Innovation is more than a buzzword in Austin—it’s a way of life. On Wednesday, June 18, Accenture and the Austin Chamber of Commerce will host the fifth annual AustInnovation Day, a half-day event designed to explore how bold ideas are becoming real-world solutions across industries.

What to Expect

This year’s theme, “From Experimentation to Impact: Making Reinvention Real,” focuses on how organizations are moving beyond pilot programs to scale innovation that delivers tangible results. Whether you're a tech leader, civic innovator, or simply passionate about progress, this event offers valuable insights into the future of business and technology.

Event Highlights

· Global Innovation at Scale

A CXO panel featuring Ray Kunik, Chief Digital Officer at 3M, and James Havens, General Manager of Digital Customer Experience at Toyota North America—facilitated by Heather Hildebrand, US Lead for Industrial, Auto, Aerospace & Defense Industries at Accenture Song.

· The Future of Public Service & Digital Resilience

A timely conversation with Jessica Ballew, Chief Information Officer at the Texas Department of Public Safety, and Tamara Fields, US Public Service Lead and Austin Office Managing Director at Accenture.

· Accelerating Innovation

A forward-looking panel led by Vijay Doradla, Americas Lead for the NVIDIA Business Group at Accenture, joined by Jeremy Williford, Director of Engineering, AI Solutions at NVIDIA. This session will explore how AI and next-gen platforms are delivering real-world impact across industries. Additional panelists to be announced.

· Keynote Address

A special keynote from Mayor Kirk Watson, sharing his vision for how Austin can remain at the forefront of civic and economic innovation. Additional speakers will be announced soon, promising a diverse lineup of thought leaders and innovators.

Join Us

AustInnovation Day will be held on June 18, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Accenture Austin office, with a virtual attendance option available. The day includes breakfast, energizing panels, a networking lunch, and opportunities to connect with decision-makers across the region.

Whether you’re scaling innovation, transforming services, or shaping Austin’s future—this is the place to be.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3YIjbmd