Join Dell for Startups and the LaunchPad at UT Austin for a summit celebrating Austin’s vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. Network with organizations offering resources for founders, hear from community leaders about what it takes to build intentional ecosystems, and cheer on 6 startups as they pitch for $15K as part of the Dell for Startups Pitch Tour.

Austin Startup Ecosystem Summit
Thursday, June 29 · 4 - 7:30pm
Robert B. Rowling Hall
300 West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Austin, TX 78705
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At the Austin Startup Ecosystem Summit, you will have the opportunity to:

• Engage directly with the key influencers and policy-makers in Austin's startup ecosystem. Their insights and support play a crucial role in fostering a connected, collaborative community, and their commitment is vital to the growth and success of local startups.
• Hear presentations from a variety of startups representing diverse industries and stages of development, showcasing the breadth and depth of innovation within our city.
• Network and forge relationships with peers, mentors, and potential investors, creating a connected community of professionals who can share experiences, provide advice, and potentially collaborate.
• Understand the importance of community in the startup ecosystem. A connected community serves as a support network, fosters innovation through collaboration, and can help drive the success of individual startups and the overall economic health of the city.

Event schedule
4:00pm - Community Showcase & Networking
5:00pm - Kickoff
5:05pm - State of Austin Ecosystem Panel
5:45pm - Startup Pitches
6:45pm - Community Townhall
7:00pm - Conclusion & Awards
7:10pm - Networking

Austin Startup Ecosystem Summit is not just a summit; it's a call to come together to foster a better, stronger, and more connected startup community in Austin. By attending, you are not only contributing to your own startup journey but also actively participating in shaping Austin's entrepreneurial future. Join us and become part of the city's thriving startup narrative!

Community Organizers

• The Launchpad at the University of Texas (Co-Host)
• Texas Launchpad Network
• Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurship Leadership Institute at University of Texas
• Office of Inclusive Innovation and Entrepreneurship at University of Texas
• MassChallenge
• Founder Institute
• FIESTA
• Austin Chamber of Commerce
• Round Rock Chamber of Commerce
• MediaTech
• Capital Factory