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.

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“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. 

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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
  •   • Supply Chain Visibility
      • Energy Management
      • Robotics & Automation
      • Digital Twins
      • AI & Big Data
      • Upskilling and Workforce Development
  • Enterprise & AI
  •   • Big Data & AI
      • Infrastructure & IT
      • Future of Work
      • Customer Engagement
      • Cybersecurity
  • Healthtech
  •   • Human Potential and Performance
      • Player Health Monitoring
      • Telemedicine and Care Management
      • AI & Big Data Analytics
      • Preventative Care
      • Recovery and Mental Health

Key Dates

  • Feb. 21
    Cedar Park Launch
  • Feb. 22
    Advanced Manufacturing Batch 1 Selection Day
  • Mar. 11
    Advanced Manufacturing Spring Batch 1 Program Start
  • May 15
    Cedar Park Expo | Advanced Manufacturing Batch 1
  • May 16
    Advanced Manufacturing Batch 2 Selection Day
  • May 16
    Advanced Manufacturing Spring Batch 1 Program End
  • Jun. 3
    Advanced Manufacturing Batch 2 Summer Program Start
  • Jun. 11-13
    Silicon Valley June Summit
  • Sept. 19
    Advanced Manufacturing Batch 2 Program End
  • Sept. 19
    Cedar Park Expo | Advanced Manufacturing Batch 2

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