Building Tourism Innovation in Taos County
Programming powered by our partners at UNM Taos HIVE, the SBDC and Taos County Economic Development.
Program Goals
The SEED program was designed by a cross sector action team to:
Fuel inclusive, place-based economic growth
Support innovators serving both locals and visitors
Increase the visibility of community-driven tourism products
Pilot a new model of business support in Taos County
Grow awareness of the Taos Destination Stewardship Network efforts
Learn what is needed to scale future entrepreneur-support programs in the Enchanted Circle
Taos SEED is an intentional first step in trying something new. Designed with the collective insight of cross-sector partners from business, government, culture, education, and community organizations, SEED is testing new ways to support local tourism innovators while learning what it takes to build a more equitable, community-centered tourism economy in Taos County.
Program Benefits
Nominees will be invited to apply to receive the following benefits to support their innovative ideas.
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Tiered micro-grants aligned with project maturity (emerging, growing, collaborative).
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Business Plan support & Gap Analysis Development with the SBDC
One-on-one needs navigation and tactical support with UNM TAOS HIVE
10 hours of paid specialist support
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Monthly dinner gatherings in unique locations around Taos
Guided conversations and shared learning with local innovators
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Media features through Taos MainStreet & Benthouse Creative
Storytelling and promotion support
Have questions? Contact us!
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