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JUNE 11TH, 2025
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM CST
Stay tuned for location updates!
Deep dish, deep dives—Chicago’s getting the full Luminary LIVE experience.
Chicago, get ready! On Wednesday, June 11th, Luminary LIVE hits the Windy City with high-impact conversations, dynamic networking, and next-level inspiration. Whether you're launching something new, leading at the top, switching gears, or just hungry for growth—there's a seat for you at our table.
You’ll dive into interactive sessions, connect with changemakers, and walk away with real-world tools (and real ones in your corner) - all right here in the heart of Chicago. This space is built for all of us. Find your seat, lift your voice, and grow alongside a community that’s here to put collaboration over competition.
It's also 100% free.
Heads Up!
To attend, make sure you’ve signed up on the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready (VSBDR) platform. Click here to register and just present a screenshot of your registration at the entrance for admission.
EVENT AGENDA
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM: Networking & Breakfast
9:50 AM - 10:00 AM: Welcome Address
With Cate Luzio, Founder and CEO, Luminary
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Building While Flying
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: The Brand Clarity Blueprint: Transform Your Online Positioning to Attract Your Dream Clients
With Ari Krzyzek, CEO & Head of Strategy at Chykalophia
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM: Optimizing Your Cash Flow
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With Tricia Taitt, CEO, FinCore
11:50 AM - 12:30 PM: Business Bootcamp Masterclass
With Cate Luzio, Founder and CEO, Luminary
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Table Talks
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM: Lunch & Networking
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM: VSBDR Platform Demo
2:00 PM- 2:30 PM: An Entrepreneur's Guide To Developing Your Personal Brand
With Maha Abouelenein, Author and CEO, Digital Savvy
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Digital Marketing 101
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With Maribel Lara, Founder & Principal, Beget Love Consulting
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM: Fireside Chat
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Andy Dunn, Founder, Pie
Manuela Zoninsein, Founder and CEO, Kaedya
Moderated by Cate Luzio, Founder and CEO, Luminary
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM: Closing Remarks
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Networking Reception
Stay tuned for more speaker announcements!
THE LUMINARY LIVE EXPERIENCE
From Miami to LA, Philadelphia and beyond, we've been bringing the Luminary LIVE magic to hundreds of individuals across the country since 2022. This 1-2 day experience provides programming, networking, activations, and more, designed to support entrepreneurs, founders, and small business owners.
Joanne Velarde
Luminary Live was incredible! So grateful I was able to attend. My cup was filled to the brim meeting and learning from so many amazing women. What you have created is phenomenal! Massive kudos to you Looking forward to staying connected and to personally meeting you at a future event
Justine Wentzell-Chang
Hannah Berger
Yesterday was such an awesome experience. I felt overwhelmed in the best way by the information I received and the inspirational women I connected with.
Baily Hancock
It was honestly one of the best events I’ve been to in 5+ years, thank you for being so generous with your insights and information! I’m serious - I’m typically bored after a session or two and every single one was wildly impactful. You curated a stellar lineup. I just signed up to become a Luminary Member.
Jennifer Herrera
I am SO grateful for the Luminary LIVE LA event. Thank you for creating those opportunities. Luminary is the real deal and the way you show up is refreshing, warm, and accessible.
RBC Attendee
What a special day it was! I enjoyed every speaker and every person I met today, including you. Worth the drive from Orange County.