Craig Caruso
Born and Raised in 10308 then Westchester now finally in the Hudson Valley
Justin Welsh
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.
Annie McCurdy
Designer behind So Vicki. COO of Hudson Valley Sustainable Fashion Week.
Roberto Ramirez
1997. poughkeepsie native. i connect with others by expressing myself through visual art.
Wendy Troncone
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.
INSIDE+OUT Upstate NY
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.
Alec Simmons
Film, cooking, woodworking / building, rollerskating, how things work — if you enjoy any of these things let's talk!
Tessa Jane Kalinosky
Brand strategist with a focus in strategic communications. Probably walking my dog or eating pizza.
Ari Mackoff (they/them)
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.
Ed Sussman
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,
Amishi Bhatt
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!
KIMM ALFONSO
Anna Mayta
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.
Kate Brodowska
Graphic designer who holds a Bachelor's degree.
Gary Oshust
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.
Marco Frey
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.
Craig Wilson
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.
Laura I Peragallo
I'm a freelance graphic designer who is very passionate about what I do.
Tony Coretto
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.
Lorin Mask
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
Madeline Friedman
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.
Gina Fitzgerald
I grew up here in the HV; lived in Westchester for many years, returned and enjoying the HV again! I work for a successful startup heading to IPO, while building my own platform for brick n mortars; enjoy talking tech, strategy, marketing and now pickleball!
Sarah Harel
Newly transplanted to Pleasant Valley from NYC. Chief of Staff at an international non-profit. I love hiking, interior design, and trying new restaurants.
Erica P Bliss
I’m a local graphic designer specializing in logo design and brand development. You think it and I’ll design it through all mediums, online, websites, merchandise and print materials. Let’s get creative together!