WESST BLOG

Congratulations, Agnes! December 5, 2024 Agnes Noonan Retirement Celebration

On December 5, 2024, we gathered with friends from far and wide to celebrate the retirement of WESST’s President of 33 years, Agnes Noonan. Agnes is a visionary nonprofit leader in our community and a trailblazer for women and all New Mexicans who want to start and grow a small business. The WESST Enterprise Center was filled with people who have been inspired and impacted by Agnes’s leadership.   We were thrilled to welcome many community leaders and friends of WESST and Agnes who shared stories and well wishes at the retirement celebration, including the…

 
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WESST Pop-up Shop Spotlight: 3BlindMiceCrochet

After a two-year hiatus, WESST is excited to host the 5th annual pop-up shop  (Oct. 14th 11a-4p, 609 Broadway Blvd NE) where you can shop locally and find unique Made in New Mexico products and…

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20 Years of Support and Service – Thank You Julie Brown!

Longtime WESST donor and volunteer Julienne “Julie” Brown calls herself a “Jersey Girl,” but she’s lived all over! Julie went to school in New York City where she met her husband, John, and they’ve lived…

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WESST Pop-up Shop Spotlight: Minu Jewels

After a two-year hiatus, WESST is excited to host the 5th annual pop-up shop  (Oct. 14th 11a-4p, 609 Broadway Blvd NE) where you can shop locally and find unique Made in New Mexico products and…

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Announcing WESST’s “Beyond the Living Wall Fund”

WESST is proud to support the creative artists who make New Mexico a uniquely beautiful and vibrant place to live. We’re excited to launch WESST’s Beyond the Living Wall Fund, which will support WESST’s work…

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WESST Pop-up Shop Spotlight: Rio Refills

After a two-year hiatus, WESST is excited to host the 5th annual pop-up shop  (Oct. 14th 11a-4p, 609 Broadway Blvd NE) where you can shop locally and find unique Made in New Mexico products and…

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WESST Pop-Up Shop Spotlight: TinCan Fabric and Textile

After a two-year hiatus, WESST is excited to host the 5th annual pop-up shop  (Oct. 14th 11a-4p, 609 Broadway Blvd NE) where you can shop locally and find unique Made in New Mexico products and…

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WESST Pop-Up Shop Vendor Spotlight: Kokopelli Design Studio

After a two-year hiatus, WESST is excited to host the 5th annual pop-up shop (Oct. 14th 11a-4p, 609 Broadway Blvd NE) where you can shop locally and find unique Made in New Mexico products and…

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WESST Pop-Up Shop Vendor Spotlight: Worthington Farms

After a two-year hiatus, WESST is excited to host the 5th annual pop-up shop (Oct. 14th 11a-4p, 609 Broadway Blvd NE) where you can shop locally and find unique Made in New Mexico products and…

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Fuel Cost-Saving Tips for Small Businesses

The high price of fuel is creating rising prices for all kinds of goods and services as businesses struggle to cover their costs. Small businesses that use vehicles as part of their daily operations will…

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LaDonna Hopkins: A Fond Remembrance

A Fond Farewell I first met LaDonna Hopkins at a community event in 2008.    I was immediately struck by how focused she was on me as we stood and talked in the middle of a…

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“Leadership IS the Difference” – A Conversation with Bettye Pressley

One of my favorite aspects of working at WESST is getting to know our supporters who make this work possible. I’ve especially enjoyed getting to know Bettye Pressley through our regular phone calls. Bettye always…

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Celebrating WESST Clients at Happy ½ Hours

In-person gatherings are back, but virtual gatherings are here to stay! WESST is pleased to have hosted two of our virtual “Happy ½ Hour” events in 2022, where we heard from our clients and showed…

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