The homegrown community for Hudson Valley professionals, creators, and businesses.

Jolie Aesthetics & Wellness

Poughkeepsie / Dutchess County

Jolie Aesthetics & Wellness is a luxury, state of the art medical aesthetics practice located in the heart of the Hudson Valley. At Jolie, we use the most innovative technology to serve clients from all backgrounds.

Jonathan Duncan

Poughkeepsie / Dutchess County

Lived in the HV on and off since 2009, classically trained violinist and musical artist - looking for opportunities to connect with other creatives as well as networking.

Jordan Koschei

Poughkeepsie / Dutchess County

I build and run ConnectHV. On the side, I interview interesting people at Creative Hudson Valley and write about software with a sense of place at Digital Terroir. By day, I'm a product designer at Okta.

Josh McKible

Beacon / Dutchess County

Hi, I’m Josh McKible, illustrator, animator and graphic designer, doing business as MCKIBILLO since 2004. Originally inspired by badly designed inflight air safety manuals, I’ve been making the world a safer place through clear, concise imagery ever since.

Julie Porter

Pleasant Valley / Dutchess County

A grant writer with international experience, writing to inspire hope and deepen faith. I’ve written for magazines, nonprofits, and blogs. I’ve edited academic papers, newspaper articles, and business communications. Also a co-founder of a community garden.

Kai Fierle-Hedrick

Beacon / Dutchess County

Learning and Change Strategist, Coach, and Founder of Create Knowledge — a consulting practice that works at the intersection of learning, systems change, and anti-oppression practice to help change agents lead with their strengths.

Kathleen Bennett

Fishkill / Dutchess County

I own a textile company that supplies decorative interior fabrics to hotels throughout the country, and at times the world.

Kathryn Cooper

Pleasant Valley / Dutchess County

A full-time photographer who has worked and explored in over 60 countries, I bring unique, diverse storytelling angles. I offer photography in events, nonprofits, weddings, movie/tv, portraits, commercial, corporate, and more. Based in the HV for 30+ years!

Kayiu Carlson

Pleasant Valley / Dutchess County

I’m Kay! Currently an experience designer @Adobe and a relatively new HV resident in the Poughkeepsie area. Studied graphic design and graduated from Pratt. I’ve been doing web/UI/UX in the past 14 years. Looking forward to meet some new creative folks!

Kelly French

Red Hook / Dutchess County

Handweaver and instructor located in Upper Red Hook. Former owner of Chickadee Studio and Supply, a fiber arts retail shop.

kellyann hee

Fishkill / Dutchess County

Hi! I'm the principal interior designer and founder of Hee Designs, a boutique residential and hospitality design studio based here in the lower HV and Portland, Maine.

Kevin Bruckner

Hopewell Junction / Dutchess County

Owner at BRUCK STUDIOS and Creative Director at Bruckner Visuals. I have a passion for storytelling and creating branded content. Excited to connect with likeminded creators and work on meaningful projects.

Kim Dei Dolori

Beacon / Dutchess County

Hi, I'm Kim! I'm a designer and art director based in Beacon, NY. I'm all about helping people do what they love by supporting them in telling their stories and creating super-custom brand experiences around just that. Let's make something together!

Kim Kedem - MixingBowl Studio

Beacon / Dutchess County

Interior designer by trade, artist in heart. I focus my work on hospitality and residential interiors, developing products for projects such as Mycelium light fixtures, plaster products, pottery, and furniture restoration.

Kris Hrycun

Rhinebeck / Dutchess County

I work for a leading edge, NABCEP certified, innovative premium solar + battery solutions installation company in the HV. We serve the Hudson Valley through the Capitol District and Adirondacks. I'm passionate about helping people be green and save money!

I am a sales technology consultant specializing in technology for organic lead generation.

Laina Giselle Mason, LCSW

Beacon / Dutchess County

I help those who feel lost find themselves again. Bringing over 15 years of counseling experience, I specialize in helping people navigate the challenges of both historical and recent traumas, as well as major life transitions.

Larry Reader

Beacon / Dutchess County

Seeking meaning in making. Carpenter, technologist, collaborator at studiocolab.net

Laura Ornella

Beacon / Dutchess County

Laura Ornella is a first-generation Cuban American, New York-based director, writer, actor, and comedian. Her credits include Just For Laughs, Comedy Central, Vulture, SeriesFest and HollyShorts.

Liam Walsh

Hopewell Junction / Dutchess County

Hi! I'm a filmmaker, musician, and video editor with 7+ years in documentary storytelling. I also make short films and music videos with my own indie film squad, drawing from fiction, non-fiction, and music to approach each project dynamically.

Lily Piyathaisere

Beacon / Dutchess County

I'm an independent designer and art director who specializes in branding and art direction for companies in the fields of art, culture and technology. I also am a fiber/textile artist.