September 20, 2024
amanda
12:17 PM
Great places to do indoor photo shoots in the HV? I’m in Shawangunk/Gardiner so within an hour of there is great.
Looking for clean, earthy vibe.
Looking for clean, earthy vibe.
September 21, 2024
David Cortez
12:25 PM
Hi all, I’m David Cortez - happy to meet you all! Eliza from HV Venture Hub invited me to this channel. I am currently building a new company that is a Data/SaaS for real estate investment. If you are into problem solving, engineering or anything AI would love to chat. We are always looking to meet engineers, UX/UI, GTM advisors and VC or angel investors. Prior to building Foretold, I launched The Leasing Experts which is a development marketing firm for new real estate developments in BX, Westchester and Fairfield.
September 23, 2024
haylee
11:09 AM
Hi everyone! My name is Haylee I loved meeting some of you at the meetup this past week and wanted to introduce myself on here too.
I’m an Alignment Coach + Reiki Master and offer hybrid coaching + reiki energy healing sessions at Kelta wellness center in Beacon every other Monday.
These sessions are designed to move stagnant energy and calm the body while opening up clarity and new possibilities in the mind.
If you’d like to come in for a session, I’d love to see you.
One opening left for today and you’ll receive a special discount
Book in here: http://bit.ly/AlignmentCoachingKelta
I’m an Alignment Coach + Reiki Master and offer hybrid coaching + reiki energy healing sessions at Kelta wellness center in Beacon every other Monday.
These sessions are designed to move stagnant energy and calm the body while opening up clarity and new possibilities in the mind.
If you’d like to come in for a session, I’d love to see you.
One opening left for today and you’ll receive a special discount
Book in here: http://bit.ly/AlignmentCoachingKelta
kristina.koller.jazz
11:49 AM
Hi there! I’m reaching out to see if there may be anyone interested in taking voice or piano lessons. I’ve been teaching privately for about 8 years now and have a BFA in music. Currently looking to take on students for Mondays and Wednesdays. I specialize in jazz, pop and musical theatre.
I teach via my home in Peekskill and take students from ages 8 to adult!
You can learn more about me kristinakoller.net
Feel free to reach out here or via my email [email protected]
I teach via my home in Peekskill and take students from ages 8 to adult!
You can learn more about me kristinakoller.net
Feel free to reach out here or via my email [email protected]
Anthony DeLuise
2:44 PM
Hello
I’m Anthony - I’m a product manager + designer living in Great Barrington by way of Brooklyn and Hudson. Hope it’s okay to include some spill over into Berkshire County (most people think we’re a part of New York anyway)!
I’ve spent the last 10+ years as head of product for an EdTech SaaS company, focused on building recruiting solutions for college and university administrators. Recently started working on a new idea with email-based AI agents. In my free time, I like to play and collect stringed instruments and records.
Happy to connect if you’re working in PM, design, SaaS, software engineering, education, or future of work!
I’m Anthony - I’m a product manager + designer living in Great Barrington by way of Brooklyn and Hudson. Hope it’s okay to include some spill over into Berkshire County (most people think we’re a part of New York anyway)!
I’ve spent the last 10+ years as head of product for an EdTech SaaS company, focused on building recruiting solutions for college and university administrators. Recently started working on a new idea with email-based AI agents. In my free time, I like to play and collect stringed instruments and records.
Happy to connect if you’re working in PM, design, SaaS, software engineering, education, or future of work!
September 24, 2024
Mike Thicke
1:13 PM
Hi!
I'm Mike, a software developer / former academic philosopher based in Kingston. I currently work for Michigan State University as part of a team called Mesh Research. We make tools for open research and run a site called Knowledge (formerly Humanities) Commons.
I haven't made it out to a meetup yet but hope I can make it out soon! I'm working toward starting a company aimed at the intersection of academic research and public interest.
I'd love to meet anyone in the area doing web development, building cool new things, working with AI, or anything like that!
I'm Mike, a software developer / former academic philosopher based in Kingston. I currently work for Michigan State University as part of a team called Mesh Research. We make tools for open research and run a site called Knowledge (formerly Humanities) Commons.
I haven't made it out to a meetup yet but hope I can make it out soon! I'm working toward starting a company aimed at the intersection of academic research and public interest.
I'd love to meet anyone in the area doing web development, building cool new things, working with AI, or anything like that!
Paul Stratta
3:07 PM
hello ALL, I’m an experienced start-up entrepreneur, having handled, managed, driven, and run nearly every aspect of a start-up, EXCEPT, the actual coding part, as I’m a non-technical founder, here at iPlayMe2. I’m interested in working up to half-time for start-ups / scale-ups interested in brining on-board some experienced talent. Thanks to DM me if you have a specific need or area to discuss having me tackle it a.s.a.p. Both short-term and longer-term assignments are do-able. Regards, Paul Stratta ([email protected])
Nick Abbey
3:45 PM
Hi all I'm Nick, a DevSecFinOps technologist who recently exited the corporate life and am working to get a technology consultancy off the ground. Before my most recent NY based employer was sold (sans employees ) I was responsible for building their FinOps practice from the ground up. I managed to save them 10% in the first 3 months through labelling strategy implementation and evaluation of their most impactful committed use discounts across cloud providers. We were on track to implement enterprise wide finops practices and standards projected to save up to 35% on 2024 spend. Sadly, we didn't get to move forward when the company was sold. I'm back where I belong in beautiful Orange County and looking to build my network and grow a business.
Lindsay Farrell
5:03 PM
Hey all, any home interior photographers looking to join a startup's network for HV needs? I don't have exact specifics on the agreement but I can recommend you directly and seems like a sweet in to something growing up here :)
September 25, 2024
Mike Thicke
9:31 AM
Congrats on signing up for the 70.3! A bucket-list item for me.
September 26, 2024
Kasper Knudsen
4:59 AM
Thanks !
Scott Tillitt
8:49 AM
Hey folks, it was a pleasure to host many of you last week at Beahive at the ConnectHV Beacon meetup. What energy! (Thanks for all your organizing.)
We recently relocated our Newburgh hive (after 3 years in the Wireworks building), and we’re having a day of free coworking tomorrow (Friday) to celebrate. Please RSVP to join us: https://bit.ly/NBopenhive.
We’re also running a membership special until the end of the month (50% off 1st month and waived admin fee): https://beahivebzzz.com/membership/.
Cheers!
scott.
We recently relocated our Newburgh hive (after 3 years in the Wireworks building), and we’re having a day of free coworking tomorrow (Friday) to celebrate. Please RSVP to join us: https://bit.ly/NBopenhive.
We’re also running a membership special until the end of the month (50% off 1st month and waived admin fee): https://beahivebzzz.com/membership/.
Cheers!
scott.
Graham Colligan
7:19 PM
Howdy
As some might know I am building an app for local news + nearby events!
It's set to launch in October in NJ. I wanted to ask a couple questions to make the app better for all when it launches in the HV
Currently aggregate from Patch, daily voice and TapInto. i want to work with smaller news rooms too!
Please let me know your answers below!
As some might know I am building an app for local news + nearby events!
It's set to launch in October in NJ. I wanted to ask a couple questions to make the app better for all when it launches in the HV
Currently aggregate from Patch, daily voice and TapInto. i want to work with smaller news rooms too!
Please let me know your answers below!
Gainsec
9:51 PM
Friend of mine sent me this. Super interesting lol.
https://projectskydrop.com/
25k in gold somewhere in NY or MA (there is a map and more info on the website)
https://projectskydrop.com/
25k in gold somewhere in NY or MA (there is a map and more info on the website)
Jaclyn
9:51 PM
ooouuuu treasure!!!?
Jordan Koschei (ConnectHV)
9:52 PM
The real treasure is the friends we made along the way
Todd Galloway
9:52 PM
ive been watching since the first day, the circle gets smaller each day at 9am. Today is the first day that the catskills isn't in the circle but albany/hudson etc still is
Gainsec
9:56 PM
As far as I know
As shitty as LLMs are, ChatGPT gave me the following based odds the plants in the live feed
Here’s a list of notable public lands worth checking out in both *the Catskills (New York) and the Berkshires (Massachusetts), which offer great forested environments like those in your photos:
### Catskills Region (Upstate New York)
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### Berkshires Region (Western Massachusetts)*
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### Additional Public Lands (Border Region):
These areas are ideal for hiking, wildlife watching, and experiencing the rich biodiversity of the Catskills and Berkshires. Each region has a distinct natural charm, and these public lands showcase the best of what both have to offer.
### Catskills Region (Upstate New York)
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### Berkshires Region (Western Massachusetts)*
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### Additional Public Lands (Border Region):
These areas are ideal for hiking, wildlife watching, and experiencing the rich biodiversity of the Catskills and Berkshires. Each region has a distinct natural charm, and these public lands showcase the best of what both have to offer.
Good luck; have fun
Jaclyn
9:58 PM
this is hilarious thank you for sharing
I love it sm
Todd Galloway
9:59 PM
basically solved the catskills are outside the circle now. Sorry, ive been deep in this the past week. If you sign up you get a photo each day of the gold treasure, taken from a drone the day they placed the item. Each day the photo is higher and higher (as the circle map on the website shrinks), so eventually there will be something identifiable in the photo - combined w/ the smaller circle on the map.
you dont have to sign up to win, so if you're hiking this weekend anyways go a little off trail and look for it! honestly... you'd prolly notice all the trailcams on trees before the actual prize, its blending into the leaves/etc
Jordan Koschei (ConnectHV)
10:04 PM
Wait, is this the thing I saw someone burying in my suburban Poughkeepsie backyard?
September 27, 2024
mike261
10:33 AM
anyone in the Hudson location upstairs could come down and open the front door? The keypad is not working @here
September 30, 2024
Jordan Koschei (ConnectHV)
2:11 PM
I've been frustrated by how hard it is to find high-quality drone footage of the Hudson Valley that's not prohibitively expensive to license from stock video sites.
To solve this problem for myself, I went and got my Part 107 commercial drone license from the FAA, and have been assembling a library of high-quality drone footage of the Hudson Valley. To hopefully help others who have this same problem, I'm placing all the footage under the CC0 license, which means you can use it for free, without attribution, for any purpose, no strings attached.
It's all 4K footage, and most is available in both horizontal and vertical formats. Have at it!
https://connecthv.com/blog/royalty-free-hudson-valley-drone-video-for-everyone/
To solve this problem for myself, I went and got my Part 107 commercial drone license from the FAA, and have been assembling a library of high-quality drone footage of the Hudson Valley. To hopefully help others who have this same problem, I'm placing all the footage under the CC0 license, which means you can use it for free, without attribution, for any purpose, no strings attached.
It's all 4K footage, and most is available in both horizontal and vertical formats. Have at it!
https://connecthv.com/blog/royalty-free-hudson-valley-drone-video-for-everyone/
Jaclyn
2:12 PM
never saved something so fast in my life
Lindsay Farrell
2:37 PM
WOAH Jordan. First HV Connect, now this. You're solving so many problems for hudson valley creatives. Is there anything else on your list you want to give the community as a challenge? Outsource a little of your superhero work?
jleathers
4:20 PM
Hey everyone!
I’m Jessica Leathers, part of the team at The MartinWire Group, and I’m excited to share that we’re officially live on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook! Our company specializes in IT Managed Services, Network Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity, helping businesses in the Hudson Valley thrive with secure and efficient IT solutions.
We’d love your support as we grow our online presence. Follow us for tips on cybersecurity, IT solutions, and updates on how we’re helping local businesses!
Here are our pages:
Instagram: @TheMartinWireGroup
LinkedIn: The MartinWire Group
Facebook: The MartinWire Group
Thanks so much, and I’d be happy to return the follow and connect with any of you! Let’s keep supporting each other!
I’m Jessica Leathers, part of the team at The MartinWire Group, and I’m excited to share that we’re officially live on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook! Our company specializes in IT Managed Services, Network Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity, helping businesses in the Hudson Valley thrive with secure and efficient IT solutions.
We’d love your support as we grow our online presence. Follow us for tips on cybersecurity, IT solutions, and updates on how we’re helping local businesses!
Here are our pages:
Instagram: @TheMartinWireGroup
LinkedIn: The MartinWire Group
Facebook: The MartinWire Group
Thanks so much, and I’d be happy to return the follow and connect with any of you! Let’s keep supporting each other!
October 1, 2024
Wallace Patterson
12:40 PM
Hey all! Long time listener, first time poster. I have a small machine my partner and I have made and we would like some help getting it crowdfunded. Does anybody know some folks or an agency who help with this?
October 2, 2024
Amanda Jones
9:55 AM
Hey everyone! Just a quick announcement that Kinship Co-Working & Retail is officially open! Stop in this week to say hi and take a tour of the space - 116 Washington Street, Peekskill, NY
Or follow along on Instagram if you can’t make it in (@kinship_coworking)
Or follow along on Instagram if you can’t make it in (@kinship_coworking)
October 5, 2024
Jennifer Santiago, Co-Host, Valley Girls Podcast
12:09 PM
tl;dr - looking for a business owner for a podcast panel interview re: shopping small/local for holiday. Read on if that might be you!
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Hi, all! I'm working on an episode of Valley Girls Podcast for next month focused on shopping small for the holidays. Not a pitch for individual businesses, per se, but a discussion with business owners about the impact of holiday shopping season (ie, why they need your business more than Amazon does). We're recording it on Tuesday, October 22nd at 9:30-10:30 am via Zoom so you'd need to be available then. We've already got , president of the Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce and owner of Main Street Business Strategies; Jess Davis, VP of Ulster County Chamber of Commerce; and Candace Rivera, the owner of The Book & Nook in Warwick.
I'd like to add one or two more people to the discussion to make sure we have a broad representation of the HV and viewpoints. My wish list is:
DM me here or email [email protected] if you're interested. ALSO if you're a small biz owner and you'd like to donate something for a listener giveaway or create a special offer, we'll shout you out as a sponsor on the episode and all our promos. For example, you could donate a $25 gift card to your store, a special offer of 30% off your services with a link from Valley Girls Podcast, a "come into the store on Small Business Saturday and mention Valley Girls Podcast for a special gift," etc. The episode will drop (everywhere you get your podcasts!) on Thursday, November 14.
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Hi, all! I'm working on an episode of Valley Girls Podcast for next month focused on shopping small for the holidays. Not a pitch for individual businesses, per se, but a discussion with business owners about the impact of holiday shopping season (ie, why they need your business more than Amazon does). We're recording it on Tuesday, October 22nd at 9:30-10:30 am via Zoom so you'd need to be available then. We've already got , president of the Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce and owner of Main Street Business Strategies; Jess Davis, VP of Ulster County Chamber of Commerce; and Candace Rivera, the owner of The Book & Nook in Warwick.
I'd like to add one or two more people to the discussion to make sure we have a broad representation of the HV and viewpoints. My wish list is:
DM me here or email [email protected] if you're interested. ALSO if you're a small biz owner and you'd like to donate something for a listener giveaway or create a special offer, we'll shout you out as a sponsor on the episode and all our promos. For example, you could donate a $25 gift card to your store, a special offer of 30% off your services with a link from Valley Girls Podcast, a "come into the store on Small Business Saturday and mention Valley Girls Podcast for a special gift," etc. The episode will drop (everywhere you get your podcasts!) on Thursday, November 14.
October 8, 2024
Jordan Koschei (ConnectHV)
8:43 AM
Diana De Jesus
11:57 AM
Hi everyone! I'm Diana I've lived in HV for about 10 years now! I started my career in tech thanks to another community here in HV and I'm so happy to join another exciting community again shout out to for building this and thanks again for helping me land that customer success job years ago!
I've done a little bit of everything over the years, including customer experience, customer success, and marketing, and recently took the leap to become an entrepreneur.
Now, my business has become my side thing again, as I've joined a friend of mine as the General Manager of his company. We're getting ready to launch his book in early November, which is all about how to position your business, attract the right audience, and build a lasting brand in a way that helps you Stand The F*ck Out (that's the name of the book ).
Outside of career stuff:
You can connect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianadejesus/
I've done a little bit of everything over the years, including customer experience, customer success, and marketing, and recently took the leap to become an entrepreneur.
Now, my business has become my side thing again, as I've joined a friend of mine as the General Manager of his company. We're getting ready to launch his book in early November, which is all about how to position your business, attract the right audience, and build a lasting brand in a way that helps you Stand The F*ck Out (that's the name of the book ).
Outside of career stuff:
You can connect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianadejesus/
Freddie at Barnfox
12:55 PM
**BARNFOX IS HIRING IN POUGHKEEPSIE**
Join the Barnfox team! We are seeking a Poughkeepsie local, part-time community manager who is customer-focused, organized, detailed oriented, loves the Hudson Valley area, thrives on building connections. Experience in hospitality and/or social media marketing a plus!
BARNFOX COMMUNITY MANAGER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative Tasks:
Space Management:
Assistance with Event Planning and Management:
DM TO INQUIRE!
Join the Barnfox team! We are seeking a Poughkeepsie local, part-time community manager who is customer-focused, organized, detailed oriented, loves the Hudson Valley area, thrives on building connections. Experience in hospitality and/or social media marketing a plus!
BARNFOX COMMUNITY MANAGER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative Tasks:
Space Management:
Assistance with Event Planning and Management:
DM TO INQUIRE!
patrick.ross.metzger
5:46 PM
Hey folks! I’m the Director of Product at Idealist and my side project for the last year has been developing an online course in product management.
I’m launching it in a free live webinar in a little over a week — Thursday (10/17), 12-2:30pm.
https://www.processingproduct.com/products/live_events/intro-webinar
I’m excited to connect with more HV entrepreneurs!
I’m launching it in a free live webinar in a little over a week — Thursday (10/17), 12-2:30pm.
https://www.processingproduct.com/products/live_events/intro-webinar
I’m excited to connect with more HV entrepreneurs!
October 9, 2024
Gerry Pallor
4:04 PM
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/prompting-dummies-gerald-pallor-vakje
October 10, 2024
Kathryn Arffa
10:19 AM
Hi Everyone! Excited to share with you all that Fantzye Bagels, a new Kingston based business, is running a crowd funder with participants receiving 120% in store credit - this credit can be used for bagels, sandwiches, coffee, swag or a larger catering event.
This bit of funding will get them through their construction, and I am eager to help them spread the word to get their doors open this fall.
Link here: 120% in Credit!
Please feel free to share within your communities!
This bit of funding will get them through their construction, and I am eager to help them spread the word to get their doors open this fall.
Link here: 120% in Credit!
Please feel free to share within your communities!
Monique
11:51 AM
Calling all Hudson Valley professionals!
If you're looking to expand your network and make valuable connections? Join us for HV BizLink's Speed Networking on Wednesday, 10/23, 6pm at Residence Inn/Springhill Suites.
Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or professional looking to grow your network, this event is designed to help you connect with like-minded individuals quickly and effectively. Bring your business cards and get ready to introduce yourself, share ideas, and explore potential collaborations!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with key players in the Hudson Valley!
Register now and secure your spot (tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hv-bizlink-speed-networking-tickets-1017121837797
Let’s grow together and take our businesses to new heights. I hope to see you there!
If you're looking to expand your network and make valuable connections? Join us for HV BizLink's Speed Networking on Wednesday, 10/23, 6pm at Residence Inn/Springhill Suites.
Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or professional looking to grow your network, this event is designed to help you connect with like-minded individuals quickly and effectively. Bring your business cards and get ready to introduce yourself, share ideas, and explore potential collaborations!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with key players in the Hudson Valley!
Register now and secure your spot (tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hv-bizlink-speed-networking-tickets-1017121837797
Let’s grow together and take our businesses to new heights. I hope to see you there!
October 14, 2024
Lindsay Farrell
9:23 AM
For any retail or craft people out there, I would buy this immediately if someone made it :). A non-car centered kids play mat design specs from a well known urban planner:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/liorsteinbergwhat-if-we-redesign-childrens-toys-to-inspire-activity-7251464307131973632-PWFJ?utmsource=share&utmmedium=memberios
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/liorsteinbergwhat-if-we-redesign-childrens-toys-to-inspire-activity-7251464307131973632-PWFJ?utmsource=share&utmmedium=memberios
October 15, 2024
Tom Potts
4:47 PM
Hi everyone, brand/comms/media/creative strategist here, also consult with agencies and brands on operational projects (re-orgs, launching new departments etc). Broad experience but specialize lately in entertainment and spirits marketing. Would love to work with local companies / talent more, would love to spend less time on Zoom...
Jordan Koschei (ConnectHV)
4:58 PM
Very random question: is anyone in Las Vegas right now for the annual Okta conference?
(There it is, folks, the least Hudson Valley thing I’ve ever posted)
October 17, 2024
maura.kate.costello
10:39 AM
Hi! Science communications specialist here but looking to do something new and to meet new people in HV! I moved to Beacon last year and looking to make more friends. I like to hike and paint and check out local events! Looking forward to meeting you all!
Also I got by Maura Kate or MK
anishatekade
5:36 PM
Hi! I am planning on visiting Westwind orchards Saturday around 1pm! Let me know if you’re interested in meeting up!
https://www.westwindorchard.com/
October 19, 2024
Graham Colligan
7:28 PM
Hey Everyone!
I launched a local news & events app in New Jersey like two days ago and I am starting my seed round! I wanted to see if anyone on here would be interested in being pitched or knew any VC's or angels?
So far we have been ranked #63 in the world under magazines & news apps and organically reach around 2 million people on social media talking about local news under @townsof accounts.
ps. We are the only local news aggregator that's not owned by foreign private equity...:facewithraisedeyebrow:
pss. If you want to know when we launch in Hudson Valley you can sign up to our waitlist here:
https://townsof.myflodesk.com/newyork
psss. I am a solo, non technical, jewish christmas tree farmer so will be hiring a CTO when I raise, If you wanna talk/apply.
I launched a local news & events app in New Jersey like two days ago and I am starting my seed round! I wanted to see if anyone on here would be interested in being pitched or knew any VC's or angels?
So far we have been ranked #63 in the world under magazines & news apps and organically reach around 2 million people on social media talking about local news under @townsof accounts.
ps. We are the only local news aggregator that's not owned by foreign private equity...:facewithraisedeyebrow:
pss. If you want to know when we launch in Hudson Valley you can sign up to our waitlist here:
https://townsof.myflodesk.com/newyork
psss. I am a solo, non technical, jewish christmas tree farmer so will be hiring a CTO when I raise, If you wanna talk/apply.