• Wed, Jan 14 at 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

    Collaboration That Counts: Improving Outcomes for Austin’s Students

    Join us for the first Innovate Austin of 2026 as we look ahead to SXSW EDU 2026, taking place March 9-12. SXSW EDU is the dedicated SXSW event focused on the future of teaching, learning, and human potential: a gathering place for educators, innovators, district leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators shaping what’s next in education.

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  • Wed, Jan 28 at 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    Meet. Mingle. Move Austin Forward!

    Join us at Happy Chicks for a lively, welcoming social designed to bring our business community together. This happy hour is the perfect opportunity to network with fellow members, swap ideas, and share what you’ve been working on as we kick off 2026.

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  • Tue, Feb 10 at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Countdown to SXSW: Previewing the SXSW 2026 Film & TV Festival & Conference

    Join SXSW and the Austin Chamber of Commerce for the February edition of Innovate Austin: a special evening dedicated to the excitement surrounding the upcoming SXSW Film & TV Festival. This is an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from the programmers who shape one of the world's most significant, creative, and innovative film events.

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  • Mon, Apr 13 at 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Connecting Policy, Projects, & Progress

    Conversations span transportation, energy, water, housing, aviation, economic development, and regional planning, offering a wide-angle view of the systems that support our economy and quality of life. For industry experts and business owners, this event delivers timely context on infrastructure trends that directly affect operations, workforce access, and long-term planning.

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