Mill, the innovative food recycling company, released new data that demonstrates major momentum in its mission to eliminate food from landfills and reshape everyday behavior at home and work. With customer impact data, an updated life-cycle analysis, and growing local partnerships, Mill is unlocking ways to keep more food out of landfills, stop food waste before it starts, and … [More]
Arizona among Top 5 States Showing Peak Interest in Startup Events
Study reveals that Arizona has shown the third-most interest in startup events in the United States. The research by the live event registration & management software company In The Room analyzed startup event data via Eventbrite, calculating upcoming startup events per million residents to identify the states where Americans show the highest interest in entrepreneurial … [More]
Fully Integrated Startup Manufacturing Hub and VC Accelerator to Launch in Tempe
Startup Central is set to open a 75,000-square-foot manufacturing and innovation hub in Tempe, Arizona, this September. With $1 million in pre-seed funding recently secured, the hub will serve as the first technical VC accelerator and fully integrated startup manufacturing space in the U.S. Designed by builders, for builders, Startup Central offers the space, equipment, and … [More]
Visual Storytelling Is the Heart of Hard Copy Media
Hard Copy Media is a film and media production company that specializes in brand storytelling. It works with businesses to help them tell their stories and connect with their audience, driving results with film and media assets — from commercials to social media content to podcasts to long-form documentaries and corporate events. “I’m on a mission to build a more connected … [More]
Business Genie Smooths Operations for Home Services
Business Genie is a software platform designed to help home service businesses — such as landscaping, HVAC, pest control and cleaning — run smoother and grow faster. It simplifies day-to-day operations with tools for scheduling, dispatching, estimates, invoices, customer communication and payment processing, all in one app designed to be easy to use on desktop and … [More]
ASBA Launches Statewide SCALE Program to Empower Arizona Entrepreneurs
The Arizona Small Business Association (ASBA), in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, is thrilled to unveil our newest entrepreneurial program, SCALE (Strategic Coaching for Advancing Local Entrepreneurs), a dynamic new program designed to accelerate Arizona’s small business ecosystem. This two-part initiative embraces a holistic approach to small business … [More]
Research Identifies Entrepreneurs’ Top Concerns Today
There are almost 35 million small businesses in the U.S. and our region is home to many entrepreneurs. Phoenix ranked as one of the top cities for startups and Arizona as one of the top 10 states for business growth. As we approach the midpoint of a decade that has brought solid economic growth and technological breakthroughs, despite a global pandemic and geopolitical … [More]
Two Arizona Bio Startups Funded $100K through Flinn Entrepreneurship Program
Arizona bioscience companies Anuncia Medical and Macula Vision Systems have been selected from a competitive field of startups to receive funding support through the 2025 Flinn Foundation Bioscience Entrepreneurship Program. The companies receive $100,000 in non-dilutive funding support through the Arizona Bioindustry Association, the Foundation’s nonprofit partner. In … [More]
Tesoro.vc Launches Accelerator for Early-Stage Startups
Over the last several years, Greater Phoenix has grown as a hub for startups and tech ventures. The region has attracted record venture capital investment, deal size and company valuation as it finds its place among the other national leaders. Despite this growth, there has been a missing component to the startup ecosystem: a comprehensive early-stage accelerator that … [More]
Kitchen Switchen: More than Retail
Kitchen Switchen was created to be a first-of-its-kind culinary content creators' community, says co-founder Brittney Valentine, who describes it as “a haven where you can discover the latest and greatest in sustainable products, join a vibrant digital culinary community and participate in an ethical reseller marketplace.” Valentine began the entrepreneurial enterprise in … [More]
HomeLyfe Provides Roofing Solution
HomeLyfe is a home maintenance company that helps homeowners build, maintain and protect their equity, starting with their roof. “Ninety percent of asphalt shingle roofs do not need to be replaced — which means that 90% of asphalt shingle roofs qualify for GoNano,” says HomeLyfe CEO and founder Tim Orscheln, enthusiastic about this proprietary roof treatment that, he explains, … [More]
Tesoro.vc Launches Accelerator for Early-Stage Startups
Over the last several years, Greater Phoenix has grown as a hub for startups and tech ventures. The region has attracted record venture capital investment, deal size and company valuation as it finds its place among the other national leaders. Despite this growth, there has been a missing component to the startup ecosystem: a comprehensive early-stage accelerator that … [More]
Title 9 Sports Grill Celebrates Women’s Athletics
This month, Phoenix will make history with the grand opening of Title 9 Sports Grill, the city’s first sports bar dedicated to celebrating women athletes. Located in the heart of the Melrose District, Title 9 Sports Grill reimagines the sports bar experience, championing inclusivity, empowerment and the spirit of Title IX — the landmark legislation that prohibits gender-based … [More]
Electric Pickle Synthesizes Eclectic Entertainment
Electric Pickle, the nearly 5-acre pickleball, dining and outdoor entertainment destination, is now open in Tempe — the first of six locations planned across the Southwest. Blending pickleball with globally inspired cuisine and lively entertainment, Electric Pickle offers an elevated experience. The centerpiece is a 12,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor restaurant serving … [More]
SRP and ASU Host Small Business Academy to Empower Arizona Entrepreneurs
To help Arizona’s small and diverse businesses scale their operations and secure high-value contracts, Salt River Project and Arizona State University’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute are hosting the Small Business Academy powered by SRP, a six-week program launching on January 28 with workshops held every Tuesday evening. The program will culminate with … [More]
AI-Driven Consulting Firm Launches, Identifying Opportunity for Businesses
KeenStack, the professional services consulting firm that helps companies unlock the full potential of ServiceNow, announces its official launch. With extensive operational and technological knowledge, the KeenStack team offers comprehensive solutions and services designed to help companies extract maximum value from the ServiceNow platform and drive measurable results. The … [More]
New Accelerator Partnership Announced to Transform Arizona into a Global Tech Powerhouse
Tesoro.vc, in partnership with the City of Phoenix, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) and StartupAZ, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking startup accelerator. This visionary initiative aims to position Arizona as a premier national and global hub for technology startups. Headquartered in Phoenix, one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, … [More]
WORKSHOP – Feb 3, 10 & 24: Small Business Academy – The ABCs of Starting Your Business
Small Business Academy: The ABCs Of Starting Your Business Unlock the keys to entrepreneurial success with SCORE’s ABCs of Starting a Business—a dynamic three-part workshop series designed to take you from idea to execution with clarity and confidence. This engaging series is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs at any stage, offering practical … [More]
