Gabby Lichtenberg is a perfect example of the power of the CapNY network. And that network is open to anyone, whether you’re a lifetime resident or find your way here as a transplant. Making the Move Lichtenberg, 37, and her husband moved to CapNY in 2017 from Westchester. They were spending enough hours a weekContinue reading “From Westchester to CapNY, A Transplant Story”
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Thriving in CapNY: Women in Digital Gaming
CapNY offers a level up for those looking to break into the gaming space. Jobs in game design, character development, software, and so much more are plentiful with 24 studios (7 large, 17 indie) calling the region home. An Industry BOOMING Many have produced games of our childhoods such as Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater asContinue reading “Thriving in CapNY: Women in Digital Gaming”
The New Tech Valley: 5 CapNY Companies With Global Impact
Meet the amazing tech companies that make CapNY one of the nation’s fastest growing metro areas for manufacturing jobs! We’ve Come a Long Way In the late 1990s, under the moniker “Tech Valley,” NY’s Capital Region committed to competing with major tech players like Boston and Silicon Valley. Now, CapNY has built a strong foundationContinue reading “The New Tech Valley: 5 CapNY Companies With Global Impact”
Brush Up on Your Skills: Staying Agile in CapNY
Learning a new skill for fun or to try and build up a side hustle is a great way to stay busy, meet new friends, and keep your portfolio diverse and interesting. When 2020 began, no one expected the year that was ahead of us. With the unexpected came job losses, transitions, or overall uncertaintyContinue reading “Brush Up on Your Skills: Staying Agile in CapNY”
5 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods and Towns In CapNY
Do you want quiet seclusion? Bustling city life and high energy? A little of both? While the most commonly known cities and towns—Albany, Schenectady, Troy, or Saratoga Springs—are often top of mind, there are smaller neighborhoods and towns sprinkled throughout the region with historic charm and a tangible energy brewing for what’s to come. NeighborhoodsContinue reading “5 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods and Towns In CapNY”
6 High-End Apartment Buildings: Living Luxe In Albany and Troy
With many of us spending more time at home than ever before, where you live and lay your head makes a difference in your overall lifestyle. In CapNY, higher end apartment communities are popping up everywhere. With a higher price point, you can expect a level of luxury and unique amenities. Luxury Living in AlbanyContinue reading “6 High-End Apartment Buildings: Living Luxe In Albany and Troy”
A Little Getaway: Tiny Home Resorts in CapNY
With most forms of travel on hold for the time being, a quick escape to a tiny home resort has many advantages. First, they offer privacy and safety that is unmatched (none of the lobbies or shared spaces of BnBs and hotels). And, they are often built with mindful, sustainable design features. As a result,Continue reading “A Little Getaway: Tiny Home Resorts in CapNY”