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

Annmarie Lobdell

Clintondale / Ulster County

I create art to share the spirit of my subjects with others who understand the deep connection and love we share with animals and nature.

Anthony Baker

Woodstock / Ulster County

Lead Product Manager, Data Scientist, Entrepreneur. Professionally passionate about education technology, data, and human-centered AI. Personally passionate about short stories, music, cooking, DIYing.

I am a realtor for the Upstate Curious team at Compass. Originally from NYC, my family moved to Pleasant Valley full time in 2020. Dogs, music and outdoor activities are all passion points.

Ari M. Weinstein

New Windsor / Orange County

Let’s make you memorable to people who matter! I’m a brand development coach, teaching people to communicate effectively so they can develop new professional opportunities.

Ari Mackoff (they/them)

Kingston / Ulster County

Wordsmith by night, professional book-slinger by day. I have a little experience in editorial, but I'd like to get into freelance line editing. I also do sensitivity reading for trans and Jewish elements.

I am a BFA graphic design student in my senior year of college

Arnold Hammerschlag

Hudson / Columbia County

Trumpeter, composer, improviser. I work as a legal executive assistant. Looking to repurpose.

Ash Nick

New Windsor / Orange County

I'm Ash, a nonbinary artist primarily focused in character design and narrative work. I'm a graduate of SVA with a BFA in Cartooning. I'm also an experienced barista with a passion for quality coffee.

Athena Kolokotronis

Hudson / Columbia County

I’m a graphic designer based in Hudson, New York, with a passion for layout design across print and digital media. With a keen eye for detail and a love for organization, I thrive on bringing clarity and cohesion to all forms of visual communication.

Auxilife Scientific Services Pvt. Ltd.

Wallkill / Ulster County

Auxiliary Scientific Services Private Limited was established in 2011. We provide regulatory consultancy services for agrochemicals/plant protection products and more

Ayerim Maduro Lacle

West Park / Ulster County

President & CEO of HAMAK Hospitality Solutions, a boutique tourism consulting & destination management company servicing Hudson Valley.

Bailey Kindlon

Glenmont / Albany County

I am an ad agency producer in upstate!

Banu Akman

Beacon / Dutchess County

I'm a product designer and mixed-method researcher with a web development and service design background. I enjoy working on creative web projects, mapping user journeys, and collaborating with diverse teams.

Bass McNeese

Red Hook / Dutchess County

I'm Bass (like the guitar!), a NYC and Hudson Valley-based artist/storyteller with a BFA in Animation from the School of Visual Arts. I am currently open to freelance or full-time work.

Becca Blackmore

Ulster Park / Ulster County

Writer for stage and screen. Ulster County.

Becca Kennedy

Albany / Albany County

Hi! I love living in Albany and I'm grateful for the passion that lives in the HV. I'm an independent design researcher + strategist (for UX design, service design, content design, whatever!) with a PhD in Psychology. I'm big on innovation and social good!

Becki Curry

Kingston / Ulster County

I am a hair stylist and owner of Rebeckah & Co Bridal & Beauty. Rebeckah & Co is a team of hairstylists and MUAs.

Beckie Hermans

Pleasant Valley / Dutchess County

Intuitive Branding & Web Design | Tender-hearted brand-envisioner with 10+ years of experience seeking the dreamy, bold, magic, and weird. Let’s revel in the alchemy of birthing something from nothing, together.

Ben Ratliff

Hurley / Ulster County

I am a front-end web developer and designer, specializing in responsive web design and user experience. I play country music in a band called Bourbon Sprawl. I'm six years in on the Hudson River Valley and lovin' it. Always looking to connect / collaborate!

Bethany Basile

Croton On Hudson / Westchester County

At Vision Growth Fundraising, we partner with mission-driven organizations to develop tailored fundraising strategies that drive significant revenue growth and advance your impact.

Classical pianist turned software engineer. In love with the Hudson Valley and interested in local meeting-of-minds, especially with other creative types in tech. Seeking work related to climate, education, affordable healthcare, or AI governance.

Bjorn Hansen

Tivoli / Dutchess County

I'm a software engineer and an entrepreneur who loves throwing around ideas. Currently working remote for a govtech startup based in the Southeast. Recently relocated to the Hudson Valley. I'd love to connect about startups, tech, and business.