Date: Sunday, March 15th

Location: The Cathedral, 2403 E 16th St, Austin, TX 78702

Join us for a day built for big thinkers, fearless doers, and passionate dreamers. From game-changing conversations to hands-on workshops, Luminary LIVE is where inspiration meets action — and it’s absolutely free.

Meet the founders, leaders, and visionaries shaping what success looks like in Austin and beyond. Whether you're launching something new or leveling up, this is your moment to connect, grow, and lead together.

Schedule of Events

9:00 - 9:50 AM CST

Light Breakfast and Networking

9:45 - 10:00 AM CST

Welcome Remarks and Kick Off

Cate Luzio, Founder and CEO, Luminary

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM CST

Fireside Chat - Building with Impact

Elyse Cohen, Chief Impact Officer, Rare Beauty

Moderated by Cate Luzio, CEO and Founder, Luminary

10:30 - 11:15 AM CST

Building While Flying

Melissa Wallace, Founder, Fierce Foundry + Fivefoottwo Marketing

Esosa Ighodaro, Co-Founder, Black Women Talk Tech

Marina Kay, Founder, Women Who Breathe

Moderated by Kat de Haen, Co-Founder, The Fourth Effect

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM CST

Crafting Your Founder SWOT

Cate Luzio, CEO and Founder, Luminary

12:00 - 12:45 PM CST

The Fundamentals of Social Media Marketing in 2026: Why It Still Matters & How To Stay Relevant

Maribel Lara, Founder, BeGet Love Consulting

12:45 - 1:30 PM CST

Lunch & Activations

1:30 - 2:15 PM CST

How the Media Decides You’re Credible: A Founder’s Journey From Posting to Press

Lyanne Alfaro, Founder and CEO, Project Reliable

2:15 - 2:45 PM CST

Perfecting Your Pitch

Precious Williams, Founder and CEO, Perfect Pitch Group

2:45 - 3:15 PM CST

The Who, The What, The How: Operationalizing Your Business

Andrea DeVos Abraham, Founder and CEO, Woosh Beauty

Tricia Taitt, Founder and CEO, Fincore

Moderated by Maggie Rhodes Davis, VP of Enterprise, Luminary

3:15 - 4:00 PM CST

Building Your Brand (for Legacy, for Scale, for Exit)

Carolina Lopez, Founder and CEO, BEJOU

Rocio Leon, Co-founder and CEO , Tozi Superfoods

Carrie Kerpen, Founder, The Whisper Group

Moderated by Sarah Foley, Managing Partner, InViNext Growth Partners

4:00 - 4:30 PM CST

In Conversation With...

Wendy Judy, Co-Founder, BRYMM

Leslie Reilly, Co-Founder, BRYMM

Moderated by Cate Luzio, CEO and Founder, Luminary

4:30 - 5:30 PM CST

Closing Remarks, Networking Reception, & Activations

Cate Luzio, CEO and Founder, Luminary

Activations You Won't Want To Miss

Digital Headshots with Shoott

Your next opportunity starts with a standout digital headshot. Refresh your personal brand with a high-impact digital headshot from Shoott.

Touch Ups with Woosh Beauty

Whether you need a touch up for that new headshot or just want a bit of glam, Woosh is at your service!

BRYMM Hat Bar

No SXSW outfit is complete without a hat! Enjoy customizing with BRYMM's Hat Bar to either start or finish your day at Luminary LIVE Austin.

In partnership with Verizon Small Business Digital Ready

Our national partner for Luminary LIVE is Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, a free learning program developed by small businesses to help small businesses grow and build their skills to succeed in the digital economy. Filled with courses, events, coaching sessions, and grant opportunities, it’s an easy way to advance your business, learn new skills, and meet other like-minded entrepreneurs. Not yet registered?

No problem at all! Click here to register, giving you complete access to our full-day experience.

WOW. What an incredible event yesterday with Luminary LIVE.

The conversations from the panelists left me deeply inspired — from leading with purpose to developing your CORE skills (not “soft” skills!), to the art of the pivot and the power of authenticity. YOU HAD TO BE THERE!

Radiance B.

As I navigate the next steps in my career, I had the incredible opportunity to attend an event in DC hosted by Luminary. Focused on small business owners, the day was jam-packed with great speakers, discussion, and networking.

Stephanie V.

I loved the Luminary Summit! Each year is better and the workshop, conferences and speakers are full of authenticity and real-life examples of what it takes to grow your business and/or create your ideal life. What I love the most is the community. I do feel like home.

Leonela G.

I came to Luminary LIVE Dallas not sure what to expect (a friend recommended I come who is a Luminary Member in Florida). I was blown away. What a day. I learned SO much!!!

Jasmine

What an incredible community that has been built with Luminary. The engagement of those you had in the room was amazing.

Jessica J.

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Luminary LIVE brings together leaders, builders, and change-makers for meaningful dialogue and connection. Sponsors partner with Luminary to support programming that fuels growth while engaging directly with a dynamic, values-aligned community.

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