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OCTOBER 22ND, 2025
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST
Location Announcement Coming Soon!
Luminary LIVE arrives in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, October 22nd. Together, we’ll gather for panels, workshops, and conversations designed to inform, inspire, and strengthen our community. In a city where decisions shape industries and lives, this is a space for connection and growth. No matter your role or experience, there’s a seat for you at our table. And yes, it’s entirely free.
Heads Up!
To attend, make sure you’ve signed up for the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready (Digital Ready) platform. Click here to create a Digital Ready account and just present a screenshot of your sign-up at the entrance for admission.
Thank You To Our Partner
EVENT AGENDA
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Morning Connections
9:20 AM - 9:30 AM: Welcome Address
With Cate Luzio, Founder & CEO, Luminary
9:30 AM - 10:30 PM: Building While Flying
Sheila D. Collins, VC Fund Partner and Portfolia, Rising America | Christine Phillips, Founder, Bon Voyage | Christine Torrance Hart, CEO and Founder, Teak and Twine
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM: Digital Ready Expert Led Session
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM: Refining Your SWOT
With Cate Luzio, Founder & CEO, Luminary
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Digital Ready Platform Demo
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM: Table Talks
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch & Networking
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM: Building Your Brand
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM: M/WBE Certification
With Phala Mire, President, WBENC
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM: Financial Keys To Success
With Tricia Taitt, CEO, Fincore
3:00 PM- 3:45 PM: Digital Marketing 101
With Maribel Lara, Founder & Principal, Beget Love Consulting
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM: Networking Reception
THE LUMINARY LIVE EXPERIENCE
Since 2022, Luminary LIVE has brought its magic from Miami to LA, Philadelphia, and beyond, connecting hundreds of individuals nationwide. Our 1–2 day experience is packed with programming, networking, activations, and more, all designed to fuel entrepreneurs, corporate professionals, people in transition, and everyone in between.
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.