Raton Regional Economic Development Summit Featured Panel of the Week:
Collaborative Economic Development Strategies through the NCNMEDD CEDS
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October 28–29, 2025
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Free Registration
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Raton Convention Center
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Visit: ratonnm.gov/summit
What does it take to make smart, strategic decisions for local economic growth?
This week’s featured panel dives into the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for Northern New Mexico—and how you can use it to guide your work, unlock funding, and strengthen your community.
Join North Central New Mexico Economic Development District (NCNMEDD) and Better City as they unpack the data, insights, and community-driven strategies shaping the region’s economic future.
Collaborative Economic Development Strategies through the NCNMEDD CEDS
Panelists will cover:
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The five-pillar strategy guiding regional investment
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A first look at the 2026–2030 CEDS for North Central New Mexico
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How to align your projects with CEDS priorities for stronger collaboration and funding eligibility
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A new interactive dashboard to help local governments, nonprofits, and regional planners track progress and access critical data
Featured Speakers:
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Eric Gibson, Economist & Data Analyst, Better City: Introducing the forthcoming CEDS and launching the CEDS Data + Progress Dashboard
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Felicity Fonseca, Community Development Director, NCNMEDD: Explaining how the five-pillar framework—housing, infrastructure, workforce, diversification, and collaboration—is rooted in deep community engagement and economic data
Why This Matters to You:
A CEDS isn’t just a report—it’s a regional roadmap for where we’re going and how we’ll get there. Aligning your work with the CEDS means:
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Increased access to federal and state funding
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Stronger regional partnerships
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Clearer understanding of local needs and economic trends
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Greater visibility and buy-in for your projects
Don’t miss this important session—RSVP today for the full summit:
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