquerque. At this event, you’ll hear about programs that can save you money, learn how to take advantage of financial tools, and gain advice on building your workforce. It’s a must-attend event for CEOs, CFOs, HR managers and other decision-makers.
Attendees may choose between two educational tracks:

Track 1, Financial Tools for Business Growth, will cover small business loans, equipment leasing, working with alternative lenders and using new markets tax credits.
Track 2, Building Your Workforce, will feature sessions about New Mexico employment law, successful hiring practices, and working with UNM and CNM to find talented employees. Attendees also will learn how to take advantage of New Mexico’s Job Training Incentive Program, which reimburses qualified businesses for the cost of training new employees.

Mia Petersen2016-04-05T19:14:57+00:00May 12th, 2016|

Exit Strategies Series – Acquiring a Business

The Exit Strategies Series offers five fact-filled sessions designed to give you information on everything you need to know before deciding on when and how to buy or sell your business or engage in succession planning. Gather a wealth of information from the experts in each two-hour session.
Fee & Registration
Sessions are $49 each or $199 for the entire series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Light breakfast and beverages provided
ACQUIRING A BUSINESS:
This session provides a comprehensive framework for selling your business. Take a look at the involvement of business brokers vs. investment bankers. Then ask yourself a series of questions to make sure you’ve covered all the bases. Who needs to be on the team? What’s your timeframe? What part of the business are you selling? Examine components like assets or stock. Consider the marketplace and explore what makes one business more saleable than another, then define your transaction structure including price and terms. This two hour session is designed to save you time and effort in meeting your goal.
• The Selling Process: Business Brokers vs. Investment Bankers
• Creating a team to sell a business
• Timeframe for selling
• Key marketplace variables that make one business more sell-able than another
• Selling assets vs. selling stock
• Transaction Structure: Price and Terms
Instructor: Dennis Houston

Dennis Houston

Dennis Houston, Business Sale Process; Acquiring a Business; Employee Stock Option Plans
Dennis Houston is CMA and president of True North Business Navigation Professionals. His executive career as a Controller, CFO, Vice-President, and corporate officer has spanned over thirty years and includes positions in private industry working at Enviro, Ktech Corp, and General Technology Corp. His career also includes working as a private consultant for mid-market business owners planning exit strategies and representing them in the sale of their businesses. He has supported Albuquerque Economic Development and the City of Albuquerque in local existing business development program efforts for the past ten years.

This series is offered by by:

Mia Petersen2016-02-27T21:13:33+00:00April 19th, 2016|

Exit Strategies Series – Business Sales Process

The Exit Strategies Series offers five fact-filled sessions designed to give you information on everything you need to know before deciding on when and how to buy or sell your business or engage in succession planning. Gather a wealth of information from the experts in each two-hour session.
Fee & Registration
Sessions are $49 each or $199 for the entire series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Light breakfast and beverages provided
BUSINESS SALES PROCESS
This session provides a comprehensive framework for selling your business. Take a look at the involvement of business brokers vs. investment bankers. Then ask yourself a series of questions to make sure you’ve covered all the bases. Who needs to be on the team? What’s your timeframe? What part of the business are you selling? Examine components like assets or stock. Consider the marketplace and explore what makes one business more saleable than another, then define your transaction structure including price and terms. This two hour session is designed to save you time and effort in meeting your goal.
• The Selling Process: Business Brokers vs. Investment Bankers
• Creating a team to sell a business
• Timeframe for selling
• Key marketplace variables that make one business more sell-able than another
• Selling assets vs. selling stock
• Transaction Structure: Price and Terms
Instructor: Dennis Houston

Dennis Houston

Dennis Houston, Business Sale Process; Acquiring a Business; Employee Stock Option Plans
Dennis Houston is CMA and president of True North Business Navigation Professionals. His executive career as a Controller, CFO, Vice-President, and corporate officer has spanned over thirty years and includes positions in private industry working at Enviro, Ktech Corp, and General Technology Corp. His career also includes working as a private consultant for mid-market business owners planning exit strategies and representing them in the sale of their businesses. He has supported Albuquerque Economic Development and the City of Albuquerque in local existing business development program efforts for the past ten years.
This series is offered by by:

Mia Petersen2016-02-25T21:13:44+00:00March 15th, 2016|

Commercial Real Estate – Lease vs. Purchase, Design/Build & Financing Options

Come and Learn:

How to make the decision to Lease vs. Purchase commercial real estate and the steps to take
When designing and building your commercial space makes sense and the process involved
The top considerations when leasing or purchasing commercial space and how to avoid making the wrong decisions
How to finance commercial real estate

Presenters:

Ray Regan, Broker, Realty One of NM
Kirk McWethy, CEO, SDV Construction, Inc.
Steve Carruthers, Business Development Officer, Enchantment Land CDC
Jami Grindatto, President & CEO, Sandoval Economic Alliance

Light breakfast and beverages provided
Fee: $39.00
If you would prefer to not use PayPal, please contact Wendy Ederer at 505-238-3004 to register
by phone.

Presented by the DGBRC and the Sandoval Economic Alliance (SEA)

Mia Petersen2016-02-27T21:08:14+00:00March 9th, 2016|