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Tech Arizona Advocates

Phoenix, United States|Est. 2022

The rising tech hub of the Southwest

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Daniela Santangelo

Daniela Santangelo

Group Lead, Tech Arizona Advocates

Daniela Santangelo is a two-time founder, angel investor and catalyst for startup ecosystems. She leads Freeway Phx, a community-led platform connecting innovation to opportunity, cultivating tech talent and activating Arizona's startup community through events, media and strategic partnerships. With a track record of scaling startups to 100M dollars, she advises early-stage founders and drives community-driven growth locally and globally.

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Jen Wong

Group Lead, Tech Arizona Advocates

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Launch Pad

Launching in Arizona

Tech Arizona Advocates' guide to launching in Arizona. It covers company registration, visas, funding, tax and insurance before launch, then business setup, tech clusters, networking, regulatory and operational points, and a long directory of named accelerators, support organizations and coworking spaces across the state.

Key sectors
SemiconductorsCleantechAIAerospace & Defense TechSoftwareHealthtechBioscience
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  1. 01
    Research and plan

    Arizona's tech landscape is fueled by innovation, a favorable business climate, and proximity to the U.S. and Mexico border. Study the state's key sectors (semiconductors, cleantech, AI, aerospace and defense tech, software, and healthtech and bioscience) to identify alignment and opportunities.

  2. 02
    Company registration

    Set up your business through the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) and secure your EIN with the IRS. Foreign entities should also consider registering as a Foreign LLC.

  3. 03
    Visas and legalities

    If you are a non-U.S. entrepreneur, explore business immigration options including E-2 investor visas or L-1 intracompany transfers. Consult with U.S. immigration attorneys.

  4. 04
    Funding options

    Arizona is home to a growing VC ecosystem. The guide points to Arizona Commerce Authority Access to Capital, Canal Partners, Tallwave Capital, Grayhawk Capital, Maverick Ventures Arizona, Social Venture Partners Arizona, Maverick Angels, AZVC, Monsoon Ventures, Phx Ventures and the PHX East Valley Angel Investor Initiative.

  5. 05
    Tax considerations

    Arizona has a flat corporate income tax and no franchise tax. Consult a tax advisor to understand your federal and state obligations.

  6. 06
    Insurance

    Businesses are required to carry liability and worker's compensation insurance.