Influencer Network

A Greenwich native, Ali’s been working in the magazine world since she was 19 years old. From ELLE to Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour and now 12 years at Greenwich magazine as the Social Editor. Ali loves getting dressed up for the party as much as covering them but also loves staying home with her family a little bit more! Social media is her creative outlet, but she believes “never posts too much, you gotta stay mysterious”.

Another Greenwich native, Daniel and his partner, Robert Miressi, have been in the hospitality business for over 30 years and in the event staffing business since 2007. If not a vendor at a premier Greenwich event Daniel is sure to be a guest there. When not planning or attending fabulous events Daniel can also be found at The Greenwich Historical Society where he works part-time as their Special Events Director.

Emma Whitney Barhydt is a lifelong resident of Greenwich, having dedicated her efforts to the local weekly paper, the Greenwich Sentinel, where she wears many hats. Among her various roles, she takes particular delight in her duties as a discerning critic of restaurants and exploring inns and hotels across the North East. Her commitment to community is well reflected in the mission of the Greenwich Sentinel, as they passionately endeavor to celebrate Greenwich and its remarkable inhabitants.

Established in 2016 by founders Ilario Altamura & Ross Atamian and based in Stamford, CT, Parachute Concerts specializes in producing concerts, events & festivals throughout the United States. From world-class entertainers to large scale music & food festivals, versatility is the cornerstone of Parachute Concerts’ business mode.

For almost 60 years Val’s Putnam Wines have been the “Wine Connoisseurs of Greenwich”. After a successful career in finance, Jeb took over for his late father in 2011 and his partner in crime Gabriella joined him in 2014. If there’s a fabulous event going on in town, Jeb & Gabriella can usually be found there, whether as guests or vendors, and if you’re lucky enough to walk into one of the 2 Val’s locations you’ll get the benefit of their extensive expertise.

As another Greenwich native, Jen has a life-long passion for the local community. Licensed as a real estate salesperson since 1998, Jen has a vast network and broad outreach, sending a daily email to over 10,000 people in the Westchester and Fairfield County areas about local businesses and upcoming events. She can often be found at one gathering or another throughout town and is a regular face in both the print and online society pages.

A marketing and communications professional with several years of expertise in small business startup, non-profit organizations and multichannel marketing, Jess is one half (alongside co-founder, Craig Jones) of the dynamic duo that makes up Greenwich Point Marketing, a company devoted to developing and executing high-quality and effective online & offline marketing solutions.

Greenwich Girl is a hyper local media brand that supports and promotes local business. Founded by Laura McKittrick, a Greenwich native and current resident, the GG brand has multiple verticals including a website, subscription-based newsletter and several social media platforms, all of which are updated daily. Greenwich Girl is the go-to for what to do, things to see, where to go and places to eat in and around Greenwich!

Hailing from a quaint Rhode Island town, Laura’s academic pursuits took her to the vibrant University of Tampa, where she earned a degree in Advertising and Public Relations. Not one to settle, she furthered her education with an M.Ed. from the University of South Florida, specializing in curriculum and instruction. However, her passion for group fitness classes set the stage for a journey that’s been nothing short of exhilarating.

A fearless entrepreneur, Laura embarked on a life-changing adventure by selling everything that wouldn’t squeeze into her Toyota Corolla to launch her very first boutique fitness studio in a town she’d never even heard of. Fast forward to today, and she’s the powerhouse behind multiple boutique fitness studios and Lifestyle magazines in Connecticut leading a team of over 50 employees.

When she’s not busy shaping the next big venture, you’ll find her spending quality time with her husband, friends, family, and her adorable pup, Harvey, or immersed in a good sweat session at the gym. Life with Laura is a thrilling ride, where every chapter promises excitement, achievement, and a touch of pure inspiration.

Layla Lisiewski is CEO and Founder of the Local Moms Network, a digital platform that enables the delivery of rich content that is enjoyable to read on 3 very impactful channels: social media, email, and website. They help moms and parents navigate all of the choices they face and feel comfortable in their towns by providing valuable, trustworthy resources and opportunities for connection. Their network consists of 146 local parents curating content and events for communities across 30 states.

Asya Geller is a Business Development expert that yields her experience from both the corporate world and her current work with small local businesses. Asya worked at Sotheby’s auction house for 10 years where she was Head of the Client Development Department with a focus on Global Business Development for their Jewelry Department. Currently, Asya currently runs Marketing, Events and Partnerships for Greenwich Moms, pursuing her passion of helping local businesses and giving busy moms the gift of time.

A resident of Greenwich, Connecticut since 2011, Liz founded “It’s All in the Details, LLC” during a global pandemic. Passionate about giving back, bringing people together to create win-win situations, and supporting local businesses, she instinctively knew the timing was right to start planning and producing events in the community of Greenwich. Her first event was the 2021 Old Greenwich Market & Family Festival in Binney Park and was hugely successful. Excited community members attended in droves after 18 months of quarantine, mask-wearing, limited social engagements, and a lack of “normalcy” in their lives. Seeing children or all ages, as well as their parents, smile and laugh while running around outside at the festival was extremely rewarding for all. This signature event was rebranded the Old Greenwich Festival (#ogf) and continues to grow while bringing the community together.

Liz continues to plan and produce various events in the Greenwich area from Pop-Ups, Shopping events, Festivals, Parties, and more. She has partnered with many local businesses and non-profit organizations to create unique experiences with a purpose.

Marcia O’Kane is President & CEO of Greenwich Chamber of Commerce and is the face of the organization which advocates, promotes, connects and educates local businesses. For over 100 years The Chamber has hosted numerous networking events designed to bring businesses together. It supports community advocacy and honors town heroes. Its over 500 members play an important part of the business community.

PJ Kennedy is founder & content creator for the award winning, digital media brand, “Hey Stamford!”. Utilizing the most popular social media tools, PJ founded this lifestyle & entertainment channel as the premier guide for people seeking what’s new in food and entertainment in the City of Stamford. We cover local businesses, people, issues, and lifestyle related to Stamford. Constantly looking for what’s genuine, unique and next, we deliver inspiration every day to locals who have come to count on us – the urban explorers, the fun seekers, the trend spotters.

In addition to her role as Founder & Creative Director of Tiger Lily Events, a company specializing in event planning and consultation, Rachel is the Events Director at Moffly Media.

Her ethos is “Events are always fun and productive. I love bringing creative ideas to any gathering you have in mind, from small celebrations to large business luncheons. Handing the vision and details is what I do, so you can keep your eye on the big goal.”

Party with Moms is an original media company celebrating and serving moms through content. Brought to you by Remy Cook, a licensed agent for Douglas Elliman in CT and NY, the site offers parenting & educational content, in addition to a college/private school admissions column, guest contributors, home renovation/design advice and more.

Robin’s devotion to the Greenwich community is reflected in her award-winning public service news reports Tuesdays on WGCH: “the Voice of Fairfield & Westchester counties.” Robin is Editorial Director & Publisher of Old Greenwich & Riverside neighbors, a community forum for residents to share news, concerns & stories. Robin’s commitment to volunteerism since moving from NYC to Greenwich in 1991 includes American Red Cross/Greenwich, Live Like Luke, Story Barn/Greenwich Historical Society, the Smith College Club and more. In her spare time, she loves teaching English to high school students in Europe online & playing with @sammythepup2022: her “4th child who happens to be a Lab.”

Robin Selden is the executive chef and managing partner of Marcia Selden Catering and Naked Fig Catering, based in CT and NYC, with over 1,000 annual events, including premier parties and weddings in the tri-state area and beyond. She was named one of the 100 Most Inspiring People in the Wedding industry by The Knot. Selden is a former president and chef of the year of the International Caterers Association, a board ambassador for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and a founding member of the American Cancer Society’s Women Leading the Way to Wellness. Alongside her brother Jeffrey, she’s dedicated to mentoring the next generation through teaching for the past ten years at Cornell University and Boston University. Robin resides in Stamford, with her husband, twins, and their Goldendoodles.

Born and raised in Greenwich, Sarah has built a name for herself in both the physical and digital community. She’s provided countless hours of communications support to leading nonprofit organizations and business institutions, built a strong network in the lifestyle events and art industry in key US cities, and regularly travels internationally. In addition to running her own company, Hybrid Media, she’s also a local volunteer and can often be seen documenting her exploits with her rescue dog, Sumi on his IG page, @sumi_loves_you.

The Port Chester Rye Brook Rye Town Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to supporting the local business community through networking, advocacy, education and marketing. The Chamber serves as a valuable business resource by partnering with local government, community leaders, and other stakeholders. They are passionate about promoting the diverse mix of businesses in our area, making new connections and creating opportunities for businesses to engage with the community.

“Right this way my friend” it reads at the entranceway of Tony’s, an Italian Steakhouse & Bar located in the stunning J House boutique hotel in Greenwich, Connecticut. The greeting is genuine and the man behind the sentiment is veteran Maître d’ / Restaurateur, Tony Capasso. No stranger to the Greenwich dining scene, this truly unique talent brings over 25 years of fine dining experience to Tony’s.