WESST Press Releases
WESST Hires New President
WESST is pleased to announce Lindsey Kay as its new President, starting on January 1, 2025. Lindsey brings over 14 years of demonstrated experience as a leader and entrepreneur. At age 24, she founded Paws…
WESST President Retiring at Year-End
The long-time President of WESST, Agnes Noonan, will be retiring at the end of the year, fulfilling a 33-year career with the organization. She joined WESST in 1991, two years after the organization was founded…
WESST Welcomes Lindsey Kay as VP of Client Services
Having exited her role as Executive Director of Paws and Stripes just this past May, Lindsey Kay is excited to be the newest member of the WESST team. Since founding Paws and Stripes in 2010,…
WESST Announces Board of Director Changes
WESST is pleased to announce the election of new members and officers for its 2024 Board of Directors. 2024 officers are Cheryl Hardt, CBRE – Chair; Mariam Bruce, Gridworks/Affordable Solar – Vice Chair; Mike Lowrimore,…
WESST announced as Ambassador for Bra Recyclers, empowering sustainability, and social impact.
WESST, a longtime advocate for sustainable practices and social responsibility, is proud to announce its partnership with The Bra Recyclers as their first official Ambassador in New Mexico. This collaboration will foster an environment of…
The Studio at WESST Awarded a 44th Annual Telly Award
We are pleased to announce the Studio at WESST has been awarded a Bronze Telly award in the Local TV- Not-For Profit Category for WESST’s The Place to Start and Grow Your Business Campaign. The…
WESST Hosts “Beyond the Living Wall” Mural Revealing and Ribbon Cutting Celebration
WESST, a non-profit economic development organization, is now the home to of one of the largest indoor murals in Albuquerque. WESST is hosting its Mural Reveal and Ribbon Cutting Celebration event on Thursday, March 9th,…
WESST Announces Board of Director Changes
WESST is pleased to announce the election of new members and officers for its 2023 Board of Directors. 2023 officers are Cara Gordon Potter, Gordon Electric Supply, Inc. – Chair; Cheryl Hardt, CBRE – Vice-Chair;…
WESST Welcomes New Employees and Celebrates Promotion
WESST announces the hiring of two new employees and the promotion of one. Wendy Stein, Santa Fe Regional Manager – Wendy worked in education, health and wellness, community development, video game design, and as a…
WESST Pop-Up Shop is Back in Downtown Albuquerque
The WESST Pop-up Shop returns after a two-year hiatus thanks to the generous support of PNC Bank! This year’s event will occur outside at 609 Broadway Blvd NE (Broadway and Lomas) on Friday, October 14th,…