Are you an Entrepreneur looking for expert advice and guidance for your business?
Do you have a challenge or idea you’d like to explore, but aren’t sure where to turn?
In the Luminary Conference Business Growth Lab, women entrepreneurs have the chance to get personalized advice from experts in key business areas.
Growth Lab Sponsored By:
Alma: Your Safe Space for Entrepreneurial Growth!
Step into a non-competitive, no-pressure environment designed for women entrepreneurs, whether you're already rocking the business world or dreaming of launching your own venture. Discuss your ideas, challenges, and opportunities with a panel of supportive local business experts who are ready to offer thoughtful questions and immediate feedback.
Space in the Business Growth Lab is limited to 20 participants this year. You must have a ticket to the Luminary Business Forum (a pre-conference event on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026) and submit an interest form to be considered.
Attendees will be reviewed by the Luminary Conference Planning Committee in early August and notified as soon as possible if they are accepted to participate.
Let's turn your vision into reality together!
Our Panel of Experts are the powerhouse women who make the experience truly invaluable. With deep expertise in Finance, Legal, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship, they serve as a supportive panel, offering thoughtful feedback, sound advice, and answers to the big (and small) questions. Their goal isn’t to judge—it’s to empower. We are deeply grateful for their generosity in sharing their knowledge, ensuring that every presenter walks away with greater confidence, clarity, and a stronger path forward.
Our Panel Of Experts
Funding & Finance Experts
Jodi Hruska, Continuum Financial Group
Marketing & Growth Experts
Samantha Herr, Herr Branding Co.
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You’ll receive thoughtful feedback on your business idea or challenge
Get a spark of support to turn your plan into a reality
Gain valuable practice presenting to a panel of supportive, local experts
Get your brand in front of 200+ women leaders with the Entrepreneur Showcase
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Business Growth Lab participants must be registered attendees of the Luminary Conference’s Business Forum on Thursday, September 24.
Ticket price: $57 or participate in all activities on both days with the All Access Pass for $247
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Space is limited to 20 presenters. If you’re an entrepreneur or small-business leader who needs feedback about a challenge or opportunity with your business, complete the application by July 31.
During the Business Growth Lab you will have 10 minutes to present. To get the most out of your time, we recommend briefly describing your business or presenting your idea, and then asking the panel a specific question about your challenge or opportunity. Practice your presentation! Registered participants will receive an email with tips from our team and past participants on how to make the most out of your presentation.
Come with an open mind and heart as panelists ask questions and give 15 minutes of feedback after your presentation.
A projector, universal connectors, and remote will be provided for presenters. You will need to bring your own laptop for presentations. Specifics to come once you are accepted as a presenter.
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Each expert panel will have legal, marketing, finance, and general business advising expertise represented.
We understand that presenting about your business may include sensitive or proprietary information. Therefore, all experts will sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).
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Yes! Every presenter will be paired with a mentor to help you refine your ask to the panel, give advice on your presentation and answer questions.
Watch our overview video now to get early insights.
“I had the best experience as a woman entrepreneur. I got to present my business and get feedback on where I am and how to get to where I want to be. I am so thankful and encouraged and grateful for their time, expertise and generosity!”
- Tricia Schleper, Schleper Coaching, 2022 conference participant
