In partnership with enterprise companies, Luminary has awarded 3,000+ Fellowships—spanning 50+ cities.  
With more than 75% of Fellowships awarded to women/people of color. 

Each Fellowship Program is customized with a tailored curriculum, in partnership with our enterprise sponsor, designed to help them invest in themselves, their careers and/or their businesses delivering:

•  Full Year of Luminary Membership
• Ongoing education and support
• Critical introductions and access to networking 
• Community and connection
• Business resources and partner content
• Programs and events IRL and virtually
• Coaching and mentorship
• Visibility and Brand amplification

Market misperceptions

Small business owners, in particular underrepresented founders, are often underestimated. Their insights, innovations, and the opportunities they identify are frequently overlooked or undervalued.

Network exclusion

Limited access to key business and social networks can hold small businesses back—restricting opportunities for mentorship, capital, and continued education.

Underfunded Growth

Lack of access to startup and growth capital makes it harder to scale. Many face challenges hiring, entering new markets, or expanding operations sustainably.

Revenue Inequality

Only 21% of all small businesses are owned by underrepresented minorities. And although women own 40% of businesses in the U.S., fewer than 2% generate over $1 million in annual revenue. The number is even lower for women and people of color.

Small businesses need more than just capital to succeed. They require ongoing education, coaching, mentoring, community, networks, guidance, and exposure to grow and thrive.

That's why enterprises are partnering with Luminary to support small business owners in overcoming the challenges of business ownership.