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 Programs in Arizona
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.
Sustainability
Bringing together game-changing ideas from different industries and countries onto one platform to solve some of the greatest environmental challenges that our society faces today.
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.
“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
Advanced Manufacturing Focus Areas
- Workforce Training
- Supply Chain Visibility
- Predictive Maintenance
- Circular Manufacturing
- Robotics & Automation
- Digital Twins
- AI & Big Data
Check out our videos from our Advanced Manufacturing events
Accelerating Advanced Manufacturing Innovation: Plug and Play Phoenix Launch
Key Dates
- Apr. 2023Arizona Office Launch
- Oct. 2023Expo Batch 1 & Selection Day Batch 2
- Jan. 2024Sustainability Program Launch
- Q1 2024Advanced Manufacturing Expo | Batch 2
- Q1 2024Applications Open for Advanced Manufacturing Batch 3
- Q2 2024Selection Day for Advanced Manufacturing Batch 3
Applications for Advanced Manufacturing - Batch 2 are closed
Our Innovation Platforms
Advanced Manufacturing
Aerospace
Agtech
Animal Health
Brand & Retail
Crypto & Digital Assets
Deeptech
Energy
Enterprise & AI
Fintech
Food & Beverage
GOAL
Health
Insurtech
Maritime
Media & Ad
Mobility
New Materials & Packaging
Real Estate & Construction
Semiconductors
Smart Cities
Supply Chain & Logistics
Sustainability
Travel & Hospitality
Global Locations
Startup Autobahn
BNP Paribas - Plug and Play
Startup Camp