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Mesa

Freeway partner cityData as of Oct 1, 2026
436
Companies
$100.2M
Venture funding in the last 12 months, 2 rounds
$389.7M
Venture funding, 2022–2026
6
Investor firms

Venture funding by year

* 2026 through Oct 2026. Rounds without a disclosed amount count as rounds, not dollars.
Show as a table
YearVenture fundingRounds
2019$106.8M10
2020$41.2M6
2021$185.0M11
2022$44.7M14
2023$140.6M10
2024$28.0M4
2025$76.2M5
2026*$100.2M2

Industries

  • Health54
  • Real estate38
  • Enterprise software30
  • Marketing26
  • Education19
  • Fintech19
  • Energy18
  • Kids16
  • Transportation16
  • Wellness & beauty16

And 19 more industries.

Companies in Mesa

169–192 of 436 companies

  • Geeka Tronics

    Marketing, Enterprise software

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Gentle Weapons is a technology company developing foundational AI infrastructure for next-generation defense autonomy at the edge. The founding team's background includes experience in physical AI system deployment and data intelligence software at companies such as Meta Reality Labs, Amazon, and DeDrone. The company's core offering is a unified software and networking stack designed to run on edge compute platforms like the Nvidia Jetson family. This stack consists of three main systems: GWOS, a hardened Linux distribution for running AI workloads; Poolnet, a self-forming, encrypted private mesh network that functions without reliable LTE or satellite communications; and Poolboy, a deployment control plane for managing and updating software and models on fielded robotics, UAS, and ground vehicles. This integrated system provides a common control plane, allowing defense engineers to focus on their primary mission capabilities rather than the underlying infrastructure. The technology is built to ensure that autonomous platforms are reliable, resilient, and secure from the hardware to the AI model. Gentle Weapons operates in the defense technology market, targeting defense autonomy startups, prime contractors, and systems integrators as its primary clients. The business model is centered on providing this agnostic AI systems layer that can be integrated into a wide range of autonomous platforms. In July 2026, the company announced its emergence from stealth with a pre-seed financing round led by Antler Ventures. Gentle Weapons is a member of the Nvidia Inception Program and receives support from the Southwest Mission Acceleration Center. The company is actively working with pilot customers and seeking design partners that utilize edge platforms from Nvidia, Raspberry Pi, and Qualcomm.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees · $200K raised

  • Giftive, LLC

    Fashion, Home & living

    Giftive, LLC operates as a family-owned business specializing in a curated retail experience for gifts and collectibles. The company is a rebranding of the former Karen's Hallmark stores, expanding its traditional offerings to meet modern consumer needs through both physical and online channels. The transition to Giftive included the launch of Giftive.com, an e-commerce platform designed for a seamless online shopping experience, allowing customers to purchase from home. The business operates as a one-stop-shop for gifting needs, serving customers looking for items for various occasions and recipients. Its product inventory includes Hallmark cards, ornaments, and collectibles, and has broadened to feature home décor, bath products, lifestyle items, jewelry, and gifts from brands like Willow Tree and Tyler Candle Company. The company also stocks pop-culture collectibles from franchises such as Disney, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Peanuts. Giftive runs 26 retail locations, primarily former Karen's Hallmark stores, and also sells products through online marketplaces like Walmart.com. The business model is based on direct-to-consumer retail sales through its brick-and-mortar stores and its online website. A key feature of Giftive is its curated selection, with a team dedicated to researching trends to source high-quality products. In-store services at select locations include USPS shipping, allowing customers to send gifts directly. The company emphasizes customer service, with staff available to assist with gift selection and wrapping. A loyalty program, the Crown Rewards Program, is offered at its Karen's Hallmark locations.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Early stage

  • GlobalBakeERP

    Food, Enterprise software

    GlobalBakeUS, LLC delivers Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software systems specifically designed for wholesale bakeries and food processing organizations across North America. The company's core mission is to enhance customer success through the continuous improvement of its software and support services. The GlobalBake software serves as a unified tool for managing various aspects of the food manufacturing business. Its functionalities encompass sales forecasting, inventory management, manufacturing processes, product development, customer service, and accounting. The system is engineered to simplify business operations, aiming to increase efficiency and profitability for its users. It provides functionalities intended to strengthen sales performance, improve customer service delivery, optimize inventory control, and reduce administrative tasks. The platform is scalable to cater to a range of clients, from smaller local manufacturers and retail entities to larger organizations that supply national chains. GlobalBake is designed to accommodate the needs of diverse production environments, from those employing complex artisan methods to large-scale plant facilities with multiple production lines.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Glowbiotics

    Health, Marketing

    Glowbiotics operates in the skincare industry, specializing in professional-grade probiotic skincare products designed to promote healthier and more youthful skin. The company serves clients with special skin concerns, including those prone to breakouts, sensitivity, Rosacea, and premature aging. Glowbiotics leverages the science of probiotics—beneficial bacteria that help balance the skin's microbiome—to create products that reduce inflammation and improve skin health without causing harm. The business model is primarily direct-to-consumer, selling products through its website and offering promotions to drive sales. Revenue is generated through the sale of various skincare products, including cleansers, serums, and exfoliants. The company targets health-conscious consumers looking for effective, toxin-free skincare solutions.

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Go-redrock

    Event tech

    Early stage

  • Goinnovo

    Enterprise software

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Early stage

  • Early stage · 1 employees

  • Googipet is a family-owned, U.S.A.-based business specializing in all-natural and organic dog supplements. The founders' journey began out of concern for their own pets and the realization that many products on the market contained low levels of active ingredients and high amounts of fillers. Operating on a direct-to-consumer model through its website, Googipet targets dog owners who prioritize their pets' health and well-being. The company's mission is to enhance and extend dogs' lives through science-based, naturally effective supplements. A portion of profits is donated to the ASPCA to help animals in need. Googipet's product line consists of soft chew supplements formulated to address various health concerns in dogs, including joint health, digestive issues, allergies, and anxiety. Their offerings include a 10-in-1 Multivitamin, a 3-in-1 Probiotic, and specialized formulas for hip and joint support. Key features of the products include the use of all-natural, high-quality ingredients with no fillers, grains, GMOs, or artificial additives. The company emphasizes its unique no-heat manufacturing process, which ensures that the nutritional value and potency of the ingredients are preserved. The formulations, which include ingredients like glucosamine, probiotics, omegas, pumpkin, and turmeric, are developed in collaboration with PhD animal nutritionists and veterinarians. Production takes place in an FDA-registered, GMP and SQF certified facility in the United States.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Greendolphin

    Transportation

    Early stage

  • GreenMatter Biotech is a materials science and biotechnology company that commercializes plant-based, biodegradable alternatives to single-use plastics. The company develops materials and products designed for durability during use and biodegradability in soil after disposal. In April 2026, GreenMatter Biotech completed a merger with Great American Food Chain, Inc. (OTC: GAMN), a transaction that brought GreenMatter into the public markets. This strategic move provided the company with existing research and development, distribution, and retail partnerships in the regenerative materials sector. Under Wicker's leadership, GreenMatter Biotech had a profitable first year, generating $2.5 million in revenue in 2025. The company's business model is focused on meeting the growing demand for biodegradable materials through a combination of its product platform and strategic partnerships. By entering the public markets, GreenMatter aims to gain increased visibility and access to capital to accelerate its growth in product development and distribution.

    Early stage

  • Early stage

  • GT Medical Technologies is a healthcare startup that specializes in the development and commercialization of innovative treatments for patients with brain tumors. The company's flagship product, GammaTile®, is a surgically targeted radiation therapy designed to treat patients with newly diagnosed malignant intracranial neoplasms (brain tumors) and those with recurrent intracranial neoplasms. The company operates in the healthcare and medical technology market, specifically in the field of oncology. Its primary clients are healthcare providers and institutions that treat patients with brain tumors. GT Medical Technologies' business model revolves around the development, regulatory approval, and commercialization of its GammaTile® therapy. The company generates revenue by selling its product to healthcare providers and institutions.GammaTile® is a unique product that combines surgical precision with radiation therapy. It is implanted in the brain during surgery and delivers a dose of radiation directly to the tumor site, reducing the risk of damage to healthy brain tissue. This innovative approach has been proven safe and effective in clinical trials, making it a promising treatment option for patients with brain tumors.In summary, GT Medical Technologies is a promising startup in the medical technology sector, offering a unique and effective treatment for brain tumors. Its innovative product, GammaTile®, has the potential to significantly improve the quality of life for patients and create a new standard of care in the treatment of brain tumors.

    Late stage · 51–200 employees · $227.0M raised

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Early stage

  • HD Restoration

    Real estate

    Early stage

  • HealthLoq

    Health

    HealthLoq provides a cloud-based platform that utilizes artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to offer product traceability and document verification. Lurth has executive experience in various companies, including a recent focus on the nutraceutical industry. Taylor is a research professor and founder of the ASU Blockchain Research Lab, with a background in supply chain strategy at companies like HP and IBM. The company's primary service revolves around creating a transparent and immutable audit trail for products, particularly in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage industries. This is achieved by capturing first-party data from suppliers and manufacturers, linking supply chain information from specific ingredient batches to the final product batch. The platform aggregates manufacturing, testing, and certification data, which can then be accessed by consumers via a QR code on the product packaging. This allows for verification of product origin, ingredients, and testing results. HealthLoq's technology includes a zero-knowledge proof system using a SHA-256 hashing algorithm to create a "digital fingerprint" of documents like Certificates of Analysis (COAs), ensuring their authenticity and integrity against tampering. The AI models analyze product specifications against testing methodologies and manufacturing capabilities. HealthLoq's business model is based on a flat monthly subscription fee, allowing partners to publish an unlimited number of items on the platform. The company targets a wide range of clients across the supply chain, including farmers, ingredient suppliers, manufacturers, brands, testing labs, retailers, and regulators. By turning compliance and quality control expenses into a marketing tool, HealthLoq aims to help responsible companies differentiate themselves. In May 2022, HealthLoq announced a strategic partnership with UL to combine its blockchain platform with UL's cGMP certification and regulatory compliance programs. The company has also partnered with the Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) for its Dietary Supplement Product Integrity Program.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • HJR Global

    Education

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • I Believe In You

    Wellness & beauty

    IBIY operates in the personal wellness and social connectivity market, offering a unique product that combines physical and digital experiences. The company sells minimalist bracelets designed to be shared among individuals, fostering connections and emotional support. Each bracelet is linked to a mobile app that tracks its journey as it is passed from person to person, allowing users to see the impact of their gesture in real-time. The app provides users with uplifting content and notifications, enhancing the emotional value of the bracelet. IBIY's business model includes direct sales of bracelets, with a portion of proceeds contributing to social causes. The target market includes individuals seeking meaningful connections and gifts that promote emotional well-being. By leveraging the power of storytelling and personal journeys, IBIY aims to address feelings of isolation and division in society, creating a global movement of empathy and support.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Iconprp

    Wellness & beauty

    Early stage · 1 employees

  • Early stage · 11–50 employees

Recent venture rounds

CompanyRoundAmountDateInvestors
GT Medical TechnologiesSeries E$100.0MJun 2026Gilde Healthcare, MVM Life Science Partners, Viking Global Investors +3 more
Gentle WeaponsSeed$200KJun 2026Antler
GT Medical TechnologiesSeries D$16.0MJul 2025FemHealth Ventures, Warren Point Capital
SuperSolSeedUndisclosedMay 2025Ajna Capital
BrekseySeed$200KApr 2025Antler
PersefoniSeries C$23.0MMar 2025Prelude Ventures, The Rise Fund (TPG), NGP Energy Technology Partners +2 more
GT Medical TechnologiesSeries D$37.0MJan 2025Gilde Healthcare, MVM Life Science Partners, MedTech VP +2 more
KoantekEarly VCUndisclosedDec 2024Databricks Ventures
SprkSeries B$25.0MJan 2024Primary Venture Partners, American Family Ventures, Viewpoint Ventures
Skin LaundryEarly VC$3.0MJan 2024Not disclosed
Accelerators and programs

No programs listed here.

Source: Dealroom, data as of Oct 1, 2026. Venture funding sums venture-type rounds with a disclosed amount; rounds raised by companies already public or bought out are left out. The last 12 months run from Nov 2025 to Oct 2026.

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