New Mexico Celebrates Carlsbad's Economic Achievements and Century-Old Businesses

New Mexico Cabinet Secretaries Rob Black and Melanie A. Kenderdine joined the Carlsbad business community to celebrate significant economic achievements and honor the enduring contributions of local industries at the Carlsbad Department of Development's (CDOD) 2025 Annual Dinner. The event, themed 'Thrive', highlighted the region's resilience and innovative legacy, with special recognitions for businesses reaching 100-year milestones in Eddy County.

Intrepid Potash and Mosaic were celebrated for a century of potash production, while Dunagan Associates and CENTURY 21 Dunagan Associates were honored for 100 years of real estate service. The CDOD also introduced its new 2025-2026 Executive Board Officers, emphasizing the organization's commitment to leadership and community development.

Awards were presented to businesses demonstrating exceptional leadership and investment in the community, including the Retail Impact Award to Dunkin Donuts, the Quality of Life Award to Blue House Bakery, and the Corporate Investment Award to Guadalupe Mountain Brewery. The Carlsbad Soil and Water Conservation District received the President's Thrive Award for its dedication to natural resource conservation.

Secretary Kenderdine acknowledged Mosaic and Intrepid Potash with the Community Impact Award, underscoring the national importance of potash to agricultural and industrial stability. The event not only celebrated past achievements but also looked forward to future growth, with CDOD Executive Director Kristen Gamboa expressing pride in the community's resilience and collaborative spirit. For more details on the event, visit the CDOD website.