Circular Connect + Share

Connect + Share is an annual educational and networking summit for owners, managers, and leaders of circular enterprises in Austin.
At this one-day mini-conference you can expect to:

• Participate in a workshop led by an inspiring keynote speaker, Alina Sanchez of Accelerating Purpose!
• See how leaders from local circular business leaders are partnering to solve challenges.
• Learn how the City’s Circular Economy Program is working to support business like yours.
• Connect with resources from other City departments to help your business grow and thrive.
• Network with like-minded business leaders and entrepreneurs to share challenges and solutions, and identify opportunities to collaborate.

Mark your calendars!

We are proud to announce Alina Sanchez as keynote speaker for Connect + Share 2025. Alina is the founder of Accelerating Purpose, where she helps leaders turn their ideas into real-world impact. She’s coached over 150 presenters for the Social Innovation Fast Pitch and designed a business accelerator that has generated $585 million in economic impact for small businesses in Los Angeles. Alina is also active in Austin, where she contributes to solving issues like housing and homelessness.

The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request - including translation and interpretation services. For assistance, please contact the Economic Development Department at 512-974-7819. The City receives and accepts Video Relay Service (VRS) calls from people who are Deaf or hard-of-hearing through Relay Texas 7-1-1.

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