Presented with support from Cindy and Greg Kozmetsky
Join The 19th on Wednesday, September 30, in downtown Austin for the second annual Ronya Kozmetsky Salon for Women in Business — an afternoon of conversation, connection and community.
Made possible by Cindy and Greg Kozmetsky in memory of Greg’s late mother, Ronya Kozmetsky — a philanthropist, educator and feminist who championed women’s leadership and opportunity — this annual gathering brings together women and LGBTQ+ people from across industries, from aspiring entrepreneurs to accomplished executives and business leaders.
The 19th’s economy and childcare reporter Chabeli Carrazana will lead a conversation with:
- Felecia Hatcher, CEO of Black Ambition Prize
- Monica Nassif, founder of Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day and author
They’ll talk about what they’ve learned from building businesses and organizations, navigating change and taking risks as they share practical insights from their careers.
Afterward, attendees can join small, focused conversations with Monica and Felecia, as well as Semira Nikou, co-founder of Better Sour, and Leslie Wingo, advertising executive and storyteller.
These informal discussions will give attendees a chance to ask questions, exchange ideas and learn directly from women with experience building companies, leading teams and navigating different stages of their careers.
Expect smart conversation, useful takeaways, meaningful connections and refreshments in an intimate setting.
When: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Where: 200 W 6th St., Suite 1700
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m. CT
Speakers
Event accessibility
- This is an indoor event. It’s hosted at Brown Advisory’s office in the Indeed Tower (view the event space)
- Paid parking (view rates) is available in the garage connected to the building (entrance at 608 Colorado St., west side of Colorado, between 6th and 7th streets)
- The building’s front entrance is ADA accessible with an elevator to the upper lobby and a second elevator to the 17th floor, where the event is held.
- There are ADA accessible, gendered and single-use private restrooms in the space. Guests are welcome to use whichever they are most comfortable with.
- Seating is limited and not guaranteed. If you need a seat, please email us in advance or let a staff member know when you arrive (events@19thnews.org)
- Masks are available and encouraged, but not required.
- Food options include vegetarian/vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free options. Non-alcoholic drinks are also available.
- Live captions will be available throughout the main program. Follow along on your smartphone or via the TV screen in the event space. Panel speakers will use microphones.
- Music will play before the panel begins at a low level.
- This event will not use moving lights.
We are committed to making this event accessible to all participants. If you have accessibility needs not addressed here, including ASL interpretation, large print materials or other accommodations, please reach out to events@19thnews.org.
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