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HICAM is a Nonprofit Catalyst building an Innovation Ecosystem.

Our Mission: Accelerating Advanced Manufacturing in Texas.

Hayes Innovation Center for Advanced Manufacturing

HICAM is an economic and workforce development nonprofit headquartered in Austin, Texas, focused on accelerating innovation in advanced manufacturing. Through our three pillars—Training, Technology, and Ecosystem—we empower startups, manufacturers, and researchers with the tools, talent, and partnerships needed to thrive.

Hayes Innovation Center for Advanced Manufacturing

HICAM is an economic and workforce development nonprofit headquartered in Austin, Texas, focused on accelerating innovation in advanced manufacturing. Through our three pillars—Training, Technology, and Ecosystem—we empower startups, manufacturers, and researchers with the tools, talent, and partnerships needed to thrive.

HQ FACILITY - Austin, TX

HICAM’s modern, spacious lobby with high ceilings, polished concrete floors, and sleek white architectural features. A large glass-walled event space room is centrally positioned, surrounded by sculptural furniture and natural light from large windows.

HICAM's headquarters is a 52,000 ft² facility in Austin, Texas featuring classrooms, manufacturing space, podcast recording facilities, breakout rooms, and event center.

HQ FACILITY - Austin, TX

HICAM’s modern, spacious lobby with high ceilings, polished concrete floors, and sleek white architectural features. A large glass-walled event space room is centrally positioned, surrounded by sculptural furniture and natural light from large windows.

HICAM's headquarters is a 52,000 ft² facility in Austin, Texas featuring classrooms, manufacturing space, podcast recording facilities, breakout rooms, and event center.

Three Pillars of the HICAM Innovation Ecosystem

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        Developing the next-generation of manufacturing talent with hands-on training programs designed for both emerging students and industry professionals. Join as a Student or as a Workforce Development Partner Organization to help train the future of Manufacturing.

Learn Here
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        We're launching the HICAM Prototype Factory to de-risk adoption of new manufacturing technology by providing the advanced prototyping and automation expertise to help startups and industry partners scale from concept to production.

Build with Us
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        Join us as we cultivate a powerful ecosystem of innovators and industry leaders by hosting impactful events and fostering strategic partnerships that drive the industry forward. Become a member partner and join us on our mission.

Join our Mission

Three Pillars of the HICAM Innovation Ecosystem

A stylized banner titled TRAIN.

        Developing the next-generation of manufacturing talent with hands-on training programs designed for both emerging students and industry professionals. Join as a Student or as a Workforce Development Partner Organization to help train the future of Manufacturing.

Learn Here
A stylized banner titled BUILD.

        We're launching the HICAM Prototype Factory to de-risk adoption of new manufacturing technology by providing the advanced prototyping and automation expertise to help startups and industry partners scale from concept to production.

Build with Us
A stylized banner titled CONNECT

        Join us as we cultivate a powerful ecosystem of innovators and industry leaders by hosting impactful events and fostering strategic partnerships that drive the industry forward. Become a member partner and join us on our mission.

Join our Mission

Connect with the innovators shaping tomorrow.

Become a HICAM member today.