WESST Corp

WESST Corp is a non-profit organization based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Founded in 1988, WESST is a statewide small business development and training organization with 38 employees. WESST provides training, business consulting, and microloans to entrepreneurs and small-business owners across New Mexico. They focus on assisting a diverse clientele at every stage of business, with a particular emphasis on helping low-income women and minorities achieve financial self-sufficiency through self-employment. WESST distinguishes itself as the only organization in New Mexico offering comprehensive training, technical assistance, and loans specifically targeted to low-income women and minorities. Their six regional Enterprise Centers located throughout the state offer specialized training and consulting programs geared towards aspiring and established women business owners. WESST can be reached through their website at wesst.org.