Want to help your child have more choices for college—and make it more affordable? Join us for a special presentation just for parents!

You’ll learn 5 easy ways to set your student up for college success. We’ll talk about why starting early can help your child discover their best career path, find scholarships, and lower college costs. Our team has helped thousands of students get into great colleges and win big scholarships.

Come hear real stories of students who found their path early and opened doors to amazing opportunities! Give your child the chance to dream big—and make it happen.

Who should come?
Parents of 8th–11th grade students (but all are welcome!)

What you’ll learn:

• How early planning leads to more college and career choices

• Simple steps to boost scholarship chances

• Ways to help your student shine on applications

• How families saved money by starting early

Don’t miss this parent-approved event! Secure your spot and give your child the gift of a bright future.
The event is free but registration is required. There are only 25 spots available.

Want to help your child have more choices for college—and make it more affordable? Join us for a special presentation just for parents!

You’ll learn 5 easy ways to set your student up for college success. We’ll talk about why starting early can help your child discover their best career path, find scholarships, and lower college costs. Our team has helped thousands of students get into great colleges and win big scholarships.

Come hear real stories of students who found their path early and opened doors to amazing opportunities! Give your child the chance to dream big—and make it happen.

Who should come?
Parents of 8th–11th grade students (but all are welcome!)

What you’ll learn:

• How early planning leads to more college and career choices

• Simple steps to boost scholarship chances

• Ways to help your student shine on applications

• How families saved money by starting early

Don’t miss this parent-approved event! Secure your spot and give your child the gift of a bright future.
The event is free but registration is required. There are only 25 spots available.

Want to help your child have more choices for college—and make it more affordable? Join us for a special presentation just for parents!

You’ll learn 5 easy ways to set your student up for college success. We’ll talk about why starting early can help your child discover their best career path, find scholarships, and lower college costs. Our team has helped thousands of students get into great colleges and win big scholarships.

Come hear real stories of students who found their path early and opened doors to amazing opportunities! Give your child the chance to dream big—and make it happen.

Who should come?
Parents of 8th–11th grade students (but all are welcome!)

What you’ll learn:

• How early planning leads to more college and career choices

• Simple steps to boost scholarship chances

• Ways to help your student shine on applications

• How families saved money by starting early

Don’t miss this parent-approved event! Secure your spot and give your child the gift of a bright future.
The event is free but registration is required. There are only 25 spots available.

Want to help your child have more choices for college—and make it more affordable? Join us for a special presentation just for parents!

You’ll learn 5 easy ways to set your student up for college success. We’ll talk about why starting early can help your child discover their best career path, find scholarships, and lower college costs. Our team has helped thousands of students get into great colleges and win big scholarships.

Come hear real stories of students who found their path early and opened doors to amazing opportunities! Give your child the chance to dream big—and make it happen.

Who should come?
Parents of 8th–11th grade students (but all are welcome!)

What you’ll learn:

• How early planning leads to more college and career choices

• Simple steps to boost scholarship chances

• Ways to help your student shine on applications

• How families saved money by starting early

Don’t miss this parent-approved event! Secure your spot and give your child the gift of a bright future.
The event is free but registration is required. There are only 25 spots available.

📢 Public Announcement: Procurement Matchmaking Roundtable – June 12, 2025

The Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce proudly invites you to attend the Procurement Matchmaking Roundtable on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Hispano Chamber campus!

This one-of-a-kind event is designed to connect small, minority-, and women-owned businesses directly with local, state, federal, and private-sector procurement buyers through focused, one-on-one matchmaking sessions. Whether you're looking to grow your business, learn about upcoming contracting opportunities, or build relationships with purchasing professionals—this event is for you!

Event Highlights:
✔️ Meet face-to-face with procurement officers
✔️ Learn how to get certified and become contract-ready
✔️ Connect with business resources and support organizations
✔️ Free to attend, registration required

📍 Location: Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce
📅 Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🔗 Register Now: https://forms.gle/y1QZa3bxPZ3pAi5p7 

Don't miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level. Space is limited—register today and be part of Albuquerque’s growing procurement ecosystem!

For more information, please contact Tashina Silversmith at Tashina@ahcnm.org or call (505) 842-9003.

Confirmed Participating Agencies:
City of Albuquerque – Department of Finance & Administrative Services
Bernalillo County Procurement (invited)
University of New Mexico Purchasing Department
Cooperative Educational Services (CES)
​New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT)
MONTECH Inc.
Sandia National Laboratories – Small Business Office
New Mexico Procurement Technical Assistance Center (NM PTAC)
SBA New Mexico District Office
NM Economic Development Department 
CNM Purchasing
Los Alamos National Laboratories (LANL)
PNM Resources
City of Santa Fe Purchasing
Arrowhead SBIR/STTR
Kirtland Air Force Base 377^th MSG/MSG
Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC)
B:Side Capital & B:Side Fund
Navajo Nation Division of Economic Development
New Mexico Army National Guard/Air National Guard
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Lenders & Lunch: Access to Capital for Small Business Owners

Funding Your Future: Creciendo Juntos with B:Side Fund & Capital ("Growing Together")

Sponsored by B:Side Fund & Capital

• Understand the different types of small business loans offered by B:Side Fund & Capital, and which are best suited for their business needs
• Learn how to prepare a strong loan application, including organizing financials, writing a business narrative, and gathering key documents.
• Gain clarity on lender expectations and how to avoid common pitfalls that lead to application delays or denials.
• Explore the tools and technical support available through B:Side University for continued business success.
• Begin or complete their own loan application with hands-on guidance and real-time feedback.