The Interface Between INNOVATION and the MARKETPLACE

THE HIGH DESERT DISCOVERY DISTRICT is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to identifying and commercializing technology projects in New Mexico. Our mission, in collaboration with New Mexico’s entrepreneurs, scientific research institutions and various economic development entities is (1) to become the interface between innovation and the ultimate customer; (2) harness New Mexico’s extensive scientific and business asset base toward the creation of high growth enterprises that generate wealth inside the state; (3) link new discoveries with experienced and seasoned business professionals; (4) locate risk capital and (5) advance and facilitate a vibrant entrepreneurial culture in New Mexico.

HD3 manages and drives the process of innovation – building New Mexico growth companies based on cutting-edge national laboratory, university research and also other discoveries led by technologists and scientists unassociated with the labs or universities. HD3 provides a forum for entrepreneurs, scientists, innovators and technologists to be heard and their discovery to be understood by a highly-experienced group of business strategists, successful entrepreneurs and management executives seeking to contribute their own knowledge and experience toward the improvement of the New Mexico entrepreneurial economy.