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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.
Show as a table
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

1,489–1,512 of 1,830 companies

  • Solomodels

    Fashion

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Breakout · 51–200 employees

  • Sonoran Sun Wellness is a holistic mental health clinic located in Scottsdale, Arizona, that provides outpatient care for individuals facing depression, OCD, and other mental health challenges. The company was started on July 13, 2022, and its members include Maygen Blessman, Ishah Roads-Pultz, and Adrienne Eder. The clinic operates on a wellness-first model, combining scientific, spiritual, and traditional approaches to create customized programs for its clients. The center specializes in providing a range of services including psychiatric medication management, individual therapy, and innovative treatments such as NeuroStar® Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato® (esketamine) for depression and OCD. NeuroStar® TMS is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment. Sonoran Sun Wellness serves a variety of clients dealing with conditions like anxiety, depression, addiction, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and trauma. The clinic accepts various insurance plans and offers payment plan options to ensure finances are not a barrier to treatment.

    Early stage

  • Sorsa Capital is a boutique buy-side advisory firm that delivers institutional-grade deal origination services. The firm primarily serves independent sponsors, small private equity firms, and entrepreneurial searchers in the United States. This experience revealed a significant gap in the lower middle market, where independent buyers often lacked the systematic, data-driven deal origination processes used by larger institutional firms. Sorsa Capital was established to bridge this gap, bringing a similar level of rigor and scale to this market segment. Sorsa's business model is centered on proactive, proprietary outreach to identify and engage founder-led businesses before they enter competitive sale processes. The firm uses a proprietary system that combines advanced search platforms and curated data sources to find off-market opportunities, giving its clients an advantage. It operates on a mutual exclusivity basis, meaning it will not run overlapping searches for clients with the same investment criteria, and in return, clients commit to using Sorsa exclusively for sourcing during their engagement. The firm charges a success fee, which applies to any deal closed during the engagement period, regardless of whether the opportunity was sourced by Sorsa or the client. Sorsa focuses exclusively on the buy-side and does not represent sellers.

    Early stage · 1 employees

  • Sortfoo

    Semiconductors

    Early stage · 1 employees

  • Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Southwest Foodservice Excellence (SFE), founded in 2004 by industry veterans, operates as a specialized foodservice management provider exclusively for K-12 public schools across the United States. The company was established to address a perceived gap in student nutrition, focusing on providing higher quality, nutritious, and appealing meals. The business model is centered on forming long-term partnerships with school districts to manage their food service programs. This B2B approach generates revenue through contracts with these districts, aiming to increase student participation and, consequently, program revenues for the schools. The company's services are built on a "culinary-first" or "fresh-from-scratch" philosophy, which emphasizes the use of fresh ingredients and recipes developed in-house over processed foods. SFE offers a catalog of over 3,000 menu items, including restaurant-inspired and culturally relevant cuisines, with menus changing monthly to maintain student engagement. A key differentiator is the provision of dedicated onsite support teams that work collaboratively with school staff. These teams provide culinary and regulatory training, manage operations, and assist with community outreach to promote healthy eating. The company also provides customized programs tailored to the specific needs and dietary requirements of each school district. CEO Monty Staggs, a former fine dining chef, joined SFE in 2012, driven by his own children's dissatisfaction with their school lunches. His background includes a culinary arts degree from Johnson & Wales University and experience creating recipes for major restaurant chains. This experience informed his mission to elevate the quality of school meals. Under his leadership, SFE has expanded its footprint to serve over 150 school districts. A significant milestone was the acquisition of OrganicLife, a Chicago-based K-12 foodservice provider, in September 2018, which expanded SFE's presence in the Midwest. In 2017, the company received a major investment from Harkness Capital Partners and a group of other investors to support its growth in sales, customer service, and IT.

    Late stage · 501–1000 employees

  • Southwest Heritage Bank provides community banking services for individuals and small-to-mid-sized businesses, primarily operating in Arizona and New Mexico. The bank is the result of a merger between Bank 34 and Commerce Bank of Arizona, which officially became Southwest Heritage Bank on March 25, 2024. This combination created the second-largest bank headquartered in Arizona, with total assets approaching $1 billion as of May 2025. The institution's origins trace back to the establishment of Alamogordo Federal Savings and Loan Association in 1934 in New Mexico, which later became Bank 34. Commerce Bank of Arizona was founded much later in 2002 in Tucson. The merger aimed to combine Bank 34's long history with Commerce Bank of Arizona's local expertise to better serve their communities. Southwest Heritage Bank offers a comprehensive suite of banking products that blends modern technology with personalized customer service. For business clients, services include business checking accounts, SBA loans, construction loans, commercial real estate financing, and treasury management services like remote deposit capture and ACH services. Personal banking offerings encompass checking and savings accounts, certificates of deposit (CDs), and home mortgage loans. The bank emphasizes a "concierge service approach" and relationship banking, positioning itself as a local alternative to larger financial institutions. It operates eight full-service branches across Arizona and southern New Mexico, with its corporate headquarters in Scottsdale, Arizona.

    Breakout · 51–200 employees

  • Early stage

  • Early stage · 1 employees

  • SpaceTags

    Security, Enterprise software

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Sparkhaus

    Marketing

    Ampsy specializes in enhancing audience engagement and content generation at live events through targeted technological solutions.The firm deploys geofencing technology to capture real-time, location-specific social media content shared by event attendees. This aggregated content, along with interactive elements like voting results, is often visually displayed within venues, fostering increased participation and shareability. For instance, at Red Bull's Culture Clash, this approach led to the capture of 1,698 location-enabled posts from 1,237 fans and boosted voting numbers.Ampsy also engages in micro-influencer marketing, identifying and activating individuals to build social buzz prior to and during events. This strategy was utilized for an AT&T campus tour, successfully amplifying the message among students. The company emphasizes an end-to-end view on problem-solving and a rapid, systematic approach to execution.Clients include major brands like Red Bull, for whom Ampsy has supported various events such as Flugtag and Global Rally Cross, and AT&T. The company's operational model appears to be B2B, providing tailored services and technology deployments for specific client events and campaigns.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Sparkle Grooming Co.

    Wellness & beauty

    Sparkle Grooming Corp. operates a wellness-focused dog grooming salon located in Arcadia, Phoenix, Arizona. The company provides salon-style grooming services that emphasize the health and hygiene of dogs, ensuring they look and feel their best. Sparkle Grooming targets dog owners who seek quality care for their pets at an affordable price. The business model revolves around offering grooming services and memberships, with a portion of proceeds supporting local K9 service, adoption, and rehoming facilities. This approach not only enhances the customer experience but also fosters community engagement. The company operates in a highly fragmented $11 billion segment of the broader $140 billion pet care industry, presenting significant growth opportunities. Sparkle Grooming aims to make routine pet care more accessible and less costly, addressing the increasing expenses and inconvenience faced by pet owners. By focusing on external health essentials and creating a caring community, Sparkle Grooming provides a meaningful experience for both pets and their owners.

    Early stage · 11–50 employees · $6.0M raised

  • Sparky's Agent

    Legal, Enterprise software

    Sparky's Agent leverages AI technology to enhance customer feedback collection for businesses. Operating in the customer service and feedback management market, Sparky's Agent serves businesses looking to improve their customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The core service involves an AI assistant that calls customers the day after their service to gather feedback and subsequently sends a review link via text message based on the feedback received. This automated process saves time and resources for businesses, while providing comprehensive and actionable insights through detailed reports. Sparky's Agent's business model is subscription-based, offering various plans that include different levels of reporting and integration capabilities. The company generates revenue through these subscription fees, providing value by increasing the volume and quality of customer feedback, which in turn helps businesses identify key areas for improvement and enhance customer satisfaction.

    Early stage · 1 employees

  • Spatial Inc. specializes in immersive audio design tools that redefine human experiences by creating virtual soundscapes for work, play, and relaxation. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including healthcare facilities, retail environments, and entertainment venues. Operating in the immersive audio technology market, Spatial Inc. offers a platform that supports dynamic interaction with inputs like movement, video, lighting, and music. The business model revolves around providing comprehensive audio solutions that enhance the ambiance and functionality of physical spaces. Revenue is generated through the sale of their audio design tools and platforms, as well as through partnerships and collaborations with other technology and healthcare providers. The company's innovative approach to sound design not only enhances user experiences but also offers therapeutic benefits, as demonstrated by their collaboration with Wellstar Health System to create wellness rooms for healthcare professionals.

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Spear Education specializes in providing advanced dental continuing education aimed at dentists committed to achieving clinical excellence. The company operates in the dental education market, offering a blend of online courses and in-person seminars at their Spear Campus. Their business model includes subscription-based memberships, which provide access to a comprehensive library of educational content, as well as specialized programs and bootcamps. Revenue is generated through membership fees, course enrollments, and seminar attendance. Spear Education serves a diverse clientele, including general practitioners, specialists like endodontists and orthodontists, and dental support staff. The company focuses on enhancing clinical skills, improving practice management, and fostering better patient communication. Key offerings include growth strategy business planning, case acceptance bootcamps, and practice management insights.

    Early stage · 201–500 employees

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • Based in Phoenix, Arizona, the company provides end-to-end UAS solutions for the defense, security, and aerospace sectors. Initially focused on commercial UAS applications, SpektreWorks shifted its focus significantly toward the defense market. A pivotal moment for the company came from its work in reverse-engineering the Iranian Shahed drone, which led to the development of the FLM-136, a platform for "authentic threat emulation." This expertise positioned the company to create the Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS), a one-way attack drone. In July 2025, SpektreWorks was awarded a $30 million APFIT contract from the Army Contracting Command to produce the LUCAS drone. This platform was used in combat for the first time in February 2026 during Operation Epic Fury. The company's business model combines the sale of its own UAS products with comprehensive engineering and flight services. Its product line includes the Cobalt VTOL for surveillance, the FLM series for threat emulation, and the Falcon, a versatile payload platform. SpektreWorks also offers custom engineering services covering aero-mechanical design, software development with expertise in ArduPilot, electrical engineering, and rapid prototyping. Additionally, the company provides flight services, including red teaming, counter-UAS testing, payload integration, and turnkey Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) solutions for both domestic (CONUS) and international (OCONUS) deployments.

    Early stage · 11–50 employees

  • Early stage

  • Spiced Up Detailing operates as a fully mobile vehicle detailing service, catering to clients in various locations including Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, and Paradise Valley. The company specializes in enhancing the aesthetic and resale value of vehicles through premium services such as ceramic coating packages, paint correction, and interior detailing. By offering a convenient service model, Spiced Up Detailing brings its expertise directly to the client's home or office, ensuring flexibility and ease of access. The business generates revenue through direct service fees, accepting payments via major credit cards, Venmo, and cash, and also offers financing options for larger jobs through AfterPay. The target market includes vehicle owners seeking to maintain or increase the value of their cars with high-quality detailing services. Spiced Up Detailing emphasizes customer satisfaction by using premium products and providing over-the-top customer service, ensuring vehicles are treated with care and precision.

    Early stage

  • Early stage · 2–10 employees

  • The company positions itself within the premium adult beverage sector, focusing on the development and marketing of alcoholic beverages that meet the growing consumer demand for lower-alcohol and higher-quality options. Its target market includes individuals who are mindful of their alcohol consumption but do not wish to sacrifice the taste and experience of a premium drink.The company's flagship brand is Soula, a line of wine cocktails that officially launched in Ohio in May 2023. These cocktails are crafted with a base of real, transparently sourced wine and are distinguished by their low-alcohol content, which stands at 4% ABV. The Soula product line is also formulated to be low in sugar (5g) and calories (90), catering to health-conscious consumers. The initial flavors offered were Pineapple & Ginger and Blackberry & Lime, with distribution starting in Central Ohio through retailers like Giant Eagle and Market District. The business model appears to be centered on producing and distributing ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages through retail partnerships.The founding of Spirited Brands stems from the personal experiences of its founders. Elin Wolle brings experience from her time at Anheuser-Busch InBev, where she worked on brands such as Bud Light and Stella Artois. Their combined expertise in brand strategy, retail, and the beverage industry underpins the company's strategic direction. The idea for the company emerged from their own desire for lower-alcohol beverage choices that still delivered on flavor, a gap they identified in the market.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees · $4.5M raised

  • Spirits Capital Corporation operates as a financial technology platform specializing in the secured purchase and investment of premium American Whiskey. The company serves individual investors and whiskey enthusiasts looking for alternative investment opportunities. Operating in the niche market of whiskey investment, Spirits Capital offers a unique product known as the Cask Investment Deed. This deed allows investors to own a freshly filled barrel of premium American Whiskey, which is securely stored in a bonded facility and insured throughout the aging process. The platform provides real-time data and transparency, ensuring investors always know the status and location of their asset. Spirits Capital makes money through transaction fees and management fees associated with the investment deeds. The business model focuses on leveraging technology to provide a high degree of transparency and security, thereby attracting investors who value these features.

    Early stage · 2–10 employees · $1.2M raised

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
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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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