Arizona Founders Fund is a seed-stage venture capital fund established in 2016 that provides capital and mentorship to early-stage software startups in Arizona. The fund operates as a network of Arizona technology founders who provide counsel, referrals, and hands-on support to portfolio companies alongside financial investment.

ASU's student/faculty venture development program. Works alongside Skysong Innovations. Provides access to ASU funding network, venture development spaces, mentorship. Part of the Entrepreneurship + Innovation (E+I) office. NSF I-Corps Site partner.

Copper Sky Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests $2-4 million in seed and Series A software companies operating in overlooked U.S. markets, focusing on businesses like AI for nuclear utilities, aviation maintenance, and multifamily leasing. The firm provides ongoing strategic support to founders beyond capital, including operational guidance, hiring assistance, and go-to-market strategy.

Desert Angels is a peer-driven angel investor network connecting accredited investors to early-stage startup deal flow.

Forepont Capital Partners is a venture capital firm investing in early-stage companies at the intersection of AI, nanotechnology, neuroscience, and biotech.

ASU's exclusive technology commercialization organization. Manages ASU's technology portfolio. 250+ startups launched, $1.5B+ in VC raised from spinouts. 180+ US patents/yr. Annual Startup Challenge (up to $50K seed). CEO: Augie Cheng. Equivalent to MIT TLO or Harvard OTD. Primary pipeline from ASU labs to commercial application.

Social Leverage is a seed-stage venture capital firm that has backed 150+ companies since 2009 with over $300M in assets under management.