Leaders

The Healthcare Cluster lays the foundation for CapNY’s vibrant economy, accounting for one in eight jobs regionwide. Major employers withinContinue reading “CapNY Healthcare Professionals Taking the Lead”

Pride Month is recognized around the world, to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. It takes place every June, in honor ofContinue reading “Celebrating Pride Month in CapNY: 3 Leaders Who Make it Happen”

“Juneteenth is important because it is the beginning of our history.” – Lashawn Hawkins, Founder of the I Can BreatheContinue reading “Juneteenth in CapNY: 4 Changemakers Paving the Way”

Despite systemic barriers in place for marginalized communities, there are countless thriving Black-owned businesses in CapNY. Many use their resourcesContinue reading “Making an Impact: 3 Black Entrepreneurs in CapNY”

If you’ve spent time in Albany, there’s a chance that you’ve noticed a bright red ‘X’ on multiple buildings. AlbanyContinue reading “4 Millennial Changemakers in CapNY Housing”

Hudson, NY Mayor Kamal Johnson is running for re-election this year following his unprecedented 2019 victory.  “We made history,” heContinue reading “Hudson’s Mayor Kamal Johnson is Making History”

For these five up and coming black leaders, leadership is more than just leading a group or organization. Each ofContinue reading “5 Young Black Leaders: CapNY Influencers”

Jade Warrick is a powerhouse artist and freelancer. Known in the art world as “TrashKid.” Jade is not only aContinue reading “Jade Warrick “TrashKid”: CapNY Freelancer & Activist”

Jammella Anderson, the founder of Free Food Fridge Albany, wanted to make fresh, perishable food available to marginalized communities. FoodContinue reading “CapNY Community: Free Food Fridge Albany”

If you’re a queer person thinking of moving to Albany, listening to voices from Albany’s queer movement provides perspective. There’sContinue reading “Voices from Albany’s Queer Movement: Caring and Inclusive”