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A member of the New Mexico Small Business Development Center Network (NMSBDC) and partnership with the U.S. Small Business Association.
We are committed to providing quality direct assistance, entrepreneurial education and resource links for potential and existing small businesses to strengthen the economy of New Mexico. Whether you already own a small business or are thinking about becoming an entrepreneur, the Small Business Development at New Mexico State University can help you climb the ladder of success. The SBDC offers FREE management consulting, training course (nominal fees may apply), and government procurement assistance for western New Mexico business.
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Ross C. Marquez has been named outstanding client of the year by the Grants Small Business Development Center, affiliated with the New Mexico State University. Mr. Marquez was honored on January 27 in a special ceremony at the State Capitol.
As a youth, Ross Marquez began handcrafting his own unique line of leather products at home for himself, family and friends. His leather creations include wallets, chaps and may styles of belts. Acting upon his talent and his dreams of becoming an entrepreneur, he decided to go into business. In 1997 he began to realize his dream by purchasing a buidling at 110 W. Santa Fe Avenue in Grants. He opened his doors on September 30, 1997. Now, eleven years later, his business, Grants Boot and Saddle Shop, still thrives and he continues to enjoy his talent for creating and providing leather products.
Mr. Marquez attributes much of his success to a man named Joe Ward. "When I was growing up, " Mr. Marquez says, "I had a wonderful mentor, my first boss Joe, who owned a meat processing plant named C-B Lockers. Mr. Ward taught me what hard work is and showed me other beneficial things that helped me become the person I am today."
"As a business owner, I watch the ecomony and how it is doing. I try to assist my customers, and I feel that is my best quality. I give my customers good deals on products and because of that, they come back." Regarding the western wear, boots, hats, belts, shirts and other products he carries, he says, "I try to keep it real for the working cowboys and cowgirls and also for the European tourists who want the 'real thing.'"
Mr. Marquez has deep roots in the community. His commitment to the area is visible in the Route 66 logo on his store front, which has helped to increase business traffic to his store. He continues to remain active in the community by participating in fund-raising for rodeo sports and giving support for the "younger cowpokes."
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NMSU-Grants Campus
Small Business Development Center SBDC
A sincere thank you to all whose support and dedication made our Center a reality. A special thank you goes to Retired Senator Joseph A. Fidel, who obtained the legislative appropriation for the purchase and remodeling of the new NMSU Grants Small Business Development Center.
As we move forward into our new office space, we recently received our classroom desks, chairs, and a portion of our IT equipment. Our IT equipment will include laptops to be used by clients for computer classes that will support their entrepreneurial endeavors. We currently have two computer work stations, work rooms for planning and counseling, and have plans to expand our library resources. The new building houses classroom space that has a maximum occupancy of 35 students. Should you find yourself in our area, please come by visit and say hello or if we can be of service our doors are always open.
NMSU-Grants Small Business Development Center
701 E. Roosevelt Avenue
Grants, New Mexico 87020-2113
(505) 287-8221
(505) 287-2125 fax
Office hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., M-F
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FREE SERVICES
The NMSU-Grants SBDC is the place to visit for friendly, professional counseling. There is no charge for our services and rest assured that all counseling and support is confidential.
GOALS
- Serving the New Mexico Cibola County area
- Helping new businesses get off to a good start
- Helping existing businesses become more successful
- Providing a full business consulting services
COUNSELING
NMSU at Grants Small Business Development Center offers group and one-on-one counseling on a wide range of business topics.
For the Inexperienced Business Person
Understand local and state regulatory requirements,including taxes.
Learn how to develop a business plan.
Explore financing options.
Learn how to keep financial records.
For the Experienced Business Person
Improve your business and management skills.
Create alternatives for solving business problems.
Investigate financing options
Other Areas of Counseling
Business Start-Ups and Feasibility Studies
Organization Planning and Analysis
Business Loans and Loan Packaging
Budget & Cash Flow Analysis
Marketing & Sales Planning
Computer & MIS Systems
Accounting & Taxes
Customer Service
RESOURCES
NMSU at Grants Small Business Development Center offers a wealth of resources.
Volunteer and paid counseling from business and industry leaders
Limited access to on-site experts in technical areas such as legal, financial, and investment services
Free access to census data and other statistical information
Access to computers and specialized computer programs to aid you in the operation of your business
REFERRALS
NMSU at Grants Small Business Development Center provides referral services to our clients through internal and external service providers.
Individual Business Counseling
Manufacturing & Production
Project Management
Training & Development
Organizational Development
Human Resource Management
Computer Use & Selection
Legal Aid
Health & Safety
Personnel
Taxes
Research
Marketing
Proposals
Communications
Contracts
Accounting
FEES
NMSU at Grants Small Business Development Center does not charge for counseling services. Fees may apply for workshops, seminars, and contract training.
WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS
NMSU at Grants Small Business Development Center provides workshops and seminars on a variety of subjects. Nominal fees may apply.
Financial Management
Marketing
Income & Payroll Taxes
Business Plan Preparation
Gross Receipts Taxes
Customer Service
Workers Compensation
CONTRACT TRAINING
NMSU at Grants Small Business Development Center will custom design workshops/training seminars for you and your employees. Nominal fees may apply.
Management Seminars
Human Relation Seminars
Employee Training Seminars
Learning Skills Seminars
Writing Skills Seminars
Other Seminars as Requested
EDUCATION
Some courses available through the Center are eligible for college credit.
Local Business Partners
- Cibola Communities Economic Development Foundation
- Grants/Cibola County Chamber of Commerce
- NMSU-Grants
- Future Foundation Partnership
- Business Retention and Expansion Task Force
- Mainstreet Grants
- Future Families Foundation
- Grants State Bank
- Cibola Foundation, Inc.
- First Community Bank
- Wells Fargo Bank
- Acoma Business Enterprise
- Acoma Pueblo Taxation Office
- Laguna Partners for Success
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SBDC Staff
Clemente Sanchez, Director
Geraldine Ortiz, Business Advisor
Pattie Alexander, Administrative Assistant
Contact
Small Business Development Center
New Mexico State University-Grants
701 E. Roosevelt
Grants, NM 87020
(505) 287-8221
(505) 287-2125 fax
Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, M-F
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