Arizona

We’re building a world-class innovation ecosystem in Arizona to attract the best entrepreneurs to the state and accelerate VC investment in the region. Together with the Arizona Commerce Authority, we’ll support entrepreneurs to scale and grow, hire tech talent, and drive digital transformation across sectors like advanced manufacturing, sustainability, digital health, and more.

Our Founding Partner

Arizona Commerce Authority

The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. The ACA uses a three-pronged approach to advance the overall economy: recruit, grow, create – recruit out-of-state companies to expand their operations in Arizona; work with existing companies to grow their business in Arizona and beyond; and partner with entrepreneurs and companies large and small to create new jobs and businesses in targeted industries.

Our Corporate Partners

“Plug and Play sets the standard for accelerating innovation and collaboration, finding the next generation of breakthrough technology. Their new office in Arizona will be a powerful force connecting promising startups with leading industry companies to create deep social and societal impact.”

Katie Hobbs, Governor of Arizona

Our Focus Areas

Workforce Training
Supply Chain Visibility
Predictive Maintenance
Circular Manufacturing
Robotics & Automation
Digital Twins
AI & Big Data

Advanced Manufacturing

The Advanced Manufacturing program brings together experts and innovative technologies from industries such as supply chain, mobility, semiconductors, and Internet of Things to drive innovation for the Fifth Industrial Revolution.

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