Past Events

Learn How to Easily Design Visuals That Make Your Brand Shine

If your posts look a little pieced together, it’s time for a glow-up. This workshop walks you through the best practices for creating clean, cohesive, and branded graphics that support your message—and elevate your feed.

We’ll cover:
✔️ What makes a graphic scroll-stopping and on-brand
✔️ Smart layout strategies for quotes, tips, and announcements
✔️ Canva tips to not only speed up your process—but help your content stand out
✔️ A set of graphic templates you can customize and use right away
✔️ How to stay consistent across platforms without overthinking it

You’ll walk away with simple, repeatable steps to upgrade your visuals and show up with confidence—every time you post.

From Clicks to Clients: A Step-by-Step Path Enhanced by AI

You’ve got great social media content — but where do your followers go after they click? A website visit or profile glance is often the end of the road. Without a clear next step, potential clients slip away.

That’s where a lead magnet comes in. A lead magnet is a valuable resource — like a guide, checklist, or mini-training — offered in exchange for an email address. It helps you provide value first, while opening the door to nurture that relationship into paying business.

We’ll cover:
✔️ Create a lead magnet that your ideal client will be excited to grab
✔️ Collect and organize contacts without tech headaches
✔️ Nurture leads with natural, trust-building follow-ups
✔️ Track every lead in an Opportunities Pipeline so you can see your progress
✔️ Use AI tools to brainstorm, write, and automate tasks along the way

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with a proven path to turn value into clients — and a clear understanding of how AI can make the process faster and more manageable.

Don't miss this 1 hour workshop, reserve your spot today.

Feeling overwhelmed by tech and new marketing tools?
You’re not alone. So many smart, hardworking business owners push themselves harder every day—yet still feel like they’re falling behind. It’s not about talent or capability—it’s about the ever-changing “rules of the game” and technology that seems to move faster than anyone can keep up.

That’s why Maggie Carey is thrilled to join AI Made Easy: Smart & Simple, speaking September 17 at 12:15 PM EST. She’ll show you how to take the tools that feel intimidating and turn them into your shortcut to growth.

Here’s what you’ll gain from this summit:

• Save hours of time with smart, actionable AI strategies
• Attract the right clients without guessing what works
• Cut through the overwhelm and finally feel like you’re winning
   

Every speaker at this event is committed to making AI simple for you—no jargon, no overload, just clear, practical strategies you can use immediately.

This is your chance to get ahead, simplify your workflow, and finally see results without burning out.

Reserve your free ticket today and join us for a smarter, simpler approach to AI.

This online-only workshop is designed to help entrepreneurs and business owners elevate their brand through visually engaging social media graphics.

Join Maggie Carey, social media strategist and design coach, as she walks you through creating custom, eye-catching visuals that communicate your message effectively. In this hands-on session, you’ll:

• Learn to craft graphics that capture attention and reinforce your brand identity
   
• Access customizable templates you can use immediately
   
• Follow clear, step-by-step techniques to design professional-looking posts
   
• Gain confidence in creating consistent, branded visuals for all your social media platforms
   

Whether you’re new to design or looking to streamline your content creation, this workshop will give you practical tools to make your social media stand out.

Reserve Your Spot Today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your visual branding and elevate your social presence.

LinkedIn Local Hudson Valley is back for another unforgettable evening of connection, conversation, and community-building. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting to expand your professional network, this event is your opportunity to gain fresh ideas, real connections, and actionable insights to move your business forward.

This gathering brings together the Hudson Valley’s most dynamic professionals, entrepreneurs, and change-makers in an inspiring venue designed for collaboration and connection.

Meet the Panelists:

🌟 Phyliss Juliano, RN
Affirmed Home Care

🌟 Mark Mathias
Owner of Lightbridge Academy & The Barley House

🌟 Bryan Fryer
Grassi Nonprofit Consulting & Advisory

• Powerful panel conversation on purpose-driven leadership
• High-level networking with business professionals across industries
• Delicious grazing station by NY Hospitality Group, Sam’s of Gedney Way, The Great American Co., and Caperberry Events
• Cash bar and plenty of conversation
• A welcoming atmosphere that promotes real connection
   

Proceeds from this event benefit Backyard Sports Cares, a nonprofit transforming youth sports by promoting self-confidence, inclusion, and access for underserved children and those with special needs.

Their mission? To replace the “win-at-all-costs” mindset with a lifelong love of the game—and ensure that every child, regardless of ability or background, has a place to play, grow, and thrive.

Learn more: www.byardsportscares.org

This event is proudly co-hosted by Pasquale Palumbo (CPC Wealth Management) and Maggie Carey (Master It Media), with the support of our Braintrust Board:
Sami Vecchiolla, Daniel Alvarez, and Caroline King.

Join us for an evening that’s equal parts insight and inspiration.
If you're ready to connect with like-minded professionals, elevate your business, and support a cause that makes a difference—this is the room you want to be in.

👉 Reserve your spot today.

Want your social media videos to stand out and captivate your audience? This hands-on online workshop will teach you how to elevate your video content with Canva!

Join Maggie Carey, social media strategist and creative coach, to learn how to craft visually stunning videos perfect for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and more. In this session, you’ll discover how to:

• Use Canva’s design templates and animation tools to create professional-looking videos
   
• Tailor content specifically for social media platforms to maximize engagement
   
• Unleash your creativity with easy-to-use features for eye-catching results
   
• Build videos that grab attention, tell your story, and grow your audience
   

This workshop is perfect for business owners, marketers, and content creators who want to make a meaningful impact with their social media videos—without feeling overwhelmed by complicated software.

Reserve Your Spot Today!

Want to finally show up on video without spending hours recording or editing?
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create short, scroll-stopping videos that build connection and boost your visibility — without the overwhelm.

You’ll discover simple, repeatable steps to plan, film, and post Stories and Shorts that capture attention and keep your audience engaged.

Whether you’re recording quick tips, behind-the-scenes clips, or trend-inspired videos, you’ll walk away with easy strategies to confidently create content that works across every platform.

What you’ll learn:

✔️ The difference between Stories and Shorts (and how to use both strategically)

✔️ How to film, edit, and post short-form videos with ease using Canva©

✔️ Quick content ideas that work for Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and more

✔️ Tips to batch-record videos in under an hour

✔️ How to use the H.E.L.P. Process to script engaging videos fast

Perfect for:

Business owners, service providers, and creators who want to simplify video content creation, show more personality, and save time while staying consistent online.

LinkedIn Local Hudson Valley is back for another powerful evening of connection, conversation, and community-building. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner, an emerging entrepreneur, or a leader navigating growth, this event offers fresh perspective, meaningful connections, and real-world insight you can apply immediately.

This gathering brings together the Hudson Valley’s most engaged professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders for an honest conversation about the realities of running a small business—hosted in a warm, inspiring venue designed for connection.

🌟 Samara Halpern, Esq.
Managing Partner, Halpern Law, P.C.

🌟 Ryan Hirt
Development Director, Access: Supports for Living Foundation

🌟 Katherine Wonder
Owner, Sunset Bridge Consulting

Each panelist brings a unique perspective shaped by real experience—offering insight into leadership, growth, resilience, and what business owners often don’t hear until they’re living it.

• A candid panel conversation on “What No One Tells You About Running a Small Business”
• High-quality networking with professionals across industries
• Actionable insights, shared experiences, and honest dialogue
• A grazing station in a welcoming, elevated setting
• Cash bar and plenty of opportunity to connect
• A community-centered atmosphere that encourages real conversation

Proceeds from this event benefit Access: Supports for Living Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible.

The Foundation plays a vital role in strengthening communities by investing in training, innovation, and services that support individuals with mental health and substance use challenges, developmental disabilities, and essential children and adult services. Through their work, they help ensure care, dignity, and opportunity for those who need it most.

Rewarding Lives. Healthy Communities.
Learn more: https://accesssupportsfoundation.org

This event is proudly co-hosted by Pasquale Palumbo (CPC Wealth Management) and Maggie Carey (Master It Media), with the support of the LinkedIn Local Hudson Valley Braintrust Board:

Sami Vecchiolla • Daniel Alvarez • Caroline King

Join us for an evening that blends insight, authenticity, and community. If you’re ready to connect with like-minded professionals, gain perspective from real leaders, and support a meaningful cause—this is the room you want to be in.

👉 Reserve your spot today.

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.

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.

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!)

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.

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.

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