Luminous Founders, Jared Ward & Brendon Beebe: Our Year in Review 2024! (What We Got Wrong, and What We Got Right)

"This year wasn’t just about what we accomplished—it was about what we learned." In Luminous Year in Review 2024, Jared Ward and Brendon Beebe unpack the defining moments of the year—discussing the wins, the setbacks, and the insights that will shape the future. Whether it’s game-changing innovation or the quiet shifts that make all the difference, this episode captures the essence of a year well spent.Meet Jared WardJared Ward is the founder and CEO of Luminous, where he is redefining ecommerce operations with a data-driven ERP solution. With a deep passion for supply chain and ecommerce, he has built, scaled, and led multiple ventures, from running his own DTC brands to leading Made-in-China’s sourcing division. His hands-on experience in sourcing, fulfillment, and operations exposed inefficiencies in ecommerce software, driving him to develop solutions that provide end-to-end visibility from source to sell. At Luminous, Jared is focused on empowering brands with smarter tools for inventory management, purchasing, and warehouse operations.Meet Brendon BeebeBrendon Beebe is the CTO and co-founder of Luminous, where he leads the development of cutting-edge ERP solutions tailored for modern ecommerce. With a strong background in technology strategy, he specializes in simplifying inventory management and fulfillment through automation and intuitive design. Before Luminous, Brendon drove innovation at foreUP Golf, scaling systems to support over 10 million users and handling transactions exceeding a billion dollars annually. His expertise lies in building scalable, user-friendly platforms that enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and empower ecommerce businesses to grow.