REGISTER HEREAustin's Small Business Connections Conference brings together Austin's small business community for a full day of learning and networking.Austin Small and Minority Business Resources, in partnership with Austin Economic Development and Austin Financial Services, invites you to the 4th Annual Small Business Connections Conference on Wednesday, August 19, from 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m. at the Palmer Events Center.This no-cost, full-day conference brings together Austin's small business community for a day of learning, networking and resource-sharing. Whether you're an established business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur or somewhere in between, you'll connect with the people, programs and tools you need to grow and thrive.This year's theme, Small Business Strong, celebrates the resilience, creativity and economic impact of Austin's small businesses. From neighborhood storefronts to home-based startups, small businesses are the backbone of our local economy and this conference is designed to help them remain vibrant, resilient and STRONG.What to ExpectExpert-led sessions on access to capital, marketing, contracting with the City, navigating permits and licenses and building business resilienceA resource expo featuring City departments, local lenders, chambers of commerce and nonprofit business support organizationsNetworking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs and small business owners from across AustinOne-on-one connections with representatives from Small & Minority Business Resources, Economic Development and Financial ServicesWho Should AttendCurrent small business ownersAspiring entrepreneursFreelancers and independent contractorsNonprofit leadersAnyone interested in starting or growing a business in AustinEvent DetailsDate: Wednesday, Aug. 19Time: 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.Location: Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704Cost: Free and open to the publicParking: ValidatedRegistration: Required via Eventbrite