Economic incentives Leverage NM EDDs extensive tax cuts and incentive programs (LED A, JTIP, High Wage Jobs Tax Credit, Investment Tax Credit, R&D Tax Credit, Industrial Revenue Bonds) to position NM as a cost-effective location for expansions, relocations, and job creation opportunities for target clients.

Strategic location Promote New Mexico’s proximity to West Coast, Mexico, Texas, mountain states, and Midwest as a logistics and supply-chain hub for manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and tech sectors seeking regional access and risk diversification.

Defense and tech growth Capitalize on recent investments in defense manufacturing campus and V2G electrification partnerships to target aerospace, defense contractors, grid modernization firms, and clean energy technology companies seeking collaboration or expansion in NM.

Workforce programs Highlight the enhanced Job Training Incentive Program and other workforce initiatives to address client needs for skilled labor, training reimbursements, and rapid ramp-up of manufacturing or R&D operations.

Sustainability & partnerships Leverage NM partnerships in land stewardship, energy, and community initiatives to align with corporate ESG goals, collaborate with foundations and cultural institutions, and support long-term ecosystem development that can attract mission-driven firms.