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Do you own a business in New Mexico and consider yourself socially responsible, mission-driven, community-minded or all of the above?
If so, SEED NM and AFLEP invite you to join us!
We are hosting our first event on January 14, 2022 to discuss how to achieve a sustainable, equitable economy in New Mexico that works for all. Our focus will be on defining what we mean by “sustainable and equitable economy,” and advancing a conversation about what policies can help in its development.
SEED NM (Sustainable Equitable Economic Democracy NM) is building a sustainable business community in New Mexico, to advocate for urgently needed change in the way we approach economic development. We are eager to connect with businesses of all sizes, from freelancers/solopreneurs to large enterprises.
This event is your opportunity to be part of the conversation regarding economic development in New Mexico, and what direction it should take. Small, community-oriented businesses are often overshadowed by the interests of large, extractive enterprises. SEED NM aims to amplify the collective voice of sustainability-minded business owners and harness our power for change to benefit our communities.
The SEED NM Policy Symposium will be held via Zoom January 14, 2022, and will include speakers and panel discussions on how to coordinate and elevate sustainable, equitable and democratic economic development policies and programs at the local, state and national levels.
Our goals for this event are to connect sustainability-minded businesses, policymakers and organizers; advance the conversation around sustainability and economic development; and gain insights to inform SEED NM’s agenda for 2022.
Please register for this FREE event using the link below.
Sustainable Economy Survey
If you are self-employed (either part-time or full-time) in New Mexico, please fill out our survey to share your perspectives, opinions and needs related to sustainability. The survey is anonymous. We plan to share the results of the survey at the January 14 event.
Take the survey now!
Event Agenda
9am Welcome/Overview
Commissioners Debbie O’Malley/Adriann Barboa, Bernalillo County Commission
David Levine, President, American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN)
9:30am Plenary Panel 1: Sustainable Equitable Economic Development in NM: What We Heard, Where We Are and Where We Need to Go
Results from Survey of NM Small Businesses and Community Members — Eric Griego and Peri Pakroo, SEED NM
State Economic Development Plan and Current Legislation and Proposed for 2022 Session — Sen. Carrie Hamblen, Las Cruces Green ChamberAlbuquerque Sustainable Economy Plan — Damian Lara, Acting Director
10:30am Plenary Panel 2: Policy Agenda for SEED in NM
- Public bank — Angela Merkert, Alliance for Local Economic Prosperity
- Cooperative ownership models — Robin Seydel, Cooperative Catalyst NM
- Climate Justice/Just Transition — Oriana Sandoval, Josue de Luna, Power4NM
- Access to broadband — Gar Clarke, Broadband Manager, State of NM (invited)
- Rural economic development — Bob Mang (Sustainable Santa Fe)
12pm Break
1pm National Speakers
US Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (invited)
David Levine, President American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN)
2pm Plenary Panel 3: Supporting Small Business and Families
- Access to healthcare and coverage — Barbara Webber, Health Action NM (invited)
- Access to child care — Amber Wallin, NM Voices for Children
- Affordable housing — Kelly O’Donnell, Homewise
3:30pm Adjourn
Time
(Friday) 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
15jan10:00 am11:00 amAFLEP Q&A Zoom Sessions – The benefits of a Public Bank for New Mexico
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AFLEP Public Banking Q&A Zoom Sessions What is a Public Bank? How will it work? What are the key benefits for New Mexico? Saturday, January 15 at 10:00am–11:00am |
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AFLEP Public Banking Q&A Zoom Sessions
What is a Public Bank?
How will it work?
What are the key benefits for New Mexico?
Saturday, January 15 at 10:00am–11:00am | Tuesday, January 18 at 5:30pm–6:30pm
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am MT
Location
Zoom Online Webinar
Event Details
Event Details
Opening day of the 2022 New Mexico State Legislature
Time
(Tuesday) 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm MT
18jan5:30 pm6:30 pmAFLEP Q&A Zoom Sessions – The benefits of a Public Bank for New Mexico
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AFLEP Public Banking Q&A Zoom Sessions What is a Public Bank? How will it work? What are the key benefits for New Mexico? Tuesday, January 18 at 5:30pm–6:30pm
Event Details
AFLEP Public Banking Q&A Zoom Sessions
What is a Public Bank?
How will it work?
What are the key benefits for New Mexico?
Tuesday, January 18 at 5:30pm–6:30pm
Time
(Tuesday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm MT
Location
Zoom Online Webinar
february
17feb8:00 am12:00 pmClosing day of the 2022 New Mexico State Legislature
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(Thursday) 8:00 am - 12:00 pm MT
march
02mar(mar 2)9:00 am04(mar 4)3:30 pm2022 LAND & WATER SUMMIT2022 LAND & WATER SUMMIT
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2022 LAND & WATER SUMMIT Pre-Summit Field Trip to Santa Fe Wednesday, March 2,
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2022 LAND & WATER SUMMIT
Pre-Summit Field Trip to Santa Fe
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
Land & Water Summit
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Thurs. & Fri., March 3 & 4, 2022
Land & Water Summit, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center: Thurs. & Fri., March 3 & 4, 2022
Covid-19 Guidelines: The Land and Water Summit (L&WS) will follow all federal, state and local guidelines on Covid-19 in place at the time of the event. Because this event is being held indoors, L&WS is requiring face coverings while inside the building (when not actively eating or drinking). Depending on weather conditions, seating for lunch may be available outside. Hand sanitizer stations will be located throughout the venue. If you’re sick or exhibiting any symptoms leading up to the event, please contact us and we would be happy to help transition your ticket to a virtual ticket. The venue does allow room for social distancing during the event and we request each attendee maintain 6 feet of distance as available.
Time
2 (Wednesday) 9:00 am - 4 (Friday) 3:30 pm MT
Organizer
Land and Water Summitevents@landandwatersummitnm.org Ciudad SWCD, Fiscal Agent • 100 Sun Avenue, Suite 160 • Albuquerque, NM 87109
Upcoming Events
january, 2022
Event Details
Do
Event Details
Do you own a business in New Mexico and consider yourself socially responsible, mission-driven, community-minded or all of the above?
If so, SEED NM and AFLEP invite you to join us!
We are hosting our first event on January 14, 2022 to discuss how to achieve a sustainable, equitable economy in New Mexico that works for all. Our focus will be on defining what we mean by “sustainable and equitable economy,” and advancing a conversation about what policies can help in its development.
SEED NM (Sustainable Equitable Economic Democracy NM) is building a sustainable business community in New Mexico, to advocate for urgently needed change in the way we approach economic development. We are eager to connect with businesses of all sizes, from freelancers/solopreneurs to large enterprises.
This event is your opportunity to be part of the conversation regarding economic development in New Mexico, and what direction it should take. Small, community-oriented businesses are often overshadowed by the interests of large, extractive enterprises. SEED NM aims to amplify the collective voice of sustainability-minded business owners and harness our power for change to benefit our communities.
The SEED NM Policy Symposium will be held via Zoom January 14, 2022, and will include speakers and panel discussions on how to coordinate and elevate sustainable, equitable and democratic economic development policies and programs at the local, state and national levels.
Our goals for this event are to connect sustainability-minded businesses, policymakers and organizers; advance the conversation around sustainability and economic development; and gain insights to inform SEED NM’s agenda for 2022.
Please register for this FREE event using the link below.
Sustainable Economy Survey
If you are self-employed (either part-time or full-time) in New Mexico, please fill out our survey to share your perspectives, opinions and needs related to sustainability. The survey is anonymous. We plan to share the results of the survey at the January 14 event.
Take the survey now!
Event Agenda
9am Welcome/Overview
Commissioners Debbie O’Malley/Adriann Barboa, Bernalillo County Commission
David Levine, President, American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN)
9:30am Plenary Panel 1: Sustainable Equitable Economic Development in NM: What We Heard, Where We Are and Where We Need to Go
Results from Survey of NM Small Businesses and Community Members — Eric Griego and Peri Pakroo, SEED NM
State Economic Development Plan and Current Legislation and Proposed for 2022 Session — Sen. Carrie Hamblen, Las Cruces Green ChamberAlbuquerque Sustainable Economy Plan — Damian Lara, Acting Director
10:30am Plenary Panel 2: Policy Agenda for SEED in NM
- Public bank — Angela Merkert, Alliance for Local Economic Prosperity
- Cooperative ownership models — Robin Seydel, Cooperative Catalyst NM
- Climate Justice/Just Transition — Oriana Sandoval, Josue de Luna, Power4NM
- Access to broadband — Gar Clarke, Broadband Manager, State of NM (invited)
- Rural economic development — Bob Mang (Sustainable Santa Fe)
12pm Break
1pm National Speakers
US Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (invited)
David Levine, President American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN)
2pm Plenary Panel 3: Supporting Small Business and Families
- Access to healthcare and coverage — Barbara Webber, Health Action NM (invited)
- Access to child care — Amber Wallin, NM Voices for Children
- Affordable housing — Kelly O’Donnell, Homewise
3:30pm Adjourn
Time
(Friday) 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
15jan10:00 am11:00 amAFLEP Q&A Zoom Sessions – The benefits of a Public Bank for New Mexico
Event Details
AFLEP Public Banking Q&A Zoom Sessions What is a Public Bank? How will it work? What are the key benefits for New Mexico? Saturday, January 15 at 10:00am–11:00am |
Event Details
AFLEP Public Banking Q&A Zoom Sessions
What is a Public Bank?
How will it work?
What are the key benefits for New Mexico?
Saturday, January 15 at 10:00am–11:00am | Tuesday, January 18 at 5:30pm–6:30pm
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am MT
Location
Zoom Online Webinar
Event Details
Event Details
Opening day of the 2022 New Mexico State Legislature
Time
(Tuesday) 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm MT
18jan5:30 pm6:30 pmAFLEP Q&A Zoom Sessions – The benefits of a Public Bank for New Mexico
Event Details
AFLEP Public Banking Q&A Zoom Sessions What is a Public Bank? How will it work? What are the key benefits for New Mexico? Tuesday, January 18 at 5:30pm–6:30pm
Event Details
AFLEP Public Banking Q&A Zoom Sessions
What is a Public Bank?
How will it work?
What are the key benefits for New Mexico?
Tuesday, January 18 at 5:30pm–6:30pm
Time
(Tuesday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm MT
Location
Zoom Online Webinar
Challenging Misinformation About a NM State Public Bank
Challenging Misinformation About a NM State Public Bank
By Retake Our Democracy | February 11, 2021
Angela Merkert, Executive Director of Alliance for Local Economic Prosperity spoke on Saturday with Paul Gibson on Retake Our Democracy on KSFR Santa Fe Public Radio about what a State Public Bank is, and what it isn’t.
Episode: Everyone deserves a public bank
“I had the good fortune to work on this initiative before Bernie kidnapped all my time. This is one of those no-brainer initiatives that only the 1% could oppose. It has the potential to save the state millions of dollars by vastly reducing the cost of its bonds to improve infrastructure funding. in a public bank, our state funds can be used to build our local economy and our local infrastructure.”
– Paul Gibson
Retake Our Democracy