
Curious about life in CapNY? The CapNY Connectors will give you the inside scoop!
The best way to learn about New York’s Capital Region is from the people who call it home. Here you can find and connect with locals from across the eight-county region who share your interests and ambitions. Need community resources? Ideas for family friendly activities? Looking for that exceptional cup of coffee? Our Connectors are here for you!
Moving to another city/region/state is a difficult decision, and our hope is that you find a community where you feel at home. But, how do you know what to expect if you have limited (or no) experience with a particular location? Cue the CapNY Connectors! Our Connectors are volunteers who love living in NY’s Capital Region – and want to share that love with others. They work in diverse industries, pursue their unique interests, and come from all walks of life—and they all look forward to meeting you!
Our Connectors are happy to answer your questions and discuss their first-hand experience of what it’s like to work and live here. They’re deeply involved in the CapNY community and excited to share what they love about their home. Connect directly with them one-on-one to ask questions about life in CapNY — or reach out to us via the form below if you’re not sure yet who you’d be interested in speaking with. We’ll make the connection for you.
Check out the profiles below and find a Connector whose interests match your own!

Angelo Magliocca
Account Executive
The Albany Business Review
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Sports
Job Market
Business Community
Networking

Brittany Lawton
Founder &
Chief Coffee Drinker
Highly Caffeinated Marketing
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Coffee
Local Events & Festivals
Live Shows/Concerts/Theatre/Events
Business Community
Volunteer Opportunities

Chelsey Fu
Marketing Operations Manager
CAP COM
Federal Credit Union
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Coffee
Outdoor Activities
Pet-Friendly Spots
Family Fun
Job Market
Networking
Volunteer Opportunities
Winter in CapNY

Gabby Fisher
Founder, co-mads
Co-Founder, Micropolitan
Matchmakers
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Local Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries
Coffee
Job Market
Business Community
Networking
Volunteer Opportunities

Geoffrey Miller
Director of Corporate, Government & Foundation Relations
Russell Sage College
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Coffee
Local Events & Festivals
Live Shows/Concerts/Theatre/Events
Job Market
Business Community
Networking
Volunteer Opportunities

Gladys Valverde
Advisory Associate
KPMG
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Coffee
Outdoor Activities
Local Events & Festivals
Live Shows/ Concerts/ Theatre/ Events
Cost of Living
Networking
Volunteer Opportunities

Greg Barcomb
Senior
Account Executive
Ten Eyck Group
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Local Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries
Coffee
Outdoor Activities
Family Fun
Sports
Job Market
Cost of Living
Commutes
Business Community
Networking

John Mackowiak
Vice President,
Public Relations
The Martin Group
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Outdoor activities
Pet-friendly spots
Sports
Business Community
Volunteer Opportunities
Places of Worship

Kelly Person
Inspector General
Air Investigator
National Guard Bureau
I enjoy talking about…
Restaurants
Family Fun
Cost of Living
Commutes
Military Life

Sam Trimboli
Director of Shopper Experience
Price Chopper/
Market 32
I enjoy talking about…
Nightlife
Coffee
Job Market
Commutes
Business Community
Networking
Volunteer Opportunities
Social Clubs & Groups
Grocery Stores!

Sara Turoczy
Workforce & Community Engagement Champion
Crisafulli Bros.
I enjoy talking about…
Coffee
Pet-Friendly Spots
Business Community
Networking
Volunteer Opportunities
Gluten Free Sweet Treats!

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“When my husband and I first moved to the Capital Region from Portland, OR, we fell in love with the breezy and beautiful environment immediately. It fits perfectly with our lifestyles and raising our children here. Summer hiking, fall scenery viewing, winter skiing and spring road trips have brought pleasure all year round! Not to mention the professional development opportunities I’ve received are substantial. The Capital Region makes us thrive.”
Chelsey Fu, Marketing Operations Manager, Capcom Federal Credit Union