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A co-op is a member-controlled and member-owned business that operates for the benefit of its members. They exist in every industry and range in size from five owners to thousands. A true form of economic democracy, the co-op model provides an innovative and equitable way for individuals and communities to come together to start a new business or adapt an existing business into an employee/member-owned enterprise.
In this free virtual workshop, the Cooperative Catalyst of New Mexico partnered with HIVE @ UNM-Taos to introduce the cooperative model to New Mexico entrepreneurs. In this ninety-minute webinar, we covered the basics of cooperatives – what they are, how they are different, how to form one, and what additional resources are available to get started on your co-op journey.
The Cooperative Catalyst of New Mexico’s (CCNM) mission is to improve the lives of people in the Southwest by catalyzing community-led enterprise, upholding cooperative values, and fostering a healthy cooperative ecosystem. We serve as a resource for individuals, groups, companies, and other organizations interested in forming, converting to, or growing cooperatives. Attendees of this event have the opportunity to schedule free consulting and coaching with CCNM’s cooperative development specialists.
Faciliated by:
Bijiibah Begaye, Local Cooperative Development Specialist
A true believer in supporting the community at every stage of development, Bijiibah Begaye has previously served as Program Director for the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, and as Executive Director of Tse Ko Community Development Corporation. In addition to her work experience, her biggest influences come from being raised in Coalmine Mesa on the Navajo Nation where her family has managed Staggered Hearts Ranch for over 40 years.
Navajo Food Sovereignty Funding Resources
Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF)
Freeport-McMoRan (FM)
