The city of Frisco recently officially unveiled Origin, a new innovation hub designed to serve as a launchpad for startups, entrepreneurs and venture-backed technologies looking to scale.
Located on the 10th floor of Baylor Scott & White Sports Therapy & Research, Origin is the result of a years-long vision by city leadership to bring world-class innovation programming and industry collaboration to one of America’s fastest-growing cities.
A City Committed to Innovation
Created by the Frisco Economic Development Corporation (Frisco EDC) in 2020, Origin was developed to meet the needs of a rapidly growing tech sector while also creating a community-first space for local entrepreneurs. The facility is operated by Plug and Play, a Silicon Valley-based innovation platform known for connecting startups to large corporations, investors and industry leaders. Frisco selected Plug and Play through a competitive RFP process in 2023.
“This new facility is proof of what’s possible when a city drives with vision, determination and collaborative partnerships,” said Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney in an official statement. “This hub is a starting point for new technologies, businesses and careers in Frisco. I’m excited to see the groundbreaking innovation that will take shape here.”
The 6,000-square-foot space includes private offices, meeting rooms and flexible co-working areas designed to foster collaboration between entrepreneurs, investors and corporate partners. Plug and Play will operate Origin under a membership-based model, hosting events like hackathons, workshops and networking sessions that are open to the broader community.
Plug and Play’s Largest Hub Outside Silicon Valley
The Frisco facility marks Plug and Play’s largest U.S. expansion outside of California. Origin’s focus areas include fintech, sportstech, AI and cybersecurity, aligning with Frisco’s growing tech ecosystem, which now includes over 500 tech companies and several major corporate brands. A key part of the innovation center will be its support for sports technology and human performance, reflecting Frisco’s identity as a national sports and business destination…