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

Madeline Friedman

Kingston / Ulster County

I am a multi-disciplinary creator, trained professionally in the art of graphic design. While leaning towards a clean aesthetic I pride myself in my adaptability and see every project as a new challenge to expand my creative thinking.

Lorin Mask

Warwick / Orange County

My proven programs help individuals overcome self-sabotage and achieve their aspirations. I help teams become more cohesive and productive. I help organizations think critically about their plans and decisions before they pull the trigger. ~ www.lorinmask.com

Tony Coretto

Mount Tremper / Ulster County

I'm a local entrepreneur/real estate investor based in lovely Mount Tremper (halfway between Woodstock and Phoenicia!). I also mentor and coach startups as an EIR with NYSERDA, and as an Advisor with the Hudson Valley Venture Hub - and I'm a pianist & singer.

Laura I Peragallo

Woodstock / Ulster County

I'm a freelance graphic designer who is very passionate about what I do.

Craig Wilson

Kingston / Ulster County

I'm an experienced editor and writer focused on consumer technology and its impact on culture. I've also worked as a ghostwriter, most recently on a nonfiction book about generative AI for a banking executive. Slaying typos is my superpower.

Marco Frey

Kingston / Ulster County

I'm a marketing writer and content strategist based in Kingston, NY. My specialty is personal brand narratives, authentic thought pieces, and brand copy through email campaigns and landing pages.

Gary Oshust

Woodstock / Ulster County

I've worked in the Toy industry making prototypes of characters for Disney and Sesame Street licensees to a miniature museum project creating miniature skyscrapers and animatronics. My art combines a classical side and the other a whimsical pop culture side.

Kate Brodowska

New Paltz / Ulster County

Graphic designer who holds a Bachelor's degree.

Anna Mayta

Hudson / Columbia County

I am a movement educator, dance artist, improviser and choreographer. I have been teaching, performing, and choreographing for over 20+years! I grew up in Chile, and I direct my dance company called Mayta Fusion Dance for more than 2 years now.

Amishi Bhatt

Poughkeepsie / Dutchess County

I’ve lived in the Hudson Valley for almost 4 years by way of Brooklyn. I work in the health and wellbeing space. Personally, I’m a new mom and enjoy biking, hiking, skiing, camping, and good company!

Ed Sussman

Gardiner / Ulster County

I’m an entrepreneur running an AI company called Citate.ai. I spent my life in New York City until relocating here in 2020. Spent many years as a reporter, editor and media executive,

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.

Brand strategist with a focus in strategic communications. Probably walking my dog or eating pizza.

Alec Simmons

Kingston / Ulster County

Film, cooking, woodworking / building, rollerskating, how things work — if you enjoy any of these things let's talk!

INSIDE+OUT Upstate NY

Woodstock / Ulster County

Terry Dagrosa is the Co-founder of Inside+Out Upstate NY, a hyper-local digital platform celebrating the people and places of the Hudson Valley and a promotional platform for HV businesses, shopkeepers, professionals and the creative community.

Wendy Troncone

Poughkeepsie / Dutchess County

Dynamic marketing executive with strategic insight and hands-on proficiency with agency and corporate background. Highly skilled in creating and leading innovative marketing teams and campaigns using AI data, intelligence data software with human insights.

Roberto Ramirez

Poughkeepsie / Dutchess County

1997. poughkeepsie native. i connect with others by expressing myself through visual art.

Annie McCurdy

Newburgh / Orange County

Designer behind So Vicki. COO of Hudson Valley Sustainable Fashion Week.

Justin Welsh

Accord / Ulster County

I'm a former startup executive who helped build two startups past valuations of $1B, teams of 150+ people, and raise over $300M in venture capital. Now I'm building my one-person knowledge business toward $10M in revenue.

Craig Caruso

Walden / Orange County

Born and Raised in 10308 then Westchester now finally in the Hudson Valley

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!

Kate Weston

Port Ewen / Ulster County

I create and manage dynamic, real-world student learning experiences to bridge the education and career readiness gap. I also work closely with industry professionals to align curriculum and learning experiences with current job market demands.

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