When: April 10, 2026, 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Where: Charles Schwab Event Center, 11800 Schwab Way Austin, TX 78758
The JA Summit focuses on financial equity, goal setting, and career readiness, highlighting how career pathways shape financial outcomes and long-term economic success.
Experience includes:
Inspiring speakers & panel discussion
One-on-one goal-setting mentorship with high school students
Networking with industry professionals
Conversations on financial empowerment and career exploration
Brunch
The JA Summit connects students with business leaders across diverse industries, equipping them with tools to make informed financial and career decisions and empowering them to chart a path toward long-term economic success.
Students will also tour the Charles Schwab campus and participate in Career Speed Networking with Schwab professionals and event partners.
Thanks to our generous partners, the event is offered at no cost to students or their schools.
Emcee, Moderator, Panelists & Speakers
Click the linked photos below to learn about our panelists and speakers.
Brittney S. Rodriguez Emcee
CEO, Grit + Pearl Public Relations, | COO, Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Kottler Moderator
Strategic Advisor, Penelope | Chairperson, Junior Achievement of Central Texas
Raquel Gonzales RN, CST Panelist
Registered Nurse St. David’s Georgetown Hospital
Camilo Nova Panelist
Founder & CEO Axiacore | Board Member, Junior Achievement of Central Texas
Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette Fireside Chat Interviewee
Chief Executive Officer, Waterloo Greenway Conservancy
Jessica "Jessie" Camarillo Panelist
HR Business Partner Acutronic Group
Student Speakers
Kelly H., JA Company Program, Akins Early College High School
Carolina M., JA Company Program, Akins Early College High School
Interested in attending?
Student spots are now full.
Thank you, Partners!
Title Sponsors
Questions about JA Summit?
Contact Ira Mercado-Dixon at imercado-dixon@jacentex.org or 512.668.1629
Can’t join us? you can still support the mission!
Every $50 donation allows an Austin area student to attend a JA economic education program.
