City of Austin to host event spotlighting local, circular businesses

Social entrepreneurs compete to help City reach zero waste 

Join Austin Resource Recovery, the Austin Young Chamber and the Economic Development Department for the City of Austin's Circular Austin Showcase. This is a pitch event for local circular businesses focused on reuse, zero waste and sustainability.   The Circular Austin Showcase gives circular businesses the opportunity to reach potential investors, attract new audiences and showcase their business models to like-minded individuals and business owners. According to the 2020 Austin Recycling Economic Impact Study, circular businesses support over $1 billion in local economic activity and over 6,300 jobs while helping Austin reduce waste to reach its zero waste goal by 2040. 

Eight businesses will participate to pitch their ideas to a panel of judges for a chance to win $13,000 in prize money and connect with potential investors.

*Winners of the City’s 2023 [Re]verse Pitch Competition

Tuesday, August 29, 2023, 5:30 - 8 p.m. 

WHERE:

The Cathedral | 2403 E 16th St., Austin, TX 78702

The event is free and open to the public; registration is required.

Attendees will have a chance to hear company pitches, network with competitors and investors before the event and learn about Austin’s circular economy. Register to attend the Circular Austin Showcase. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube by Austin Young Chamber.

For more information, visit AustinTexas.gov/CircularShowcase.