Cedar Park
Cedar Park boasts an energetic and diverse mix of businesses including regional or national headquarters, defense and aerospace, healthcare and biotechnology, software development, clean technology and advanced manufacturing.
As the third largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, Plug and Play Cedar Park will work closely with regional partners to address the needs of the local businesses and communities.
“These exciting developments are proof that our high quality of life and our welcoming culture is bringing the smartest people in the world to build innovative businesses to provide tomorrow’s solutions to today’s problems.”
Jim Penniman-Morin
Mayor of Cedar Park
Our Founding Partner
Cedar Park Economic Development
The Cedar Park Economic Development Corporation promotes and develops new and expanding business enterprises that provide and encourage employment opportunities while creating new wealth in the City.
In 2013 and 2014, the Census Bureau ranked Cedar Park as the fourth Fastest-Growing City in the Country - known for its excellent schools and a pro-business environment, offering a combination of thriving businesses and entertainment. Located just 17 miles from downtown Austin, Cedar Park is an integral part of the rapid growth and burgeoning prosperity of Central Texas and Williamson County.
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.
Our Focus Areas:
- Advanced Manufacturing
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• Supply Chain Visibility
• Energy Management
• Robotics & Automation
• Digital Twins
• AI & Big Data
• Upskilling and Workforce Development - Enterprise & AI
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• Big Data & AI
• Infrastructure & IT
• Future of Work
• Customer Engagement
• Cybersecurity - Healthtech
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• Human Potential and Performance
• Player Health Monitoring
• Telemedicine and Care Management
• AI & Big Data Analytics
• Preventative Care
• Recovery and Mental Health
Key Dates
- Feb. 21Cedar Park Launch
- Feb. 22Advanced Manufacturing Batch 1 Selection Day
- Mar. 11Advanced Manufacturing Spring Batch 1 Program Start
- May 15Cedar Park Expo | Advanced Manufacturing Batch 1
- May 16Advanced Manufacturing Batch 2 Selection Day
- May 16Advanced Manufacturing Spring Batch 1 Program End
- Jun. 3Advanced Manufacturing Batch 2 Summer Program Start
- Jun. 11-13Silicon Valley June Summit
- Sept. 19Advanced Manufacturing Batch 2 Program End
- Sept. 19Cedar Park Expo | Advanced Manufacturing Batch 2
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