BBB | AI for Small Business - Expert Panel + Networking Mixer

  • Wed, October 08, 2025
  • 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Better Business Bureau serving the Heart of Texas, 1805 Rutherford Ln, Austin, Texas, 78754, United States.

***Details & Registration Here***

Use Discount code BBB5 for $5 off the $20 registration fee!

Date: Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM CDT

Location: BBB serving the Heart of Texas, 1805 Rutherford Ln, Austin, Texas, 78754, United States.

Power of Better Business Roundtable + Better Business Mixer

The Foundation for Better Business invites you to a dynamic afternoon of insight and connection as we host a live recording of the Power of Better Business Roundtable, our thought leadership partnership with the Austin Business Journal. Stay for a high-energy Better Business Mixer to connect, collaborate, and innovate.

This edition of the Power of Better Business is all about artificial intelligence and how entrepreneurs and small business leaders can use it to scale smarter, faster, and stronger. Whether you're looking to streamline operations, strengthen marketing, or boost security, this conversation will deliver real-world, accessible AI strategies you can put to work, no tech team required.

Roundtable Topic:

Smarter, Faster, Stronger: How AI is Powering the Small Business Renaissance

Hear from a panel of business leaders and AI innovators who are already using AI to grow leaner, more competitive businesses—and learn how you can, too. The conversation will be video recorded, photographed, and covered by the Austin Business Journal, with takeaways featured in a post-event article.

Speakers: 

Moderator: Skip Balch, VP, Client Advisor of Growth Acceleration Partners

Panelists: 

Joel Boehm, COO of Vintage IT

Valeska Pederson Hintz, Partner of Perkins Coie

Tom Hamilton, Founder & Principal or Nuvospec

Uday Kumar, Founder & CEO of flareAI


Better Business Mixer:

After the recording, stick around for a high-energy networking mixer where you'll connect with fellow founders, leaders, and community advocates over light bites, drinks, and conversation.

Who Should Attend:

  • Small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to embrace innovation
  • Professionals curious about AI-powered growth strategies
  • Resource partners and leaders supporting the small business ecosystem 

Space is limited—RSVP today to reserve your seat.
Let’s come together to learn, connect, and lead.

Because #TheFutureIsBetterBusiness. 

Sponsorship Opportunities 

Hospitality Sponsor: $1,000 

Branded signage at bar and food stations with the option to offer swag giveaway; Logo placement on signage and promotions; Social media promotion before and after event 

Beverage Sponsor: $500 

Branded signage at bar and food stations with the option to offer swag giveaway; Logo placement on signage and promotions; Social media promotion before and after event 

Table Sponsor: $500 

Reserved collateral table; Logo placement on signage and promotions

Ready to sponsor? Contact foundation@austin.bbb.org.  

BBB adheres to a responsible alcohol policy to ensure a safe and inclusive event environment. Details available upon request.


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