2025 Small Business Office Hours

Are you the owner of a certified firm, a small business owner, or resident interested in starting a small business? Join us at City of Austin Small Business Office Hours to connect with resources, programs, and services. Participating departments include Economic Development, Financial Services, Austin Public Library, Austin Energy, and Small and Minority Business Resources. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and make referrals to available programs and services offered by City departments and local business support organizations. No appointments necessary - just show up! Please complete our short survey so we can have the right staff on hand. 

Austin Public Library has many resources for starting a business, such as online databases and workshops led by business professionals.