About Us

It’s never easy to sum up what we do in just one sentence, but at our core, we’re here to help people uncover their purpose, clarify their vision, and turn their dream life into reality.

The mission:

To help people uncover their purpose & transform it into a sustainable, thriving business.

Torres Social, formerly known as Get Local, was founded in April 2022 by Albany native and former police officer Gina Torres.

With a deep desire to make a meaningful impact, Gina transitioned from law enforcement with no backup plan and found her calling in entrepreneurship. Her first taste of the entrepreneurial world came as a financial representative, but after just three months, she left to create her own venture.

Originally established as a vendor fair and community events company, Torres Social quickly grew from organizing small events with 5-10 vendors to hosting fairs with over 50-100 participants.

Gina’s talent for fostering connections and building networks made her a trusted resource for small businesses and entrepreneurs throughout the Capital Region.

Recognizing the need for mentorship and guidance, Gina launched her first mentorship program, offering $25 monthly sessions. Within just two months, she had over 50 businesses enrolled. Building on this success, she created and led three business bootcamps, each with over 10 participants, and supported more than 250 businesses through events and tailored resources.

As demand grew, Gina expanded her services to include brand development, social media management, web design, consulting, and strategic marketing. Today, Torres Social operates as a hybrid, referral-only consultancy. This model allows us to prioritize small business clients while also securing larger RFP and contract opportunities with partners like Life Reins Inc., a nonprofit providing equine-facilitated psychotherapy for mental health services.

By maintaining a hybrid approach, we offer affordable and competitive pricing for small businesses while delivering high-impact results for larger projects. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to uncover and live their purpose. Our mission is to provide the roadmap that empowers entrepreneurs to build sustainable, flourishing businesses.

With offices in Albany, NY, and Tampa, FL, Torres Social is committed to transforming visions into reality and making purpose-driven entrepreneurship accessible to all.

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Our Impact in Numbers

175+

Small Business Clients

We have mentored, coached, & help build over 175 small businesses from Upstate, NY to Central, FL since 2022.

250

Events Managed

From business grand openings to corporate soirées, we have expertly managed full-scale event operations.

150

Youth Impacted

Through our community partnerships, summer youth internships, and experiential learning cohorts @ UAlbany.

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The Dream Team

More than numbers.

It's not about the numbers; it's about the impact.

We measure impact by the connections we foster, the lives we transform, and the lasting value we bring to our community and beyond.

Our promise to all our clients is unwavering support, no matter what. We've never lost a client to financial distress, and we remain committed to ensuring that never happens.

Our hybrid, referral-only model provides sustainable growth through larger contracts, allowing us to maintain affordable pricing for small businesses. We didn’t embark on this journey for financial gain—we did it for freedom, passion, and purpose.

We dream of a world where every person to experience the same fulfillment, pursuing their dreams with confidence and purpose.