Regional innovation systems
This program supports the creation of regional innovation environments where entrepreneurship, education, and investment intersect. CEEI works with cities, counties, and institutional partners to establish innovation hubs, business accelerators, and collaborative workspaces that strengthen local economies and expand access to technology and opportunity. Focus Areas: - Innovation hub and incubator development - Regional entrepreneurship and startup support - Applied research and market intelligence - Policy alignment and investment strategy
Empower Communities Through Innovation
As Austin continues to rank among America's leading economic boomtowns, neighboring communities across South Central Texas have an opportunity to capture growth through entrepreneurship, technology adoption, and collaborative innovation infrastructure.