Business

Did you know. . .

• Santa Fe was voted one of Forbes magazine's "10 Best Places for Businesses and Careers" in 2003.
• Wired magazine in 2000 wrote: "The second oldest city in the country is positioned to emerge as a tech-driven 21st-century hot spot.  Santa Fe feels like Silicon Valley felt like ten years ago."

Hospitality provides a strong foundation for Santa Fe economy with active industries supporting tourism, hotels and restaurants, and the arts and recreation.  Health, education, and real estate are also thriving economic bases here, and many small businesses find a firm foothold in the city and county.  Moreover, government and civic leaders have put forth economic development plans that build from existing strengths and focus on the collaboration with and development of business clusters in several technological areas, including innovative biotech/biomedical, information, and environmental technologies. 

Major Employers

By far, Los Alamos National Laboratory is the largest employer in the area.  Other major employers include: the City of Santa Fe, the State of New Mexico, and the U.S. Government; St. Vincent’s Hospital; and the Santa Fe Public Schools. 

Volunteering

Volunteer opportunities are abundant in Santa Fe, covering a broad spectrum of services for children through veterans and seniors, and in settings as varied as schools, courts, parks, and community centers.  A more detailed listing is available through the Santa Fe Community Foundation, at www.santafecf.org.  Ask for their extensive volunteer guide.