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Phoenix

Freeway partner cityData as of Oct 1, 2026
2,570
Companies
$58.2M
Venture funding in the last 12 months, 10 rounds
$1.0B
Venture funding, 2022–2026
152
Investor firms

Venture funding by year

* 2026 through Oct 2026. Rounds without a disclosed amount count as rounds, not dollars.
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YearVenture fundingRounds
2019$516.9M66
2020$535.2M50
2021$273.9M59
2022$329.9M62
2023$288.3M54
2024$105.7M31
2025$248.9M29
2026*$57.8M8

Industries

  • Health304
  • Enterprise software198
  • Fintech179
  • Marketing169
  • Real estate146
  • Education115
  • Media104
  • Food96
  • Energy83
  • Transportation79

And 20 more industries.

Companies in Phoenix

385–408 of 2,570 companies

  • Early stage

  • Cannabox

    Home & living

    Cannabox operates as a direct-to-consumer company in the cannabis accessories market, utilizing a subscription-based business model. After exiting a previous subscription-based business, he used the funds to launch Cannabox, positioning it as one of the first subscription boxes for cannabis accessories. The core of the business is a monthly themed box containing 6-8 items such as glass pipes, bongs, rolling papers, and other gear. Revenue is primarily generated through monthly and other term-based subscription plans. This model is supplemented by an e-commerce platform, an online headshop, where customers can purchase individual items, including exclusive products from past boxes and items from well-known brands. A significant portion of the products are consumable, encouraging subscriber retention. The company reports that many of its glass pieces and gear are designed in-house. Cannabox targets both new and experienced cannabis users, aiming to simplify the discovery and purchasing process. The company has demonstrated considerable growth, reporting $14.4 million in lifetime revenue by late 2021 and a 63.5% year-over-year revenue increase between 2019 and 2020. As of early 2021, the company had sold over 350,000 boxes and reached a monthly recurring revenue of around $350,000 with 11,000 subscribers.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees · $310K raised

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Capably

    Enterprise software

    The company is positioned to address the gap between rigid legacy Robotic Process Automation (RPA) systems and the newer, sometimes unreliable, AI agent technologies.The founders, Mr. Pulido (CEO) and Mr. Trésegnie, are described as seasoned entrepreneurs with experience in building and scaling startups. Their shared history includes C-level roles at SuperAwesome, a digital engagement platform for children that was acquired by Epic Games in 2020. This background in scaling technology ventures informs Capably's strategy.The company's core offering is a platform that combines the structure of traditional automation with the adaptability of Agentic AI, allowing for the automation of complex and repetitive workflows at scale. It operates autonomously in the background, acting as an extension of a company's teams to enhance productivity. The platform is designed for use by any employee, regardless of technical expertise, to automate a range of back-office tasks including data entry, report generation, and project management. This approach provides organizations with full control and visibility over how work is delegated to AI. Capably's system integrates with over 100 common business tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and Slack, facilitating its adoption into existing workflows.In April 2025, Capably announced a significant milestone, having raised $4 million in a Seed funding round. The investment was led by Boost Capital Partners and included participation from Concept Ventures, Sure Valley Ventures, Araya Ventures, Haatch, Koro Ventures, Wayra, and Ascension. This capital is intended to expand the product offerings and support the company's go-to-market strategy.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Capital Energy, based in Arizona, is a comprehensive solar energy solution provider. The company operates in the renewable energy market, specifically focusing on solar power. Their business model is vertically integrated, meaning they handle all aspects of the solar power process, from consultation and design to final installation. This allows them to streamline operations and provide a seamless experience for their customers.Their primary clients are homeowners looking to switch to a more sustainable and cost-effective energy source. Capital Energy offers a unique product, the Franklin Home Power Solution (FHP), which is a solar storage system. This system not only provides backup power but also integrates the highest AC battery capacity with intelligent controls for optimal performance. In simpler terms, it's a big battery that stores solar energy for use when the sun isn't shining, and it's smart enough to manage energy use efficiently.Capital Energy also places a high value on work-life balance, recognizing the importance of allowing employees to recharge and lead fulfilling lives outside of work. This suggests a positive company culture that values its employees, which can be a key factor in long-term success.The company generates revenue by selling and installing solar power systems. They also offer consultation services to homeowners interested in switching to solar power, helping them understand how much they can save by making the switch.

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Breakout · 201–500 employees

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Caplease

    Fintech, Real estate

    Caplease, Inc. operated as a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on a specialized segment of the commercial real estate market. Mr. McDowell's background as a corporate counsel for Sumitomo Corporation of America and at the law firm Nutter, McClennen & Fish provided a strong legal and transactional foundation for the firm's activities. Mr. Seale, a certified public accountant with experience at Ernst & Whinney, brought financial acumen, serving as the CFO from the company's inception. Mr. Pollert contributed extensive senior management experience from his time at companies like International Paper Company and Triarc Companies. The firm's primary business was investing in single-tenant commercial real estate assets that were subject to long-term, net leases. This net-lease model meant that tenants, typically large public companies or governmental entities with high credit ratings, were responsible for paying nearly all property operating expenses, including utilities, real estate taxes, insurance, and routine maintenance. This structure was designed to generate stable, predictable cash flows, similar to clipping a coupon, by focusing on the spread between the rental yields and the cost of financing the property portfolio. The company's portfolio was diversified across various property types, including retail, office, and industrial distribution centers. In addition to property ownership, Caplease also engaged in making first mortgage loans and other debt investments on similar single-tenant properties, leveraging its financing expertise. Caplease's journey as an independent entity concluded in November 2013, when it was acquired by American Realty Capital Properties, Inc. (later known as VEREIT, Inc.) in a transaction valued at approximately $2.2 billion. At the time of the acquisition, Caplease's portfolio consisted of 68 properties covering over 13 million square feet. The merger was a significant event in the net-lease REIT sector, creating one of the largest companies in the space and leading to the integration of Caplease's management team into the acquiring entity.

    Early stage · $370K raised

  • CaptureNet

    Enterprise software

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • CapturePilot is a software platform designed to assist small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans and women, in securing federal government contracts. The service automates the process of finding relevant opportunities by scanning over 40,000 listings daily from sources like SAM.gov. The core of the platform is a proprietary matching engine that uses AI to score and rank federal opportunities based on a company's profile. This system aggregates data from seven federal sources, refreshing the match list every 24 hours to ensure the information is current. The goal is to eliminate manual searches and the use of spreadsheets, presenting users with "HOT" matches first to streamline the bidding process. In addition to opportunity matching, the platform includes tools for capture management, offering features that provide visibility into the capture readiness of a contract across its full plan. This allows business leaders to track pipeline value, assess capture readiness, and monitor competitive positioning in real-time. The system also features AI-guided questions across various domains like customer intelligence, competition, and pricing to identify gaps in the capture plan. CapturePilot also provides tools to aid in the proposal process, such as an AI-driven capability statement generator that uses a recorded description of the user's business. For subcontracting efforts, the platform includes a database of over 900 Small Business Liaison Officer contacts at major prime contractors.

    Early stage · 1 employees

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Cardboard House Press operates in the niche market of literary publishing, focusing on translating and distributing Latin American poetry to English-speaking audiences. The organization serves readers interested in diverse cultural narratives and poetic expressions, offering a platform for voices that might otherwise remain inaccessible due to language barriers. By collaborating with skilled translators, Cardboard House Press ensures the integrity and lyrical quality of the original works are preserved. The business model likely involves revenue generation through book sales, partnerships with literary institutions, and possibly grants or donations supporting cultural exchange initiatives. The press contributes to the literary landscape by enriching the diversity of available literature and fostering cross-cultural understanding.

    Early stage · $40K raised

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • CardioConnections, established in 2020 by two cardiac sonographers, is dedicated to enhancing the echocardiography field through a comprehensive educational platform. The company is set to launch an app in late 2024, designed to provide essential tools for echocardiography professionals, including new graduates. CardioConnections focuses on delivering an extensive library of educational materials, such as online courses, webinars, and interactive tutorials, aimed at improving patient care by staying updated with the latest techniques and research. The platform also offers remote reading services, where specialists interpret cardiac ultrasound images, providing valuable insights to techs. Additionally, CardioConnections advocates for fair wages and reasonable workloads for ultrasound techs, leveraging their personal experience in the field. The business primarily serves cardiac ultrasound professionals, operating within the healthcare education market. Revenue is generated through subscriptions to their educational content and remote reading services.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Cardscales

    Marketing

    Cardscales is a performance marketing and e-commerce growth agency that specializes in scaling Shopify-based businesses. The firm was founded by Mitali Das, a digital marketer with over five years of experience in e-commerce, paid advertising, email marketing, and content creation. Her background as a lifestyle content creator and Instagram influencer is combined with performance marketing expertise to convert online attention into measurable revenue. The agency primarily serves direct-to-consumer brands within the fashion, beauty, jewelry, and lifestyle sectors that have established market traction but require a more systematic approach to growth. Cardscales operates on a service-based business model, providing strategic execution that integrates a client's storefront, advertising, email, and content into a cohesive growth system. The firm's approach is designed for brands that are ready to scale but face challenges with inconsistent growth and converting traffic into predictable revenue. Cardscales' core services are structured around four key pillars: content strategy to build trust and drive action, paid advertising on platforms like Google and Meta to convert clicks into customers, email marketing to enhance customer retention and repeat revenue, and comprehensive Shopify growth audits to identify and rectify weaknesses in the conversion funnel. This integrated methodology, which the company refers to as its "Growth Stack," aims to align all marketing activities to create a predictable growth trajectory for its clients. The agency emphasizes a founder-led strategy, offering hands-on expertise across the full e-commerce growth stack.

    Early stage

  • CardSeer, established in 2020, operates within the financial software sector, specifically targeting the trading card market. The company is headquartered in Brentwood, TN, and has secured $524K in funding to support its operations. The firm has developed a platform dedicated to the buying, selling, and tracking of trading cards. It serves collectors and investors in the trading card space, a market where participants range from casual hobbyists to serious investors. CardSeer's business model is centered on providing data-driven tools to a community that has historically relied on fragmented information sources. Its primary competitors include established online marketplaces like eBay and specialized applications such as CollX. CardSeer's core product is a platform that utilizes artificial intelligence. This technology aggregates data to show users where specific trading cards are currently available for purchase and provides a historical record of where they have been sold. The key benefit for users is the ability to monitor their collections and access comprehensive data for each card, which supports valuation and investment decisions. This centralized data approach aims to bring greater transparency and efficiency to the trading card ecosystem.

    Early stage

  • Early stage · 201–500 employees

  • Early stage

  • Early stage · 1 employees

  • Carey Phoenix Limousine

    Hosting, Semiconductors

    Early stage

  • Early stage · 1 employees

  • CarLocity

    Fintech

    Ktown Pet Sitter LLC is a niche pet care service based in Kenosha, Wisconsin, founded by Kerry Andersen, an avid animal lover with a deep passion for pet welfare. The company primarily focuses on providing personalized pet care services, particularly for elderly clients who may face challenges in managing their pets' needs. This includes dog walking, litter box cleaning, and yard waste cleanup, especially during adverse weather conditions or after surgeries.The startup operates in the local pet care market, catering to pet owners in Kenosha who require reliable and compassionate assistance in maintaining their pets' well-being. Ktown Pet Sitter LLC differentiates itself by offering specialized rates for senior living communities, recognizing the unique needs of older adults who may struggle with the physical demands of pet care.Ktown Pet Sitter LLC's business model revolves around offering tailored pet care services on a fee-for-service basis. Clients pay for specific services such as dog walking, litter box cleaning, and yard waste cleanup. This model ensures a steady revenue stream while addressing a critical need in the community.The company makes money by charging clients for each service provided. By focusing on a niche market—elderly pet owners—Ktown Pet Sitter LLC has carved out a unique position in the local pet care industry. This targeted approach not only helps in building a loyal customer base but also ensures that the services offered are highly relevant and valuable to the clients.In summary, Ktown Pet Sitter LLC is a specialized pet care service in Kenosha, Wisconsin, dedicated to helping elderly pet owners manage their pets' needs. The company operates on a fee-for-service model, providing essential services like dog walking, litter box cleaning, and yard waste cleanup, thereby ensuring a steady revenue stream and addressing a critical community need.

    Early stage · 1 employees

  • Carsfast

    Transportation

    Carsfast.com is a technology-driven startup that operates in the automotive industry, providing services to banks, specialist lenders, and dealers. The company leverages advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help its clients find, convert, and retain customers. The business model of Carsfast revolves around its patented AI conversational technology, which personalizes the customer journey. This technology allows the company to expose its clients' brands to a vast national audience, presenting offers and inventory at the right time based on intelligent timing, conversations, and connections. Carsfast's primary revenue stream comes from its Engage Platform. This platform combines flexible and secure APIs for any digital channel, first-party customer data, and global infrastructure to support clients at scale. It helps build personal relationships with each customer, reducing customer acquisition costs, and increasing lifetime value. The company also offers integration with leading Dealership Management Systems (DMS), Inventory management, and lending software. This integration reduces costs and increases time to market. Once launched, Carsfast's technology runs 24/7, guiding customers through a prompted process detailing the offerings, application process, and data requirements. In simple terms, Carsfast uses advanced technology to help car dealers and lenders reach more customers, sell more cars, and make more money.

    Early stage · 1 employees

Recent venture rounds

CompanyRoundAmountDateInvestors
MiiHealthSeed$2.8MAug 2026Not disclosed
BoreDMSeries AUndisclosedJun 2026Five Elms Capital
Prickly Pear HealthSeedUndisclosedMar 2026Emmeline Ventures
ALTREarly VCUndisclosedMar 2026Branca International
MatturEarly VCUndisclosedFeb 2026Outlier Solutions, Inc.
Oats OvernightGrowth Equity VC$45.0MJan 2026Asto Consumer Partners
COCO5Late VC$10.0MJan 2026Not disclosed
Breakthru MedicineSeries AUndisclosedJan 2026Not disclosed
Steady InstallSeed$400KDec 2025Not disclosed
Cloverleaf NetworksEarly VCUndisclosedDec 2025SuperK Ventures
Investors based here
Accelerators and programs

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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