Small Talk Austin: Big Conversations for Small Businesses

Event Date: October 28, 2026 (10AM)

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Join us for Small Talk, where small business owners and freelancers share ideas and spark big growth—face to face!

This free event is designed for small business owners, freelancers, and entrepreneurs to connect, share ideas, and tackle big challenges together.

No stuffy presentations, just real conversations, practical insights, and opportunities to learn from fellow business owners. Plus, enjoy complimentary coffee and snacks, and a professional headshot booth.

Don't miss this opportunity to grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and invest in your business—all at no cost.

Agenda

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Community Coffee & Connections

Start the day by meeting fellow small business owners over coffee. Grab a drink, make new connections, update your headshot, and visit the FreshBooks Business Bar.

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Coffee Chat

An honest conversation about the realities of entrepreneurship. A local business leader shares the lessons, challenges, and unexpected insights that come with building a business on your own.

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

Breakouts & Peer Discussions

Choose the conversations most relevant to your business. Join smaller group discussions, designed to help you learn from peers and share experiences.

12:30 PM - 01:15 PM

Panel Discussion

Real conversations with entrepreneurs who have built businesses from the ground up. Hear honest lessons, practical advice, and growth stories from local business owners and FreshBooks customers.

01:15 PM - 02:00 PM

Lunch, Community Hour & Closing Networking

Keep the conversation going. Reconnect with fellow attendees, capture a professional headshot, exchange ideas, and leave with new connections and actionable takeaways. Plus, enjoy lunch on us

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JOIN FOR FREE