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Because Community Matters…

Thu, 07/16/2009 - 11:11am — mmerrigan

Jeff Milchen, Outreach Director for the American Independent Business Alliance talks softly and carries a big stick of passion wherever he goes: passion for locally owned, independent businesses and the organizations that support and promote them.

Local Community Celebrates with Burque Blooming Bash

Sun, 05/03/2009 - 10:29am — mmerrigan

Just Sprinklers located on Montgomery just west of Eubank hosted AIBA’s fourth annual Burque Blooming event last week.

(NOTE: Some might remember a Just Sprinklers grand opening in 2008 at this location. Great memory. This was a repeat venue!)

Last Tuesday’s headliner, Fred Mondragon, Secretary of the New Mexico Department of Economic Development, spoke briefly about the importance of recruiting, retaining, starting and growing local businesses.

How can I show support for AIBA?

Thu, 04/16/2009 - 1:01pm — mmerrigan

This question (How can I show support for AIBA) came up at a recent committee meeting. Great question. Showing support is something anyone can do. You don't have to be a committee member or board member. Anyone in the organization can show ongoing support for AIBA in a number of ways.

This list includes a few ideas. Please add your own ideas/comments below.