Advanced manufacturing is a cornerstone of San Antonio’s economy, fueling thousands of jobs and powering innovation across aerospace, construction, and technology. As the industry evolves, San Antonio is positioned to lead the next era of smart production and industrial growth. This event will spotlight Advanced Manufacturing in our city, exploring how San Antonio can scale innovation, strengthen its workforce, and compete on a global stage.
This event is the third installment of the Emerging Industries Series, a collaboration between CNTR/CTY and Tech Bloc bringing together leaders across San Antonio’s frontier industries—cybersecurity, bioscience, advanced manufacturing, and aerospace—where powerful conversations become real action in the city.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, May 20th
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: San Antonio Technology Center (3463 Magic Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229)
Discussion Topics Include:
The current state of San Antonio’s manufacturing ecosystem and where it’s headed
The shift toward Industry 4.0, including automation, robotics, and smart technology
Workforce development, talent pipelines, and infrastructure needs for the next decade
How cross-sector collaboration can position San Antonio as a global manufacturing powerhouse
Event Sponsors:
San Antonio Technology Center, Rogers-O'Brien Construction, Rebecca Creek, Wells Fargo, Irys, and WelcomeTech.
Community Partners:
UT Health San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio, Capital Factory, SA Digital Connects, Maestro Entrepreneur Center, Geekdom, Better Futures Institute, and FourBlock
— CNTR/CTY & Tech Bloc
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Whether you live, work, or play downtown or beyond, you are welcome to join us for insightful discussions and networking in a casual setting.
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