Poughkeepsie is home to a growing community of woman-owned businesses that bring passion, creativity, and connection to the Hudson Valley. By choosing to shop locally, you’re supporting entrepreneurs who invest back into the community and help make our area a vibrant place to live, work, and visit.
Among these local businesses are Dutchess Roots and The Yoga House – two woman-owned businesses conveniently located in the same shopping plaza, making it easy to support local while enjoying two unique experiences in one stop. While you’re in the area, be sure to explore the many other woman-owned businesses throughout Poughkeepsie that make our community so special.
Woman-Owned Businesses to Visit in Poughkeepsie
Dutchess Roots
Dutchess Roots is a woman-owned dispensary in Poughkeepsie, founded by Lisa Sweeney and built on a simple idea: cannabis should feel approachable, not intimidating.
Lisa transitioned from a career in hospitality and healthcare project management to open the Town of Poughkeepsie’s first licensed recreational cannabis retailer. She has created a welcoming space centered on education, transparency, and genuine community connection. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or are an experienced cannabis consumer, the knowledgeable team is committed to helping every customer find products that fit their needs.
That same community-focused mindset extends beyond the dispensary. Dutchess Roots partners with the Dutchess Community College Foundation on scholarship initiatives and educational workshops designed to help reduce the stigma surrounding cannabis.
Visitors will find a thoughtfully curated selection of flower, pre-rolls, edibles, vapes, concentrates, and more, with every product chosen to reflect the quality and care that define the Dutchess Roots experience.
The Yoga House
Co-founded by Joyce San Pedro and Amy Reed, The Yoga House has grown into a trusted wellness destination with multiple locations throughout the Hudson Valley, including its Poughkeepsie studio steps away from Dutchess Roots.
The studio offers much more than yoga, with classes including Pilates, barre, TRX, strength training, meditation, and other wellness-focused programming. Its welcoming atmosphere and diverse class offerings have made The Yoga House a favorite place for movement, mindfulness, and community.
Support Local. Support Woman-Owned.
Every purchase made at a locally owned business helps strengthen the Poughkeepsie community. Supporting woman-owned businesses not only celebrates entrepreneurship but also helps create opportunities for future generations of business owners.
Dutchess Roots and The Yoga House are proud to be neighbors in the same shopping plaza, making it easy to stop in for a yoga class and then visit your local dispensary during the same trip. And while you’re out exploring, consider visiting some of the many other incredible woman-owned businesses throughout Poughkeepsie. Together, they help shape the unique character of our community.
When you choose to shop local, you’re doing more than making a purchase – you’re investing in your neighbors, supporting small businesses, and helping Poughkeepsie continue to thrive.
