New 6,000-square-foot hub marks next phase of McKinney’s innovation-led economic development strategy
McKINNEY, Texas (Feb. 12, 2026) — The McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) has announced the launch of the McKinney Innovation Exchange, a new hub designed to accelerate startup growth, attract investment capital, and further position McKinney as a leading innovation center in North Texas.
The McKinney Innovation Exchange represents the next evolution of MEDC’s Innovation Fund, a non-dilutive funding program launched in 2020 to support early-stage companies. Since its inception, the Innovation Fund has supported more than 50 portfolio companies, evaluated hundreds of startups annually, and contributed to business relocations, job creation, and capital investment in McKinney…