--- title: Member Highlight | Luminary description: Unlike any other community, we bring together our individual members and corporate/nonprofit members in one space so that they can connect and learn from one another. --- [![MCButton-Menu-2](https://www.weareluminary.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MCButton-Menu-2.png?width=200&name=MCButton-Menu-2.png "MCButton-Menu-2")](https://www.weareluminary.com/smallbusinessmastercard) [**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/weareluminary) [**](https://www.instagram.com/weareluminary/) [**](https://www.facebook.com/weareluminary) [![Book a Day Pass](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4720688/576b4dad-3441-4b1d-be0a-c9e5bfc54a6d.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4720688/576b4dad-3441-4b1d-be0a-c9e5bfc54a6d) [![Book Now ](https://www.wearelu.com/individualmemberships)](https://www.weareluminary.com/luminarymemberships) [![Schedule a Tour](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4720688/3fc3c9dd-9056-4d20-abb5-d94d8cc7d777.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4720688/3fc3c9dd-9056-4d20-abb5-d94d8cc7d777) [![Already a Member?](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4720688/8c43714b-3a5e-4611-a91f-3d306b158a3f.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4720688/8c43714b-3a5e-4611-a91f-3d306b158a3f) [![Luminary_2-Jun-11-2024-05-48-05-2042-PM](https://www.weareluminary.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Luminary_2-Jun-11-2024-05-48-05-2042-PM.png?width=163&height=50&name=Luminary_2-Jun-11-2024-05-48-05-2042-PM.png "Luminary_2-Jun-11-2024-05-48-05-2042-PM")](https://www.weareluminary.com/home) # Member Highlights ### **COME SIT AT OUR TABLE ™** We’re all about YOU. Luminary is an inclusive community, not an exclusive club. Diversity and inclusion are paramount to our mission. Unlike any other community, we bring together our individual members and corporate/nonprofit members in one space so that they can connect and learn from one another. ### [Marina Khidekel on Inc: What 6 Founders Wish They Knew Before Selling Their Companies](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/marina-khidekel-on-inc-what-6-founders-wish-they-knew-before-selling-their-companies) January 14, 2026 | By [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | [Member Highlight](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/topic/member-highlight) [Keep Reading](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/marina-khidekel-on-inc-what-6-founders-wish-they-knew-before-selling-their-companies) ### [Elyse Cohen on Fortune: Can celebrity brands really challenge unattainable beauty standards?](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/elyse-cohen-on-fortune-celebrity-brands-and-beauty-standards) January 14, 2026 | By [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | [Member Highlight](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/topic/member-highlight) [Keep Reading](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/elyse-cohen-on-fortune-celebrity-brands-and-beauty-standards) ### [Komel Caruso on Business Wire: Joi + Blokes Acquires HerMD](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/komel-caruso-on-business-wire-joi-blokes-acquires-hermd) January 14, 2026 | By [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | [Member Highlight](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/topic/member-highlight) [Keep Reading](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/komel-caruso-on-business-wire-joi-blokes-acquires-hermd) ### [Financial Tips for Women from Former Hedge Fund CFO Ruchi Pinniger](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/financial-tips-for-women-from-former-hedge-fund-cfo-ruchi-pinniger) January 14, 2026 | By [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | [Member Highlight](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/topic/member-highlight) [Keep Reading](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/financial-tips-for-women-from-former-hedge-fund-cfo-ruchi-pinniger) ### [Geri Stengel on Forbes: Innovation And Policy Power Women’s Health Reform](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/geri-stengel-on-forbes-innovation-and-policy-power-womens-health-reform) January 14, 2026 | By [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | [Member Highlight](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/topic/member-highlight) [Keep Reading](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/geri-stengel-on-forbes-innovation-and-policy-power-womens-health-reform) ### [Michelle Penczak on Military.com:  Squared Away has been recognized as one of Military.com’s Top Military Spouse Employers for 2025!](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/michelle-penczak-on-military.com-squared-away-has-been-recognized-as-one-of-military.coms-top-military-spouse-employers-for-2025) August 20, 2025 | By [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | [Member Highlight](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/topic/member-highlight) [Keep Reading](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/michelle-penczak-on-military.com-squared-away-has-been-recognized-as-one-of-military.coms-top-military-spouse-employers-for-2025) ### [Olivia Herlihy on People: Our Favorite Personalized Jewelry](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/olivia-herlihy-on-people-our-favorite-personalized-jewelry) August 20, 2025 | By [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | [Member Highlight](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/topic/member-highlight) [Keep Reading](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/olivia-herlihy-on-people-our-favorite-personalized-jewelry) ### [Tania Kottoor is on the Serious Lady Business Podcast: Before You Join That Accelerator: What Founders Need to Know (And What No One Tells You About the Exit)](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/tania-kottoor-is-on-the-serious-lady-business-podcast-before-you-join-that-accelerator-what-founders-need-to-know-and-what-no-one-tells-you-about-the-exit) August 20, 2025 | By [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | [Member Highlight](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/topic/member-highlight) [Keep Reading](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/tania-kottoor-is-on-the-serious-lady-business-podcast-before-you-join-that-accelerator-what-founders-need-to-know-and-what-no-one-tells-you-about-the-exit) ### Luminary News News and Articles about Luminary. ### Subscribe for News Updates ### Topics - 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Best decision I've made in 2019 so far.” Jill Ozovek ### “Luminary is the best money I've ever spent. Not just saying that. It's made our Blankbox productivity so much better and is the PERFECT place to meet people!” Gabi Koshgarian Founder, Blankbox ### “Since joining Luminary, I now have set office hours. It has helped me manage my time significantly! It's also saving me on coffee dates with clients since I can have people meet me here!” Alyssa ### “I was looking for a place that would allow me to see my clients, and get out of my home office. Since I became part of the Luminary community, I feel more in control of my days, it has helped me be more present and intentional with my clients. I also have been able to balance work and connections and meet other interesting members!” Ghita Filali ### “The minute I stepped into the beautiful Luminary space and started meeting so many inspiring members, it hit me - I found my people! 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