FlintConf 2026: First Strike

First Strike is this year's FlintConf kick off event! Join us & inspiring panelists as we discuss values driven entrepreneurship in Denton.

We're excited to announce our third annual First Strike! First Strike is the kickoff event for our small business + creative entrepreneur conference, FlintConf! This free event happening on Wednesday, April 22, is designed to bring together those who may not be able to attend the full conference, as well as creative entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to connect and converse with others over values driven entreprenuershiop in Denton.

What to Expect:

At First Strike we will be joined by panelists Monique Segovia (The Brown Thumb), Kari Meyercord Westerman (Thistle Creative Reuse), Dr. Crystal Hankel (Denton Sports Chiropractor) and Kimberly Bien (Salted Sanctuary Soap), four incredible founders making strides in the small business economy in Denton. The panel will be moderated by the incredible Katina Butler (Hood Sensory), followed by a time for connection and networking.