Join us as Tracey Bryan, president & CEO of The Bridge of Southern New Mexico, provides an update on The Bridge’s impact and future plans during the January MVEDA Business on the Border luncheon.

The Bridge is one of the most innovative public-private sector partnerships in Southern New Mexico – seeking to increase the county’s high school graduation rates and build a strong workforce for the future of the county.  One of the first results of business partnering with education is New Mexico’s first early college high school.  Learn how the Arrowhead Park Early College High School is already increasing return on investment in education dollars and providing a solid example of innovation in education that could help students statewide.

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM at the Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces, 705 S. Telshor. The meeting will begin with a hot entree buffet followed by a brief update by MVEDA staff.

Luncheon cost is $20.00 per person, payable by cash, check or major credit card. Due to space limitations, reservations are required. Please confirm your attendance no later than Thursday, December 30th by sending an email to rsvp@mveda.com or by calling the office at (575) 525-2852. The meeting is open to the public.