AU 2026
Work smarter. Grow faster. Build with confidence.
Whether you're an independent professional, entrepreneur, or part of a growing small team, AU 2026 is designed to help you solve real business challenges-from improving productivity and adopting AI to simplifying workflows, discovering new opportunities, and growing your business with confidence.
Build your AU experience
Running a small business means wearing many hats. That's why we've curated learning and networking experiences designed to help you build new skills, discover practical ideas, and connect with people who understand the challenges and opportunities of growing a business.
Explore the experiences below and build your own AU journey.
AU 2026 is your opportunity to learn, connect, and discover new ways to move your business forward. Here’s what awaits you.
Hear directly from Autodesk Expert Elites, product teams, and industry professionals sharing practical techniques and best practices.
You’ll discover:
Create or join conversations on the topics that matter most to your business. Solve real challenges together, and share feedback that helps shape the future of Autodesk products and the Design & Make community.
Start conversations about:
Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network or connect with the Autodesk community who share your passion for building businesses, you’ll find countless opportunities to interact throughout the week:
Join fellow small business owners and Autodesk industry leaders for candid, two-way conversations about what’s working, what’s challenging, and what you need next. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early.
Roll up your sleeves in instructor-led labs where you’ll solve real business challenges, explore AI-powered workflows, and build practical skills you can use in your business right away.
You’ll learn how to:
What if networking felt more like collaborating than mingling? Meet potential collaborators, customers, partners, and peers through interactive experiences designed to spark meaningful conversations, new ideas, and future opportunities.
Explore conversations about:
Running a small business doesn’t mean doing it alone. Connect with other business owners, designers, makers, Autodesk experts, and first-time attendees to build relationships that continue beyond AU.
Check out the below meetups designed for you:
Hear directly from Autodesk Expert Elites, product teams, and industry professionals sharing practical techniques and best practices.
You’ll discover:
Create or join conversations on the topics that matter most to your business. Solve real challenges together, and share feedback that helps shape the future of Autodesk products and the Design & Make community.
Start conversations about:
Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network or connect with the Autodesk community who share your passion for building businesses, you’ll find countless opportunities to interact throughout the week:
Join fellow small business owners and Autodesk industry leaders for candid, two-way conversations about what’s working, what’s challenging, and what you need next. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early.
Roll up your sleeves in instructor-led labs where you’ll solve real business challenges, explore AI-powered workflows, and build practical skills you can use in your business right away.
You’ll learn how to:
What if networking felt more like collaborating than mingling? Meet potential collaborators, customers, partners, and peers through interactive experiences designed to spark meaningful conversations, new ideas, and future opportunities.
Explore conversations about:
Running a small business doesn’t mean doing it alone. Connect with other business owners, designers, makers, Autodesk experts, and first-time attendees to build relationships that continue beyond AU.
Check out the below meetups designed for you:
Hear directly from Autodesk Expert Elites, product teams, and industry professionals sharing practical techniques and best practices.
You’ll discover:
Join AU 2026 from anywhere through our digital experience. Explore a curated learning path for small businesses designed to help you quickly find the AU content most relevant to your work. Your free AU Digital pass also gives you access to the full program, including live-streamed and on-demand keynotes, sessions, classes, and more.
Thank you to our
Premier sponsors
Thank you to our Premier sponsors. Setting the standard for innovation at AU 2026.
Drive your business forward at AU 2026
Interested in sponsoring AU 2026? Showcase your solutions to a highly engaged Design & Make audience exploring new technologies and partnerships. Build meaningful connections, strengthen customer relationships, and expand your brand visibility across in-person and digital experiences.
September 15–17 | Las Vegas
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