Did you know? There are resources in New Mexico to help YOU and your business get "tech-savvy"!

"WESST Technology Toolkit, launched by PNM Job Growth Initiative, is a program that will help New Mexico entrepreneurs effectively incorporate technology tools that will move their business to the next level. The essential elements of the Toolkit are training workshops that teach these technology tools and access to streamlined loans to help entrepreneurs incorporate technology into their business.

Group Training and Education offers:

• Focus on obtaining or enhancing an online presence of small businesses as well as how to effectively incorporate technology tools into your business.
• Sample classes include Web Marketing and Social Media, E-Commerce, Mobile Tools for Marketing & Productivity, QuickBooks and Financial Tools for small businesses.
  • Introduction to Crowdfunding
  • Social Media 101
  • Computer Security for Small Businesses
  • Web Marketing 101
  • Public Relations for an Online Media World
  • Online Reputation Management
  • QuickBooks Pro for Beginners
  • Mobile Tools for Marketing and Productivity
  • Financial Tools for Small Business

One-on-One Consulting

• Tailored business research, analysis, assistance, and advice provided in a one-on-one setting (either in person or by phone or Skype).

Tech Loans

• $500 to $5,000 loans for tech purchases (hardware, software, web development)
• 5.5% and ability to lower rate if entrepreneur attends technology training classes
• Short turn around; streamlined application
  
  To learn more visit the WESST website and special appreciation goes to:
  Launching Partner, PNM, and Sustaining Partners Hearst Foundations and  Wells Fargo.

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