Empowering Local Leaders to Create Lasting Impact

Founded in 1982, the Economic Forum of Albuquerque is a non-partisan membership organization of local business and community leaders. The group meets regularly to stay informed on key issues affecting Albuquerque’s regional economy, and to connect and collaborate with peers.
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Decades of Economic Insight and Community Leadership

Economic Forum of Albuquerque is committed to moving our economy forward to support the long-term wellbeing of our community. We serve our members, elected officials, and other community decision-makers by bringing them together to discuss a variety of relevant and timely topics.

Business leaders who are interested in learning more about membership may contact the Executive Director for additional information.

About Economic Forum

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Membership

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Upcoming Events

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Board of Directors

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Upcoming Events:

10/28/2026 | 7:30AM- 9:00am

ABQ Journal 100th Anniversary: W. P. "Bill" Lang, Publisher,
Pepper Lang, Sr Vice President Chief Development Officer
Debbie Johnson, Vice President, Connections

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Latest News

Oct / 2026

OPINION: We all want economic growth. Embracing change is how we realize it

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Sep / 2026

Fuel price pressures ‘likely to remain elevated,’ Fed economist tells Albuquerque leaders

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Sep / 2026

OPINION: Why APS believes education drives economic growth

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