San Juan College Enterprise Center

06/15/2026

June is a month of momentum at the Enterprise Center! We're excited to celebrate new facilities, partnerships, and opportunities. From the grand opening of Harvest Kitchen to our record-setting month at the Big Idea Makerspace, innovation is thriving in Northwest New Mexico. Don't miss Fresh Startup Friday for networking and inspiration. Join us as we explore bioscience and entrepreneurship opportunities this fall.

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Email from The Enterprise Center at San Juan College From a new Harvest Kitchen to record Makerspace activity, see what's building across Northwest New Mexico.     June Is About Building Momentum New

06/12/2026

From Service to Startup. From Mission to Vision.

Native American Veterans have already proven they can lead under pressure. Now it's time to build businesses, create jobs, and strengthen communities.

The San Juan College Enterprise Center is proud to share an outstanding opportunity from the The University of New Mexico - UNM and Hesperus designed specifically for Native American Veterans.

The Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Native American Veterans (EBV-NAV) helps participants turn business ideas into viable ventures through hands-on entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and ongoing support.

The Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Native American Veterans (EBV-NAV) provides hands-on training in entrepreneurship, business strategy, marketing, financing, government contracting, technology, and more.

✅ FREE for eligible participants
✅ Lodging, meals, and program expenses covered
✅ No GI Bill or Voc-Rehab benefits required
✅ Ongoing mentorship and support after graduation

Whether you have a business idea scribbled on a napkin or you're ready to grow an existing venture, this program is designed to help turn ambition into action.

💡 Because the next great business leader might already be someone who knows how to lead a team, solve problems, and accomplish the mission.

📅 Final application deadline: July 17, 2026

Know a Native American Veteran entrepreneur? Tag them below or share this opportunity.

UNM Rainforest Innovations

06/01/2026

✨ Fashion. Design. Creativity. ✨

Join internationally recognized Diné fashion designer Jolonzo Goldtooth, founder of JG Indie, for a three-evening creative studio experience at The Big Idea Makerspace. Register today: https://fs11.formsite.com/MoRpnW/xxoijkujhb/index

06/01/2026

✨ Fashion. Design. Creativity. ✨

Join internationally recognized Diné fashion designer Jolonzo Goldtooth, founder of JG Indie LLC by Jolonzo Goldtooth for a three-evening creative studio experience at The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.

Over three hands-on workshops, participants will explore fashion design, draping, textile and surface design techniques, and the creative process behind bringing original concepts to life.

📅 June 8, 9 & 10, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College

Participation is limited to just 10 individuals to support a highly interactive and personalized experience.

Interested in fashion, textiles, wearable art, design, or creative making?

Apply for one of 10 workshop seats today:

https://fs11.formsite.com/MoRpnW/xxoijkujhb/index

05/27/2026

Got a business that’s punching above its weight?

The SBA’s new Patriot Pitch Competition is looking for innovative American small businesses ready to compete on a national stage and the prizes are BIG. 💰

🏆 Up to $400,000 for 1st place
💵 $1 MILLION total prize pool
📍 Finalists pitch LIVE in Washington, D.C.

This competition celebrates entrepreneurs driving American innovation, manufacturing, supply chain resilience, technology leadership, and economic growth.

Your business may be a fit if you:
✔ Have been operating 3+ years
✔ Generate at least $100K annually
✔ Are building something innovative and scalable

This is not your average pitch competition. This is a national spotlight opportunity.

👀 Imagine representing the Four Corners on a national stage.

Applications are open now:
https://preview.sba.gov/freedom-250/

👇 If your business had 5 minutes to pitch America… what would you say?

With a $1M total prize pool, the SBA Patriot Pitch Competition awards American innovation!

Key details:
✅ Judging categories: strengthening American competitiveness, small business “punching above its weight,” economic impact, and business fundamentals and ex*****on readiness
✅ Deadline: Submit your pitch by June 10
✅ The finals: September 2026 in D.C.

Learn more and submit your pitch: https://www.sba.gov/freedom250

05/27/2026

🚨 Calling all makers, creators, crafters & future manufacturers! 🚨

Do you sew, bake, design, build, customize, create products, or dream about launching your own business? Then this event is for YOU. 💡✨

Join us for Women in Manufacturing: Planning and Product Development, a hands-on training designed to help women entrepreneurs turn ideas into scalable businesses.

Whether you're just starting with a hobby, building your first prototype, or growing an established business, you belong in manufacturing. 💪

📅 June 1, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 San Juan College Quality Center for Business
5101 College Blvd, Rooms 5017 & 5020
Farmington, NM

Hosted in partnership with WESST and New Mexico MEP, this workshop celebrates women entrepreneurs at every stage of business growth. 🌟

✅ Product Development
✅ Business Planning
✅ Entrepreneurial Support
✅ Networking Opportunities

🎟️ Register now: https://clients.wesst.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=20460054

Tag a woman-owned business, creative entrepreneur, or maker who should attend! 👇

05/26/2026

🚨 Two FREE Hybrid Workshops for Small Business Owners & Entrepreneurs 🚨
The San Juan College Enterprise Center is partnering with Change Labs to bring you two practical workshops designed to help you grow and strengthen your business.

🎨 Workshop 6: Design to Print

Building Marketing Collateral in Canva & Getting it Right Before You Print
📅 May 27, 2026 | ⏰ 11 AM – 1 PM MDT
📍 Hybrid: In-person at the San Juan College Enterprise Center or on Zoom
Learn how to create polished flyers, brochures, and marketing materials in Canva, without costly printing mistakes.

✅ FREE In-Person Registration: https://q14gd.share-na2.hsforms.com/2zjM1w1qDSzql70_7OzHznQ

✅ FREE Zoom Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4Ltx6jG2TMe_-31Nxd5iVQ #/registration

📋 Workshop 7: Navajo Nation vs. New Mexico Registration

What You Need to Know
📅 May 28, 2026 | ⏰ 12 PM – 1 PM MDT
📍 Hybrid: In-person at the Change Labs E-Ship Hub in Shiprock or on Zoom
Get clear guidance on business registration, taxation, licensing, and what applies to your business if you operate on or near the Navajo Nation.

✅ FREE In-Person Registration: https://share-na2.hsforms.com/2q43vflidQNWfog-y4peZuAq14gd

✅ FREE Zoom Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/F6RygXMaT5-gmNIH12Jiww #/registration

Seats are limited, register today and join us in person or online!

05/22/2026

📣 Happening Today at the Change Labs E-Ship Hub!

The San Juan College Enterprise Center and Change Labs are proud to bring you another session in our Business Building Workshop Series designed to support entrepreneurs, small business owners, and future founders across our communities.

Join us today for:

✨ “Your Business Plan is Your Blueprint: Writing it with Loan Intent”
with Holly Patterson

🗓️ Today, May 22
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MDT
📍 Change Labs E-Ship Hub: Tse’ Bit’ A’i Shopping Center, Unit #10

A strong business plan is more than paperwork, it’s your roadmap, your pitch, and a key tool for accessing funding opportunities. In today’s workshop, participants will learn how to structure a loan-ready business plan, understand what lenders are looking for, and build confidence in telling their business story.

Whether you’re launching a business, growing an existing one, or preparing for funding opportunities, this no cost workshop is for you.

Register: https://q14gd.share-na2.hsforms.com/2Pfe9Gd0JT6WG34jhUKD72A

We look forward to seeing you there!

05/19/2026

🚨 Ready to turn your business idea into a lender-ready blueprint? 🚨

Join us for an in-person workshop with ✨Holly Patterson✨ and learn how to write a business plan that does more than sit on a shelf, one that helps open doors to funding opportunities.

📍 Your Business Plan is Your Blueprint: Writing it with Loan Intent
🗓️ May 22, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MDT
📌 Tse' Bit' A'i Shopping Center, Unit #10

Register to attend: https://q14gd.share-na2.hsforms.com/2Pfe9Gd0JT6WG34jhUKD72A

Whether you're just starting out or preparing to grow, this workshop will help you:
✔️ Understand what lenders actually look for
✔️ Avoid common mistakes that can get applications rejected
✔️ Build confidence and credibility through your business story
✔️ Create a business plan with purpose and strategy

A strong business plan can be the difference between “maybe later” and “approved.” Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical insights and ask questions in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Seats are limited — register today! 👇