About Greater Edgewood Area Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Edgewood Area Chamber (GEAC) is a growing and active business community in the East Mountains & Estancia Valley region. Located just east of Albuquerque on the Route 66 and I-40 passageway, GEAC is situated in the heart of the outlying suburbs and serves the communities of Edgewood, Moriarty, Tijeras, Cedar Crest, Sandia Park, McIntosh, and Estancia. Greater Edgewood Area Chamber supports business growth through referrals, frequent networking and promotional opportunities, advertising, and business-focused guest speakers and regional news articles. Our Social Media outreach is robust — unmatched within this region for bringing community members and businesses together. GEAC also provides monthly eNewsletters, conducts Surveys, and offers Business Development seminars to keep our members informed.
Business and Community Events
Simply put, our goal is to enhance the quality of life for residents, visitors, and businesses throughout the entire East Mountain and Estancia Valley region. We are pleased to bring to the East Mountains region annual events like Cowboy Days, Route 66 Run, Rally & Rock Expo, Bustin’ Clays, and Country Living Expo to create more interaction opportunities for local residents, businesses and service providers. GEAC serves regional entities through consulting and group participation. As a voice for local business at local meetings and with regional legislators, Greater Edgewood Area Chamber truly seeks to support business and region-wide prosperity.
NM Route 66 Film Fest Highlights – Feb 6
Experience the top films from the NM Route 66 Film Fest -- all the prize winners and exceptional short films and 66ers (66 second films). FREE event, open to the public. Moriarty HS Performing Arts Center (7-9pm).
3rd Thursday Lunch Meeting
Join us to network, learn about exciting new benefits options, and get to know fellow business owners. Thursday, Jan 16 from 11:45am-1pm at Sandia Laboratory Federal Credit Union in Edgewood. Cost: $10/pp includes lunch, presentation, and networking time. RSVP Here to...
Welcome to 2020
Not just a new year, a new decade begins! It's a time to look at not only our personal and professional goals, but our community goals. The East Mountain/Estancia Valley region has grown in the last decade, and what residents see when considering that growth is new...
Holiday Happenings in the East Mountains (Dec 20-25)
Fun LOCAL activities and LOCAL shopping ideas to simplify your holidays. All details on our Events Calendar -- DEC 21-Santa Fun Run (Edgewood Soccer Field); DEC 22-A GI's Christmas Carol (Museum of the American Military Family & Learning Center); DEC 23 - Open...
Back off Mother Nature — It’s Turkey Day!
The weather outside was frightful, and many a turkey day plan was going awry. But Chili Hills owner Debbie Goss made sure the word got out early with her Thanksgiving Day social media post, “Mother Nature’s bad attitude is not stopping us! We are here 4-8 to celebrate...
Angels Among Us for the holidays and beyond
Yes, there really are angels among us. Just the other day, I heard about a woman whose tire had gone flat while driving near Tijeras. She pulled over, dismayed and unsure of how to proceed. Just then, another woman stopped to see if she was okay, quickly followed by...
Chamber’s Winter Mixer – Thursday, Dec 5
Join us as we celebrate the 2019 accomplishments of our members and share new benefits for 2020. All members and prospective members are welcome. As always, this is a casual potluck -- please bring a small dessert or appetizer to share. The festivities are hosted at...
Wine Pairing at Lazy Lizard – Dec 7
Lazy LIzard is proud to announce their second "Wine Paring Dinner" on Saturday December 7th at 6:30 pm. Chef Lincoln has prepared an exceptional menu and pairing for each course. The Restaurant will be closed to the general public at 4pm for this event. Reservations...
Edgewood Christmas Tree Lighting – Dec 6
Join the festivities at the annual Tree Lighting in Edgewood. Music by area schools, cocoa and cookies, and bonfire all to celebrate community and the holiday season. Free event, all welcome. Hosted by Town of Edgewood.
Small Business Saturday – Nov 30
Get your holiday shopping started and enjoy time out and about with family on Small Business Saturday - November 30. This is the 10th Anniversary of this event, created by American Express to support small businesses. Here in the East Mountains, the majority of our...
Seasonal Charitable Opportunities
Our local charitable organizations are working hard to prepare for the holiday season and the many events they host at this time of year -- they need community support. we've compiled this list of member organizations and their needs/requests as a convenience for our...
Community Thanksgiving 2019
For the third year, Chili Hills Restaurants, Greater Edgewood Area Chamber, and local businesses are working together to bring a FREE Community Thanksgiving to the region. Hosted by Chili Hills at both their Edgewood and Moriarty locations, it's a traditional...