The City of Phoenix made its first appearance as an exhibitor at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas during the first week of January, leading to hundreds of business meetings and connections. As the only U.S. city to exhibit at CES, Phoenix showcased its commitment to advanced technology and innovation that creates jobs, supports educational institutions, and strengthens the local economy.
“Phoenix had smashing success at CES! From presenting our innovative pet technology to showcasing breakthroughs in health care, we garnered attention from CEOs, start-ups, and investors alike,” Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said. “Forging new partnerships and pitching Phoenix to companies around the world means we’ll be able to continue building a strong, resilient local economy packed with great-paying jobs for residents.”
CES proved an ideal environment for demonstrating Phoenix’s growing reputation as a technology and entrepreneurship hub. In the City’s delegation, companies such as Pawport, Crystal Sonic Inc., thePause Technologies, New Use Energy Solutions Inc. (NUE), MiiHealth, Foxlink Group, Mayo Clinic at Discovery Oasis, and Tesoro VC dominated the conference floor.
“Our innovative health platform is not only assisting loved ones with managing their health and wellness, but also elevating their quality of life,” Kelvin Summoogum, CEO and Founder of MiiHealth, said. “Debuting at CES with the City of Phoenix is just one more step forward in leveraging MiiHealth’s conversational AI ‘Monica’ to improve overall public health in the Valley.”
“Being able to showcase our startups on an international stage like CES is a testament to our incredible talent in Phoenix,” Christine Mackay, Director of Community and Economic Development for the City of Phoenix, said. “We are committed to supporting our local tech community and helping them grow into global players.”
The City’s presence at the conference also served as an opportunity to attract new talent and investment into its thriving tech sector.
“Phoenix is a global startup leader in tech business,” Andy Lombard, Founder and CEO of Tesoro.vc, said. “Tesoro Accelerator is all about turning ideas into reality with the right tools and support; these entrepreneurs are set to conquer the future.”
Attendees at CES were impressed by the array of Phoenix companies at the forefront of cutting-edge technology.
Mayo Clinic’s Steven J. Lester, M.D., was a hit on the My Global Village stage, sharing with attendees the opportunities to connect with the Mayo Clinic, including applying for its MedTech Accelerator program. Additionally, Dr. Lester was invited to meet with 10 French-based health tech companies who expressed interest in expanding to the U.S., and the ideal location for them is on Mayo Clinic’s Discovery Oasis campus.
Among the hundreds of meetings and connections made at CES, Phoenix-based Gravitrex was another favorite at the conference.
“Gravitrex is working to transform how people recover mobility after hospitalization by leveraging a patented technology that makes walking rehabilitation easier,” Kira Burns, Co-Founder and CEO of Gravitrex, said. “Moving my family from Italy to Phoenix was a big step, but Arizona’s supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem and extensive resources have been invaluable in advancing our mission to improve mobility. Attending CES 2025 helped further our mission and was an inspiring opportunity to connect with AgeTech founders, investors, and potential strategic partners, as well as to explore the latest advancements in technology.”
Phoenix has seen great success in the startup scene, with 1,872 funded companies, 121 VC investors, and 2,176 funding rounds to date. For more information about how the City of Phoenix is investing in its flourishing tech ecosystem, please visit InvestInphoenix.com.
