Cate Luzio is an impact-driven entrepreneur, community builder, and fearless advocate for advancing women and allies.

After more than two decades in banking, where she led global women’s networks, Cate saw first-hand the significant underrepresentation of women and women of color in the senior ranks and leadership pipeline— not due to lack of talent, but rather lack of investment and development in that talent, particularly in the “Power Middle”.

In 2018, Cate founded and self-funded Luminary, a first-of-its-kind gender-inclusive global B2B and B2C professional education and networking platform built on the belief that everyone deserves a seat at the table—no application required. Rooted in her ethos of collaboration over competition, Luminary creates pathways for people to thrive and define success on their own terms and helps businesses build ecosystems that support talent development and retention, foster inclusive and engaged workplaces, and elevate social impact initiatives.

Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice, trusted media resource, sought-after keynote speaker, moderator, and workshop leader, Cate seamlessly blends candor and insight with actionable tools and valuable resources. She is also a mentor for several organizations, and an active investor and advisor to a portfolio of women-founded companies.