Austin Economic Development

08/28/2026

Join Austin Small and Minority Business Resources on Wednesday, Sept. 9 for a candid panel discussion with business leaders who have secured City of Austin contracts and learned the procurement process firsthand.

⏰9–10:30 a.m. (Doors open at 8:50 a.m.)
📍Austin Energy Headquarters, 4815 Mueller Blvd.

🏢Whether you are a new startup or ready to grow, come find out what it really takes.

👉Register: https://certifiedbusinesssuccess.eventbrite.com

08/27/2026

Ready to build your business plan? 🚀

Join us September 2nd for this hands-on 4-hour Business Planning Workshop and turn your ideas into an actionable plan! Learn how to estimate startup costs, understand your market, and evaluate your competition.

✅Eligible for the City of Austin Business Skills Certificate
✅ Includes a helpful business planning toolkit

Save your spot today!
🔗: https://bit.ly/4go54vI

This four-hour session is eligible for the City of Austin Business Skills Certificate.

08/26/2026

Happy National Women's Equality Day! Join Pamela Benson Owens at the For Women, By Women: Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs Breakfast Panel on October 22 at the Central Library, Austin Public Library at 9 a.m. Come build your hive! 🐝

👉Save your spot Today: https://bit.ly/celebrating-women-biz

08/24/2026

Looking for your next career opportunity? The Austin Infrastructure Academy Expo connects job seekers with top employers and workforce resources to help you explore careers and build skills for Austin’s growing infrastructure industry.

📅 Thursday, August 27
⏰ 10:00 A.M.–1:00 P.M.
📍 Workforce Solutions Capital Area
🔗 Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../austin-infrastructure

Whether you’re entering the workforce, considering a career change, or ready to develop new skills, this is an opportunity to connect with employers and learn what’s next.

08/21/2026

The Austin Infrastructure Academy Expo brings job seekers and top employers together for an opportunity to learn about careers, connect with workforce resources, and discover pathways into Austin’s growing infrastructure workforce.

📅 Thursday, August 27
⏰ 10:00 A.M.–1:00 P.M.
📍 Workforce Solutions Capital Area
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/austin-infrastructure-academy-expo-job-seeker-tickets-1994018073736

Whether you’re starting your career, exploring a new opportunity, or looking to build your skills, come connect with employers and resources that can help you take the next step.

08/20/2026

Last chance to weigh in! Share your thoughts by August 23: https://www.speakupaustin.org/r31038 -81859

The City of Austin is considering renaming César Chávez Street a roadway located along the north side of the Colorado River that runs between MOPAC and Hwy 183.

08/19/2026

Today's the day, Austin Entrepreneurs.

Doors open at 8 a.m. at the Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road. Check in, grab coffee and find your first session.

We'll be posting from the floor all day. Follow along, and tag us in your own photos.

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Hoy es el día, Austin Empresarios.

Las puertas abren a las 8 a.m. en el Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road. Regístrese, tome un café y busque su primera sesión.

Estaremos publicando durante todo el día. Síganos y etiquétenos en sus fotos.

08/18/2026

🎨 Calling all young artists!

Back-to-school season is here—and so is the City of Austin’s annual ArtConnect contest!

Young artists ages 10–18 are invited to submit artwork inspired by this year’s theme: “My Digital Future.” 💻✨

🏆 Win cash prizes
🎨 Showcase your artwork around Austin
📅 Enter by September 27

👉 Learn more and enter: https://bit.ly/4v5pgqQ

08/18/2026

See you tomorrow!

Tomorrow. Here's what you need for an easy morning.

Check-in opens at 8 a.m. at the Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road. The program runs until 2:30 p.m.

Parking: scan the code at the garage entrance for free parking. (parking QR code is emailed to upon registration.)

Bring business cards, a capabilities statement, and something to take notes with. Lunch is covered, courtesy of I Juan Tacos and Stack City BBQ.

Not registered yet? Visit bit.ly/sbcc2026

See you in the morning! Business Strong.

08/17/2026

One product. One big customer. One marketing channel. That's a risky place to be. Julie Niehoff of Distance Learning Media shows how strategic partnerships can open new markets, add revenue streams and make your business steadier for the long haul.

Connection 5, 1:30–2:30 p.m. on Aug. 19.


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Un solo producto. Un solo cliente grande. Un solo canal de mercadeo. Es una posición riesgosa. Julie Niehoff, de Distance Learning Media, mostrará cómo las alianzas estratégicas pueden abrir nuevos mercados, generar ingresos adicionales y hacer que su negocio sea más estable a largo plazo.

Connection 5, de 1:30 a 2:30 p.m. el 19 de agosto.