Memberships

"While I've only been a part of the Luminary community for a few months, everyone I meet, have met, and continue to engage with is luminescent! Since starting my business just before COVID, I've discovered that being surrounded by compassionate, curious, and consciously inclusive and accessible humans is the way for all to thrive. Even with life's curveballs, there's a gift in knowing a collective is ready to light you up and bring joy despite the darkness. Again, thank you for the opportunity to be part of a collective that believes and embodies, WE ALL BELONG."

Dana Kaplan

Founder/Owner of DEED® (Developing Empathetic Education with Dana)

"The impact Luminary has had on me are [to stop apologizing and to own my own space as an entrepreneur and business founder]. [to own my accomplishments and not be afraid to speak about my accomplishments]. [providing me with unique professional development that speaks to my long-term growth via community building and networking opportunities].

Marshalla Ramos-Inde

Founder of Bubbly Moon Naturals

"I had not heard of Luminary prior to an event and listening to Cate tell your pivot story were the words I needed to hear. I joined Luminary and love the platform and have many new connections."

Jen Harkleroad

Owner of Jen Harkleroad Photography

"Luminary has been an incredible resource for me. Personally, I love the Luminary Library. This resource is packed full of past events, and it has such increbibly impressive speakers talking on wide variety of topics. I use it often when I'm looking for inspiration, or when I feel like I'm walking along a lonely road."

Kristine Beese

Founder and CEO of Untangle Money

"Luminary has impacted me through advancement opportunities by networking with like-minded individuals."

Genesis Dominguez

Chief Executive Officer of Honey Beauty LLC

"Luminary has been amazing for my professional and personal development. I’ve attended many educational informational sessions, and that’s a huge plus!"

Ammie Salom

Founder of Femmenominal Women Wellness Consulting

"Luminary has given me access to so many incredible Latina Founders and CEOs that have mentored and guided me through my rebrand."

Sandra Diaz

Founder of Lucia Diaz, LLC

"I became an Indeed x Luminary Fellow in May 2021, and started my role about a month later. Knowing that I am part of this community really helped energize me during the (at times arduous) job application processes. I am blown away by Cate's warmth and generosity, not to mention attention to detail. I am very grateful to be surrounded by people who care and who help me gain perspective on my own approaches to all things life!"

Anastasia Korolkova

Senior Research Associate at UC San Diego Health

"I have met some of the most amazing women at Luminary, learned a ton of knowledge that has helped my small business and me as a small business owner grow. I am grateful and very thankful to Cate for creating the opportunity to continue the experience of being a member of Luminary."

La Juana

Owner of The SPAaaht

"Just did my first workshop. Comments like “what you are doing is amazing” and “just knowing you are out there makes me feel better.” These words from Luminary members keep me going."

Melissa Blatt

Founder of Indipop

"I came to an event in January and heard Cate speak about why she started Luminary, what her mission is, and what she’s about. I signed up that day. I have to say that I am completely amazed by the whole team. The women that I’ve met are phenomenal. If something like Luminary existed way back when when we started in our career journeys, we would be in such an amazing place right now. But you know what? We’re on the path, we’re getting there, we’re getting shit done."

Yansi Fugel

Founder of Tux Couture

"We became a Corporate Member of Luminary as we believe you get what it takes to move the needle in Diversity and Inclusion."

Elisabetta Bartoloni

Partner and Head of Global Financial Services Practice at Heidrick & Struggles

"The depth and quality of Luminary’s offerings are super compelling but the leadership and team really make the difference."

Mike Simonton

Social Value Collaborations at Fitch Group