Elevating Small Business Branding
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 3–4 PM EST
Your photos are often the first impression of your brand—and small tweaks can make a big difference.
In Elevating Small Business Branding through Canva Photo Editing, you’ll learn how to:
- Enhance photos without expensive software
- Create a consistent visual style across your brand
- Use Canva’s photo editing tools intentionally and effectively
- Make your images look polished, professional, and on-brand
Perfect for business owners who want their visuals to feel elevated without outsourcing or overcomplicating the process.
Reserve your spot today.
LINKEDIN LOCAL HUDSON VALLEY
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:00 PM-8:00PM ET
Business with a Heart
Linking the Hudson Valley invites you to an inspiring evening centered on purpose-driven leadership, community impact, and doing business with heart. This conversation is designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals who believe success isn’t just measured in revenue—but in impact.
Join us at the iconic Sam’s of Gedney Way, a beloved Westchester institution known for its warm hospitality and elevated cuisine, for an evening of meaningful networking and authentic connection.
Hosted by Community Leaders
This event is proudly co-hosted by Pasquale Palumbo (CPC Wealth Management) and Maggie Carey (Master It Media), with the support of the Linking the Hudson Valley Braintrust Board:
Sami Vecchiolla • Daniel Alvarez • Caroline King
👉 Reserve your spot today.
the ai advantage
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 11:00 AM ET
AI is evolving rapidly, but many business owners are still figuring out how to apply it in practical ways.
In this free live workshop, you’ll learn simple, effective ways to use AI to save time, create content faster, and streamline everyday tasks in your business.
Whether you’re just getting started or already experimenting with AI tools, you’ll walk away with ideas you can use immediately.
Social media master plan for business owners
Thu., April 16, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET
Create a Simple Social Media Plan That Works
In Just 90 Minutes
Stop guessing what to post. Show up confidently. Use AI to work smarter.
In this free workshop, you will:
- Build a simple social media plan you can reuse month after month
- Learn how to decide what to post without staring at a blank screen
- Use AI strategically to plan and create engaging content
- Create content with intention instead of reacting last minute
This is about working smarter, not posting more.
H7 Biz Tech Corner
Weekly Thursdays at 11:00 AM ET
I’m proud to serve as the LinkedIn expert for the H7 Biz Tech Corner—a collaborative space where tech meets relationship-building. This initiative brings together smart business minds looking to organize, streamline, and elevate how they work using the tools that matter most.
As part of this Alpha Team, I share real-world tips for using LinkedIn as more than just a profile platform—think visibility strategies, relationship-nurturing workflows, and time-saving techniques to make your online presence work for you.
The H7 Biz Tech Corner is all about helping members:
- Organize their client follow-up, email outreach, and LinkedIn leads
- Understand and build a tech stack that supports word-of-mouth marketing
- Leverage platforms like HubSpot, YouTube, and LinkedIn effectively
I’m in great company Greg Goshorn, AI Coach and founder of Mapping Your Marketing, a trust and authority-based digital growth agency, and Reuben Swartz, Founder- Mimiran, Host & Chief Nerd-- Sales for Nerds Podcast—each bringing a unique tech-forward lens to help business owners grow with confidence.
If you’re part of the H7 community or just tech-curious, keep an eye out—we’re here to make “tech talk” easy to understand and even easier to apply.
Visitors welcome!
Borderless Business Network
Third Thursdays of Every Month at 5:30 PM ET
Borderless Business Networking: Authentic, relationship-first connections across NY + CT
Please join us for Borderless Business Networking, a cross-state networking experience for business owners and professionals in Putnam County, NY and the Greater Danbury, CT area. Maggie Carey is the Alignable Ambassador for this region.
This is not a pitch-focused event. Each gathering is centered around real conversations about running a business. What’s working, what’s challenging, and where collaboration makes sense. The goal is to build trusted relationships that support long-term growth, not quick transactions.
You’ll connect with like-minded professionals who value integrity, thoughtful discussion, and relationship-first networking. Together, we create space to share insights, explore opportunities, and support one another across state lines.
Light refreshments and a cash bar are available.
If you’re looking for networking that feels human, intentional, and genuinely useful, you’re in the right place.
It's Showtime!!!!
Educating and Informing
Maggie is a sought-after speaker who presents for various organizations, including networking groups, local chambers, LinkedIn Local, Master Networks, and the New York Public Library. Scroll down for upcoming engagements.
Alignable Ambassador of Putnam NY–Danbury CT
We’re excited to share that Maggie Carey has been named an Alignable Ambassador.
As part of this role, Maggie is helping bring business owners together across state lines through Borderless Business Networking, a relationship-first networking experience for professionals in Putnam County, NY and the Greater Danbury, CT area.
If you’re looking to build genuine connections, exchange referrals, and grow your network without pressure or pitches, this group was created with you in mind.
📅 Next Event: Thursday, March 19
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Hilton Garden Inn
119 Mill Plain Rd, Danbury, CT 06811
🗓 Ongoing Schedule:
Borderless Business Networking meets the 3rd Thursday of every month.
Whether you’re new to Alignable or a longtime member, you’re invited to join us and be part of a growing cross-state business community powered by Alignable.
Social media master plan for business owners
Wed., March 18, 2026 | 12:30 - 2 PM ET
Create a Simple Social Media Plan That Works
In Just 90 Minutes
Stop guessing what to post. Show up confidently. Use AI to work smarter.
In this free workshop, you will:
- Build a simple social media plan you can reuse month after month
- Learn how to decide what to post without staring at a blank screen
- Use AI strategically to plan and create engaging content
- Create content with intention instead of reacting last minute
This is about working smarter, not posting more.
Stop Guessing What to Post: A Simple Social Media Framework
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 9:30 AM ET
Many business owners know they should post on social media, but struggle with what to say.
In this interactive workshop during H7's Startups Coast to Coast meeting, Social Media Strategist Maggie Carey of Master It Media will introduce her H.E.L.P. Process, a simple framework that helps business owners write clear, engaging social media posts without overthinking every caption.
Attendees can sign up for a free custom AI-powered caption tool built around the H.E.L.P. Process. During the session, Maggie will demonstrate how the tool walks you through creating a post step by step and can even generate a companion image idea or AI-created visual to match your content.
This is a hands-on working session, so you’ll see the process in action and begin creating content during the workshop itself.
By the end of the session, you’ll have a repeatable approach to writing social media posts, ideas you can start using right away, and an AI tool that can help you continue creating content long after the workshop ends.
Leverage LinkedIn to Gain Leads
Monday, February 9, 2026 | 5–6 PM EST
LinkedIn isn’t just for job searching—it’s one of the most powerful lead-generation tools available for small businesses and professionals when used strategically.
In Leverage LinkedIn to Gain Leads, you’ll learn how to:
- Optimize your profile to attract the right audience
- Create content that sparks conversations and trust
- Use LinkedIn features intentionally (without posting nonstop)
- Turn visibility into meaningful connections and real leads
This workshop focuses on clarity, consistency, and strategy—so LinkedIn starts working for you.
Reserve your spot today.
LEVERAGE LINKEDIN to GAIN LEADS
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET
Discover the Keys to LinkedIn Success
Are you on LinkedIn… but not getting leads?
You’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong. You just haven’t been shown how to use LinkedIn strategically.
Join Social Media Strategist Maggie Carey, CEO & Founder of Master It Media and Painless Posting, for a powerful, practical webinar designed to help business owners turn LinkedIn into a lead-generating machine—without paying for ads or premium upgrades.
In this session, Maggie will break down exactly how to leverage the FREE tools inside LinkedIn to increase visibility, attract the right audience, and start meaningful conversations that lead to business.
In This Webinar, You’ll Learn:
- How to get 3x more profile traffic
- The key components of a high-converting LinkedIn profil
- The “3 C’s” of LinkedIn success (and how to apply them immediately)
- Search secrets to find and connect with the right people
- How to stop scrolling and start strategically showing up
Whether you’re new to LinkedIn or have been “kind of using it” for years, you’ll leave with clear steps, real strategies, and total confidence in how to use the platform to grow your business.
This Webinar Is Perfect For:
- Small business owners & entrepreneurs
- Coaches, consultants & service providers
- Professionals who want more visibility, not more overwhelm
- Anyone ready to finally make LinkedIn work for them
Save Your Spot
If you can’t make it live, register anyway and we’ll send you the recording.
FROM IDEA TO POST MADE SIMPLE
Monday, February 2, 2026 | 10 AM ET
Stop Overthinking Your Captions
Learn how to turn ideas into clear, confident posts—without the stress.
If writing captions makes you pause, second-guess, or procrastinate, this live session is for you.
Join Maggie Carey of Master It Media for a practical, no-fluff walkthrough of how to create captions that feel intentional, on-brand, and easy to publish—using her Help Caption Creator, built on the proven H.E.L.P. Process.
This session is designed for business owners who want posting to feel simpler, lighter, and more effective, not overwhelming.
What You’ll Learn
In this live demo, you’ll see exactly how to:
- Turn scattered thoughts into structured captions
- Eliminate caption overthinking and second-guessing
- Create posts that sound like you—not generic or robotic
- Use the H.E.L.P. Process to post with purpose and clarity
- Save time while improving consistency and confidence
You’ll walk away with practical shortcuts you can start using immediately.
Join the Zoom Session
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Canva essentials for mastering social media design
Monday, January 12, 2026 | 5–6 PM EST
Struggling to make your social media graphics look polished, cohesive, and on-brand? This hands-on workshop will walk you through the essentials of Canva so you can design with confidence—no design background required.
In Canva Essentials for Mastering Social Media Design, you’ll learn how to:
- Create scroll-stopping social graphics quickly and efficiently
- Use templates, brand kits, and layouts to stay consistent
- Design posts that align with your message and platform best practices
- Save time while elevating the overall look of your content
Whether you’re a small business owner, entrepreneur, or content creator, this session will give you practical skills you can use immediately.
Reserve your spot today.
LinkedIn Live Coffee with Regina
December 24 2025 | 10 AM EST
I’ll be joining Regina Andler, AI-Empowered Business Strategist and Founder of Autumn Ascent Consulting LLC, on her podcast for a real-talk chat about what’s actually working on social media (and what so many business owners get wrong).
We’re diving into the reasons social isn’t just about posting pretty pictures, it’s about building real connections, saving time, reducing stress, and, yes, growing your business with a strategy that makes sense for you.
Regina knows how to ask the right questions, so you KNOW this conversation will be packed with practical, honest insights! If you’re an entrepreneur who wants social media to finally feel doable (and maybe even fun!), come join us.
Bring your coffee and questions and let’s make your social presence work smarter for you. Listen in and join the chat( can’t wait to connect!)
Plan, post, and prosper | 2-day interactive Online workshop
December 11 & 12, 2025 9:00AM - 10:30AM ET
Plan, Post, and Prosper: Stress-Free Holiday Social Media Workshop
Attention Busy Business Owners & Entrepreneurs:
Would you like to enjoy the holidays without worrying about your social media content?
Join social media strategist Maggie Carey on December 11th & 12th at 9 AM Eastern for a two-day, hands-on workshop that will help you plan and create your holiday content in real time—so you can wrap up the year feeling organized, confident, and ready to relax.
What You’ll Gain:
- Holiday-Ready Post Ideas — Keep your business visible while you take a well-deserved break.
- Time-Saving Creation Hacks — Learn how to batch and schedule content in minutes.
- Effortless Scheduling Tips — Discover the easiest ways to set your social media on autopilot through the end of the year.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll have 14 days of December content planned, created, and scheduled—leaving you free to focus on your clients, your family, and a little holiday cheer.
Don’t let social media overwhelm you during the busiest season of the year.
Join us to Plan, Post, and Prosper—and finish 2025 strong while setting the stage for a successful 2026.
Register for just $95
Secure your spot now!
2026 Social Media Insights: What to Focus On
Monday, December 8, 10:00 AM ET
Feeling like social media keeps changing faster than you can keep up?
You’re not imagining it — the landscape has shifted in a big way, and 2026 is set to bring even more transformation.
Join Master It Media Founder, Maggie Carey, for a special showcase presented to Master Networks Brewster that will help you step into the new year with clarity and confidence.
What You’ll Learn
In this session, you’ll discover:
- What’s changing across major social platforms in 2026
- What’s no longer worth your time or energy
- Strategies that actually build traction and visibility
- How to simplify your social media plan — no gimmicks, no overwhelm
You’ll walk away with actionable insights, clear direction, and renewed confidence to make 2026 your best marketing year yet.
Join us on Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86401219808
📱 Text 845-444-2752 to receive the passcode.
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