Let’s hear it for the incredible women on Los Angeles!
Los Angeles Magazine held the Women of Impact 2026 Luncheon on March 13. The soiree was more than just another gathering as hundreds of invited guests were captivated by beautiful moments of inspiration and hope throughout the celebration.
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Honoring the trailblazing leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers shaping Los Angeles and beyond, this 2026 luncheon featured acclaimed actress, advocate, and March “LA Woman” Issue cover star Olivia Munn.
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The “Friends and Neighbors” star was recognized as the 2026 Woman of the Year for her journey overcoming breast cancer and her road to recovery that led to her being a champion for women’s health. Advocating for awareness and testing and taking in the moment with appreciation, Munn took the stage with a humble bow.
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She participated in a featured keynote conversation with Editor-in-Chief Jasmin Rosemberg during the affair that left the audience wanting to know more and being grateful for the insights.
The session was introduced by podcast host Jessica St. Clair. The 2026 luncheon was hosted by publisher Chris Gialanella and included opening remarks provided by Beverly Hills Mayor Dr. Sharona Nazarian.
Prior to the keynote, Carly Steele moderated a panel featuring a few of the accomplished women featured in the issue including Corinne Foxx, Oscar winner Ruth E. Carter, Corinne Verdery, and Genie Harrison.
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Attendees at this year’s Women of Impact luncheon included women from the issue plus an array of notable VIPs such as Olivia Munn, Jennie Garth, Jane Seymour, Corinne Foxx, Corinne Verdery, Eva LaRue, Pia Mehta, Scheana Shay, Lola Facinelli, Hilary Shor, Annabeth Gish, Karey Burke, Annabeth Gish, Lisa Vidal, Shani Darden, Aisha Bowe, Yasmine-Imani Mcmorrin, Cindy Ambuehl, Fran Berger, Susan Gallagher, Lina Leikam, Anush Movsesian, Laura Friedman, Lauren Parrish, Madison Poulter, Scheana Shay, Mary Bonnet, Jessica Hall, Michelle Pesce, Patti Röckenwagner, Rachel S. Moore, Rebecca Corry, Zulay Henao, Diana Madison, L’Agence Designer Tara Rudes Dann, Yasmine-Imani Mcmorrin, Philanthropist Nancy Davis, Carly Steel, Artha founder Priyanka Khanna, Stallone Cristi, Maddie Lauer, Sydney Mikayla, Jessica Kaylee, Naomi Bucholovic, Lisa Stanley, Jessica Hall, Dr.Kayte Susse, Ali Lasky, Marigo Mihalos, Lisa Jammal, Ashleigh Kahn, Lisa Breckenridge, Good Day LA’s Amanda Salas and many more. Additional talent and influential industry guests included Luigi Irauzqui, Lindsay Feinstein, Gina Vitori, Jess Ritter, Eman Nafisa, Kwame Siegel, Derek Warburton, Kimberly Kim, Marali Natalia, Jazmin Grimaldi, Gregory and Lawrence Zarian, Lisa Lewis, Angie Noggle, Jenny Leeser, Natasha McCrea, Jolynn Klein, Sammie Howard, Harrison Colcord, Nadine Tacorian, Louise Linton, Loreen Hwang, Stuart Brazell, Marlena Magdaleno, and many more.
Partners for the 2026 Los Angeles LA Woman event, both activating sponsors and brand supporters included Maison Perrier, Mamazing.com showing off their latest stroller technology, baby products and nursery items, HRC Fertility, Mission Craft Cocktails, J Vineyards and Winery, Empress 1908 Gin, Golden Eagle Vodka, Brandhustle Designers, The DeFiant with a variety of fashion gifting from swimwear to sunglasses, Yelp, Elite Maison, Emporium Thai, Artha Wellness Sanctuary and Grand Eclair.
Prior to the seated luncheon, guests experienced an elevated branded marketplace, which transformed The Beverly Hilton garden patio into a dynamic, style, beauty and wellness – forward environment featuring brand activations, refreshing cocktails, wine offerings, refreshments and photo ops on the beautiful, sunny day, as well as the “Women of Impact” digital studio.
Attendees then headed into the international ballroom at the iconic Beverly Hilton for the 500-attendee luncheon, led by Los Angeles publisher Chris Gialanella and Editor-In-Chief Jasmin Rosemberg who curated the event in honor of cover star and LA Woman of the year, Olivia Munn.
