Innovation Reception at SEMICON West
Innovation Reception
Join us for an exclusive reception designed to connect innovators, industry professionals, and investors advancing the semiconductor, electronics, and data center industries. Enjoy refreshments, lite bites, and engaging discussions with the leaders and entrepreneurs shaping the next generation of the microelectronics industry. This is your opportunity to network with leading industry executives, visionary startup founders, key investors, influential policymakers, and esteemed university leaders who are fearlessly driving innovation forward.
Date: October 8, 2025
Time: 4:30 - 6:30pm
Location: Downtown Phoenix. Full address to be shared once approved.
Co-hosted by Plug and Play accelerateAZ, Intel Capital, the Arizona Commerce Authority, and the Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Arizona
Plug and Play Tech Center: Plug and Play Tech Center is the world's largest global innovation platform, connecting startups, corporations, and venture capitalists. They offer various accelerator programs, corporate innovation services, and an extensive network to foster technological advancement and facilitate strategic partnerships across numerous industries. Through their Silicon Valley headquarters and global offices, Plug and Play helps drive the growth of disruptive technologies and supports the scaling of promising startups.
Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA): The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's leading economic development organization, dedicated to growing and diversifying Arizona's economy. They work to attract new businesses, support existing companies, and promote job creation across various sectors, including advanced manufacturing, technology, and aerospace. The ACA provides a range of services, including business recruitment, site selection assistance, workforce development programs, and access to funding and incentives to foster a competitive business environment in Arizona.
Intel Capital: Intel Capital is Intel's global investment organization, making equity investments in innovative technology startups and companies worldwide. They focus on a broad range of technology sectors, including artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, cloud, and silicon, aiming to accelerate the development of disruptive technologies and expand market opportunities. Beyond funding, Intel Capital provides strategic support, industry expertise, and access to Intel's vast network to help their portfolio companies succeed.
Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Arizona: The Defense Innovation onRamp Hubs serve as an open door to the Department of Defense; where academics, companies and entrepreneurs can learn how to enter the national security innovation base, discover how to access government programming and funding, and engage in national security events and opportunities.