Austin Small Business Connections Conference

Austin Small and Minority Business Resources, in partnership with Austin Economic Development and Austin Financial Services, hosts the annual Small Business Connections Conference to support entrepreneurs and business owners across the Austin area.

This year's theme, Small Business Strong, celebrates the resilience, creativity and economic impact of Austin's small businesses. The conference features expert-led sessions on access to capital, marketing, contracting with the City, navigating permits and licenses, and building business resilience. A resource expo brings together City departments, local lenders, chambers of commerce and nonprofit business support organizations under one roof, with structured networking opportunities throughout the day.

Whether you're an established business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur or somewhere in between, you'll leave with the people, programs and tools you need to grow.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
• Time: 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m. CDT
• Location: Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704
• Cost: No cost and open to the public
• Parking: Validated
• Registration: Register on Eventbrite