A DAY DESIGNED TO MOVE YOU FOWARD
KS WELI Changemakers Summit is an energizing, full-day experience celebrating innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship at The University of Texas at Austin. Through keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions, UT Austin students will connect with inspiring speakers, founders, mentors, and ecosystem leaders. Students will walk away with practical frameworks, new connections, and real-world insight they can apply immediately; whether they’re launching a venture, testing an idea inside an organization, or sharpening the skills that set them apart in internships and future careers.
Perry Hector
CEO, Wonderkind
Rebecca Feferman
Head of Operations, TaxTaker
Sr Social Strategist, Wonderkind
MP, Wellness Growth Ventures
Priti Joshi
Board Member & Advisor, Supergut
Nish Parekh
SVP & Chief Product Officer, Omnicell
Leslie Zamora Murguia
Managing Director, TPG
Kathy Terry
Founder, P-Terry's Burger Stand
Christie Burke
Prior Head of Enterprise Sales, Zoom
Julie Ruehle
Founder and Partner, Aspirational Ventures
Makenzie Stokel
Co-Founder, EVA
Andrea Nucete-Elliott
Founder & CEO, TIY
Anita Desai
Head of Industry, Tiktok
Liz Williams
CEO, El Pollo Loco
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Frequently Asked Questions
Event Details
The KS WELI Changemakers Summit is being held at the Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs Mansion located on 24th and Gabriel diagonal from Orange Market.
Check-in will begin promptly at 9:00 AM so plan to arrive 10-15 minutes earlier if you’d like to prioritize avoiding long lines.
The majority of programming will be indoors with activations taking place outdoors if weather permits.
We’re expecting around 400 attendees which consist of your fellow UT Austin peers and include invited mentors and thought leaders that you will have the chance to interact with during our networking portion of the event.
Yes, this full day conference has been carefully curated for UT Austin students, and we will be confirming your eligibility at check-in by asking you to show us your physical UT ID.
Yes! We will have lunch, drinks, and snacks on site provided by in-kind donors.
Yes! We will have options for attendees with dietary restrictions.
We have one water bottle station on site. We will plan to have plenty of in-kind donated water and beverage options.
Our full speaker list will be released soon, stay tuned for those announcements!
No, sessions will not be recorded.
Yes! We’ve dedicated a portion of the changemakers summit agenda specifically for networking after the final keynote speaker closes out. You don’t want to miss any potential connections so stick around starting at 3:45 to take full advantage of our networking hour!
Yes! Alongside our two main keynote speakers, this summit will include three breakout sessions throughout the day that happen in a stagger manner to allow everyone plenty of time to check them out.
No. Seating is first come first serve.
Additional Event Logistics
Yes! Restrooms will be available on-site, with signage displayed for easy access.
Re-entry is allowed; however, you must return to the end of the line upon re-entry. No exceptions will be made.
Come as you are! While the KS WELI Changemakers Summit is a conference style event, we are fully aware that student attendees may be running to and from class throughout the day.
Yes, security will be directly in charge of ensuring capacity of the venue is not exceeded.
Yes, we completely understand that you may be coming directly from class, so we want to ensure that you’re able to bring your belongings. Keep in mind, there will not be a coat check so plan to always carry your belongings.
No, parking will not be available for student attendees as venue is within the heart of west campus.
For any additional questions, reach out to us at kswelinstitute@austin.utexas.edu We’ll do our best to respond within three business days. Thanks for your patience! 
