Pflugerville is laying the groundwork for entrepreneurship and innovation this fall.

Venture Pfest 2025, hosted by the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation, offers five days of panels, workshops, and networking to help businesses grow. The festival runs Sept. 29-Oct. 3, highlighting the city as a hub for entrepreneurship.

Organizers describe Venture Pfest as a catalyst for economic diversification, job creation and new opportunities. More than just a conference, the event is designed to connect startups and small businesses with the tools, resources and people who can help them reach the next stage.

“Venture Pfest is about building an entrepreneurial ecosystem here in Pflugerville,” Executive Director Jerry Jones said. “When entrepreneurs succeed, the whole community benefits through new businesses, job opportunities and investment.”

A week of learning, networking and opportunity

Each day of Venture Pfest unlocks a new stage of the entrepreneurial journey, sparking ideas, sharpening skills, and accelerating growth.

Sept. 29 Marketing that Moves: This hands-on mastermind isn’t just talk. Bring your laptop, roll up your sleeves and walk away with a defined brand voice, stronger social media and a ready-to-go 30-day marketing plan.

• Location: 3801 Helios Way, Ste. 130, Pflugerville
• Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Sept. 30 Building Your Online Presence: Turn clicks into connections—choose the right platform, design a site people love to use and make sure it actually gets found with smart SEO.

• Location: 3801 Helios Way, Ste. 130, Pflugerville
• Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Oct. 1 Build and Launch: Kick off the day with inspiration from city leaders, get real-world insights from a brick-and-mortar business panel, enjoy a catered lunch while networking with mentors and wrap it all up by pitching your big idea with live coaching and feedback.

• Location: 3801 Helios Way, Ste. 130, Pflugerville
• Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Oct. 2 Power in Progress—Women’s Summit: Be inspired by opening remarks from council woman Melody Ryan, hear powerful stories from women founders, gain fresh insights from keynote speaker Stacey Pfefferkorn and learn how to harness finance and media to fuel growth.

• Location: Cinemark Theater, located at 15436 FM1825, Pflugerville
• Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Oct. 3 Growth, Capital and The Future of Innovation: Unlock the secrets to a magnetic brand voice, simplify your social media strategy and walk away with a ready-to-roll 30-day marketing plan.

• Location: Typhoon Texas, located at 18500 TX-130 Service Road, Pflugerville
• Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with mixer after

Tickets to all events are free, but seating is limited, so reserve a spot now here.

What business owners and entrepreneurs can gain

Venture Fest offers practical tools, connections and knowledge to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Attendees can expect to:

• Connect with mentors, investors and industry experts
• Learn to build a strong brand and optimize marketing
• Gain insights on scaling and sustaining a business
• Join hands-on workshops on pitching and financial planning
• Explore trends in technology, media and innovation
• Network with local entrepreneurs and community leaders
• Access templates and tools for business plans and marketing
• Get guidance on funding, grants, and investment strategies

This combination of learning, mentorship and networking ensures that entrepreneurs leave with actionable takeaways and connections to help their ventures thrive.

Impact on the Pflugerville community

Venture Fest is more than a conference; it’s a catalyst for economic growth across the Pflugerville community.

Key impacts of Venture Fest on the Pflugerville community include:

• Job creation and employment opportunities
• Strengthening Pflugerville’s reputation as a dynamic city
• Building lasting connections among entrepreneurs, investors and leaders
• Supporting a thriving network of startups for sustainable growth
• Attracting investment and new talent to the local economy

“Venture Fest is crucial for Pflugerville's future,” Jones said. “It fosters innovation, supports local startups, and diversifies our economy. By nurturing entrepreneurs, we create new businesses, jobs and investment, solidifying our reputation as a dynamic, forward-thinking community and driving sustainable long-term growth.”

Reserve your spot

To learn more about Venture Fest and get tickets, visit www.pflugervilleventurefest.com.

To learn more about the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation and its ongoing initiatives to support local entrepreneurs, visit www.pfdevelopment.com.

The above story was produced by Community Impact's Multi Platform Journalist Chloe Chapel, with information solely provided by the local business as part of its "sponsored content" purchase through our advertising team.