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Arizona

Scottsdale

Freeway partner cityData as of Oct 1, 2026
1,830
Companies
$58.6M
Venture funding in the last 12 months, 13 rounds
$1.3B
Venture funding, 2022–2026
108
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$780.1M52
2020$152.7M41
2021$1.2B68
2022$502.4M53
2023$603.4M45
2024$84.1M24
2025$60.8M7
2026*$58.6M12

Industries

  • Health275
  • Fintech171
  • Enterprise software157
  • Marketing153
  • Real estate104
  • Food67
  • Education65
  • Media60
  • Energy57
  • Wellness & beauty56

And 20 more industries.

Companies in Scottsdale

1,033–1,056 of 1,830 companies

  • Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Early stage

  • MyGentic.io

    Enterprise software

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Early stage

  • MyLife Mobile is a dynamic mobile application designed to enhance local exploration and event planning. The app serves a diverse clientele, including local venues, attractions, event promoters, bars, and restaurants, as well as individual users looking to discover new experiences. Operating in the local entertainment and social coordination market, MyLife Mobile leverages machine learning and user preference settings to provide personalized recommendations for events, places, and activities.The business model is centered around user engagement and partnerships with local businesses. MyLife Mobile generates revenue through advertising and promotional partnerships with local venues and event organizers who use the MyBiz event portal platform to list their events and attractions. Additionally, the app may offer premium features or subscription services for enhanced user experiences.MyLife Mobile simplifies the process of event planning and local discovery by integrating social media profiles and allowing users to create multiple personal profiles that reflect different aspects of their lifestyle. Users can invite friends, plan and discuss events, and vote on places to visit, all within the app. This not only minimizes the hassle of finding things to do but also maximizes the quality time spent with friends and family.

    Early stage · 1 employees

  • Early stage

  • myTethys

    Education

    myTethys operates as a comprehensive social network designed to bridge the gap between students and future employers. It offers a platform where students can engage in personalized learning experiences, hands-on training, and build relationships with potential employers. The platform caters to student freelancers, allowing them to create their own businesses and secure internships, thereby gaining practical experience and funding their education. myTethys serves the educational and professional development market, targeting students seeking to enhance their career prospects through direct engagement with employers. The business model revolves around providing a virtual environment for learning and earning, supported by expert instructors and cutting-edge technology. Revenue is likely generated through partnerships with educational institutions and employers, as well as potential subscription fees for premium services. The platform's integrated profile system showcases students' efforts and expertise, making them stand out in the competitive job market.

    Early stage

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Naamly

    Marketing

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Nairobi Lighting is a company developing Light Fidelity (Li-Fi) technology, a wireless communication system that utilizes light to transmit data. This technology works by modulating the intensity of LED light sources at speeds imperceptible to the human eye, creating a method for high-speed data transmission. A photosensitive detector receives these light signals and converts them back into electronic data. Li-Fi operates over the visible light, ultraviolet, and infrared spectrums. It presents an alternative to traditional Wi-Fi, which uses radio frequencies. The primary benefits of Li-Fi include the potential for significantly higher data transmission speeds, with demonstrated rates surpassing 224 Gbps, and enhanced security, as the light-based signal cannot penetrate walls, containing the network within a physical space. Furthermore, it can function in environments sensitive to electromagnetic interference, such as hospitals and aircraft cabins. The technology was first introduced in 2011 by Professor Harald Haas. While the initial information provided for Nairobi Lighting is sparse regarding its specific history, founders, or detailed business model, it is positioned as a developer of this next-generation communication system for various industries, including agriculture, healthcare, cinema, and defense.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • NALAInstitute

    Education

    Breakout · 201–500 employees

  • NantEnergy, formerly known as Fluidic Energy, develops and manufactures metal-air rechargeable batteries, specializing in zinc-air technology. The company provides energy storage solutions for a range of applications, including rural electrification and critical backup power systems. Its target clients are entities in need of reliable and clean energy, with a global presence that includes the US, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.NantEnergy's business model is centered on the production and sale of its proprietary zinc-based rechargeable battery systems. A significant aspect of its strategy is achieving a low manufacturing cost, aiming for below $100 per kilowatt-hour, to make its energy storage solutions more accessible. The company has also entered into strategic partnerships, such as a deal with Caterpillar, which includes equity investment and a commercial agreement for collaboration in the microgrid and telecom sectors. This indicates a business-to-business (B2B) approach, where it supplies its battery technology to larger corporations and for specific industrial applications.

    Breakout · 51–200 employees · $27.0M raised

  • NarrativeWave

    Transportation, Enterprise software

    NarrativeWave is a technology company specializing in advanced analytics and automation solutions for asset-intensive industries. The company operates in markets such as energy, manufacturing, and transportation, serving clients who require real-time data analysis to enhance operational efficiency. NarrativeWave's core product is a software platform that integrates with existing systems to provide predictive insights and automated decision-making capabilities. This platform helps clients monitor asset performance, predict failures, and suggest corrective actions based on historical data. The business model is primarily subscription-based, generating revenue through software licenses and ongoing service fees. NarrativeWave's solutions are designed to improve engineering and asset efficiency, thereby reducing operational costs and increasing productivity.

    Early stage · 11–50 employees · $9.8M raised

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees · $260K raised

  • Breakout · 51–200 employees

  • National PEO

    Jobs & recruitment

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Early stage

  • Early stage

  • Early stage

  • Natural Partners is a leading wholesale distributor specializing in professional-grade vitamins, supplements, and natural health products. The company serves healthcare practitioners, including naturopaths, chiropractors, and integrative medicine professionals, providing them with a comprehensive range of high-quality products. Operating in the health and wellness market, Natural Partners offers a diverse catalog that includes minerals, vitamins, homeopathic remedies, herbal extracts, and sports nutrition products. The business model revolves around sourcing premium products from reputable brands and selling them in bulk to healthcare providers, ensuring they have access to the best tools for patient care. Revenue is generated through the sale of these products, often facilitated by an online platform that streamlines ordering and delivery processes. The company also offers educational resources to help practitioners stay informed about the latest in natural health solutions.

    Breakout · 51–200 employees · $25.0M raised

  • NaturalData

    Jobs & recruitment

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Early stage

Recent venture rounds

CompanyRoundAmountDateInvestors
Monetary MetalsEarly VC$10.5MSep 2026Not disclosed
Sparkle Grooming Co.Early VC$6.0MSep 2026Mars Petcare, Digitalis Ventures
Anuncia Medical, Inc.Early VC$100KAug 2026Accelerating Angels
CND Life SciencesEarly VCUndisclosedAug 2026Curve Partners
One RavenSeed$5.0MJul 2026Fifth Wall Ventures
Health EndeavorsGrowth Equity VCUndisclosedJul 2026Decathlon Capital Partners
AtlysAngelUndisclosedJul 2026Not disclosed
equipifiSeries B$34.0MMay 2026SixThirty Ventures, New Stack Ventures, Rise of the Rest +7 more
v4c.aiSeries AUndisclosedMay 2026Tquila, Databricks Ventures
Veterinary Sales & MarketingGrowth Equity VCUndisclosedApr 2026Chinook Investment Partners
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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