Continued New Leasing Activity Bucks Office Trends in Metro Phoenix

SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center is seeing the benefits of its innovative approach with a flurry of new leasing activity. 

SkySong remains one of the Valley’s most dynamic and vibrant business hubs by consistently evolving to meet the needs of today’s businesses, startups, and professionals.

The headliner in the latest flurry of activity is a new lease by Yelp for a space in SkySong 4. SkySong has been pursuing Yelp as a tenant for several years and the project team is very pleased to finally have them as a partner. It’s also a sign that larger employers are returning to in-office work environments. 

Additionally, three other companies have renewed or expanded their presence in the project:

• Medicare Benefits Direct (dba Get Me Healthcare) is expanding from 3,714 square feet in SkySong 3 to 8,648 square feet in the building.
• Integrity Express Logistics (3,118 square feet) and Solugenix (2,093 square feet) are tenants in SkySong 1 and 3, respectively. 

With its unique combination of cutting-edge workspaces, walkable dining and entertainment options, premier hospitality, and residential opportunities, SkySong continues to thrive as a top-tier leasing option for companies and entrepreneurs seeking an innovative, flexible environment.

“SkySong provides an environment where innovation and lifestyle meet,” said Sharon Harper, Chairman and CEO of Plaza Companies, the master developer of SkySong. “The project continues to evolve and adapt, making it a one-stop destination for businesses looking to grow and succeed while also offering their teams an exceptional work-life balance.”

SkySong’s success lies in its mixed-use work-live-play model, offering tenants more than just office space. Businesses leasing at SkySong benefit from access to a range of on-site amenities that include walkable restaurants, retail spaces, hospitality services, and housing options – all designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and convenience. 

Tenants can enjoy a balance of professional workspaces and vibrant leisure spaces, with access to both indoor and outdoor gathering areas for meetings, networking, and social events.

The SkySong complex is also well-known for its close partnership with Arizona State University (ASU), giving tenants access to world-class academic resources, research initiatives, and collaboration opportunities with one of the nation’s leading public research universities. It was first imagined by ASU President Michael Crow and the City of Scottsdale in 2004.

This unique connection strengthens the innovative ecosystem that defines SkySong, fostering opportunities for businesses to partner with ASU researchers, hire talented graduates, and engage in collaborative projects that push the boundaries of innovation.

Currently, SkySong boasts an occupancy rate of 88 percent, a testament to its ability to continually attract new businesses while retaining long-standing tenants. The addition of residential units and hospitality options has bolstered SkySong’s appeal as a fully integrated community that caters to businesses, residents, and visitors alike.

As leasing demand continues to rise, SkySong remains committed to adapting its offerings to meet the needs of an evolving business landscape. From flexible lease terms to innovative office layouts, SkySong is designed to support the future of work, providing tenants with the space and resources they need to thrive in a fast-changing world.

Plaza Companies is the master developer of SkySong, in partnership with University Realty, the City of Scottsdale and Holualoa Companies. Plaza Companies provides development, financing, construction oversight, leasing renewals and expansions and property management at SkySong. The Coppola Cheney Group of Lee & Associates is SkySong’s leasing broker.

SkySong is a 42-acre mixed use development designed to:

• Create an ecology of collaboration and innovation among high-profile technology enterprises and related researchers.
• Advance global business objectives of on-site enterprises.
• Raise Arizona’s profile as a global center of innovation through the co-location of Arizona State University’s strategic global partners. 
• Create a unique regional economic and social asset.

Companies located at SkySong have the opportunity to partner with ASU, which has more than 145,000 students studying across four metropolitan Phoenix campuses, in Lake Havasu City, Los Angeles and Washington D.C. and online. ASU is one of the largest public universities in the nation, with the majority of its students attending its campus in Tempe, Arizona, less than three miles from SkySong. 

In addition to locating its own innovative research units at the center, through ASU’s on-site operations, tenant companies have a single point of contact for introductions to researchers, faculty and programs to address their specific needs.

For more information on SkySong, visit SkySong.com or follow developments on Facebook.  

Community Event Celebrates Visual, Performing Arts Created by Scottsdale K-12 Students

A family festival to celebrate visual and performing arts created by Scottsdale students is returning in late March for its third year. 

Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong will be held on March 21 and 22, 2025 at SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center in south Scottsdale. The event is a partnership between Arizona State University, the Scottsdale Unified School District, Scottsdale Arts, the City of Scottsdale, and the SkySong development team. 

Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong will be a free, two-day festival of creativity that includes performances, interactive demonstrations, creative interventions, and culinary delights from local food trucks throughout the SkySong campus.  

Over the course of the event, attendees will experience performances and art exhibitions delivered by Scottsdale Unified School District students, family friendly arts activities presented by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation, and interactive demonstrations from City of Scottsdale departments.   

“We are so pleased to be part of the community’s third annual ArtsFest!” said Scottsdale Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Scott Menzel. “Our students have few opportunities to see and hear each other’s work, so this event has become a highlight of their school year.”

“Now in its third year, Family Arts Fest has quickly established itself as a celebration of the amazing creative gifts of Scottsdale’s student populations,” said Gerd Wuestemann, president and CEO with Scottsdale Arts. “Born out of a partnership between Scottsdale Arts, SUSD, Skysong, and the City, Family Arts Fest showcases what’s possible when the region’s premiere school system and arts organization come together through arts education in and beyond the classroom.”

Scottsdale Community Partners (SCP) will be holding their annual Alli Ortega Empty Bowls Fundraiser in the lobby entrance of the event in SkySong Building 1. There will be bowls crafted by SUSD students and the Scottsdale community available for purchase, in addition to an online auction featuring class bowls, art, and various goods donated by the community. Funds raised will support all SCP programs, in partnership with City of Scottsdale Human Services, such as the Vista del Camino Food Bank, Back-to-School, and Healthy Packs weekend food program for SUSD students.

The event starts on Friday, March 21 and runs from 5 to 9 p.m. that day, and will resume Saturday, March 22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be several different areas to explore, including: 

·       Main Stage: Relax under the iconic SkySong tent and enjoy performances throughout the event by SUSD choirs, bands, and orchestras. Festivities kick off on Friday, March 21 at 5pm with a welcome by SUSD Superintendent Dr. Scott Menzel and other special guests.   

·       Art Exhibitions, Building 3, Synergy Room: See artworks created by more than 1,000 SUSD elementary, middle, and high school students.   

·       Arts Zone: Anyone can be an artist! Come make art with Scottsdale Arts through a variety of all-age friendly activities.   

·       Café Stage: Grab a snack and enjoy performances throughout the event by SUSD musical theater students, student choirs, strings, and orchestras.   

·       Community Zone: Meet our City of Scottsdale and community partners and learn all about the services and programs the city has to offer! 

·       Alli Ortega Empty Bowls: Scottsdale Community Partners (SCP) will be holding their annual Alli Ortega Empty Bowls Fundraiser in the lobby entrance of the event in SkySong Building 1. There will be bowls crafted by SUSD students and the Scottsdale community available for purchase, in addition to an online auction featuring class bowls, art, and various goods donated by the community.

Last year’s event was attended by more than 5,000 attendees and featured more than 800 choir, orchestra, theater, and band students performing on the Main Stage and Café Stage. It also featured art exhibitionswith work created by nearly 1,200 SUSD elementary, middle, and high school students from 39 schools. The event raised $46,834 through Scottsdale Community Partner’s Alli Ortega Empty Bowls program. 

“Scottsdale is home to a broad variety of family friendly events and we are thrilled to once again be adding the Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong to that mix,” said Joy Racine, Community Involvement Manager, Citizen Service with the City of Scottsdale. “We look forward to recognizing the work of our local students at this exciting event and celebrating a successful third year.”

“We are very pleased to once again bring this celebration of the arts to life on the SkySong campus,” said Chris Anaradian, Director, Commercial Development for University Realty, LLC, a partner in SkySong. “SkySong has always embraced the arts and featured them prominently, and this is a great way to continue that tradition while further connecting with the community.”

Seed funding for the event was provided by a grant from the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust to Arizona State University. Sponsorships for the Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong are available as well. For more information on the event, visit www.skysong.com/artsfest. 

SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center has hosted extensive public art and community events, and now it’s putting the work of kids center-stage in a new exhibit. 

Kids in Focus proudly presents the second in a series of exhibits celebrating youth creativity on display in the SkySong 3 building from now through July 26.  

Kids in Focus is a nonprofit organization providing local youth from underserved communities the chance to see themselves and their world in a new light by equipping them with cameras, pairing them with mentors, and encouraging them to express themselves through photography. 

Since 2012, Kids in Focus has been putting cameras in kids’ hands with the guidance and encouragement of adult mentors – many who are avid and professional photographers. Following its training program, these skilled mentors use photography to connect, engage, and encourage life-long creativity. The organization collaborates with local schools, nonprofit community partners, and foster care programs to engage Valley youth through its signature After School Mentoring Program, workshops, and the Grads in Focus Program.

The current SkySong exhibit, which features works by more than 30 young photographers, is the second Kids in Focus exhibit to be featured on site. 

Sharon Harper, Chairman and CEO of Plaza Companies, the master developer of SkySong, said supporting the community and spreading the message and impact of Kids in Focus is important to the project team.

“SkySong has always had a focus on being a tremendous community asset and a true focal point for the Scottsdale arts community,” Harper said. “This partnership with Kids in Focus is another example of how the arts can enhance the overall atmosphere and vision for the project. We are proud to support the local community with our new partnership with Kids in Focus. Their focus on youth empowerment through mentorship and art is a perfect fit.” 

Plaza Companies is the master developer of SkySong, in partnership with University Realty, the City of Scottsdale and Holualoa Companies. 

Ann Alger Piraino, Exhibits Manager with Kids in Focus, welcomed the opportunity to display the children’s artwork in such a unique setting at SkySong. 

“We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with the SkySong team to bring this exhibition to life,” she said. “The artwork created by these young people helps them develop life skills and express their creativity, and it is gratifying to show this exhibition in a place with a focus on health and healing.” 

Past and current venues for Kids in Focus events include the Creighton University Health Sciences Building, the Phoenix Zoo, Sky Harbor Airport, Arizona Science Center, Children’s Museum of Phoenix, Scottsdale Artists’ School, Western Spirit Museum, and Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall. 

For more information on Kids in Focus, visit www.kidsinfocus.org or their social media feeds: 

Instagram: @kidsinfocus 

LinkedIn: Kids in Focus 

Facebook: Kids in Focus 

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (May 28, 2024) — SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center has experienced a flurry of leasing activity in recent weeks that has brought the project closer to capacity. 

Four new leases signed recently, all in the project’s SkySong 2 building, total more than 10,400 square feet. The five-year leases range in diverse uses, including:

• GH2 Architects signed for a 3,563-square-foot space. The Oklahoma-based company relocates from Mesa to SkySong 2. 

• Country Financial signed a lease for a 2,816-square-foot spec suite, one of the new spec suites recently built in SkySong 2. 

• CV3, a California-based financial services firm, signed for a 1,695-square-foot spec suite. 

• JCL Immigration signed a lease for a 2,339-square-foot spec suite in SkySong 2. The company is moving from another south Scottsdale location.

Sharon Harper, Chairman and CEO of Plaza Companies, the master developer of the project, said the new leases are a sign of SkySong’s resilience in a challenging commercial office market. 

“We’re very pleased to see this level of leasing activity and the interest that these companies have in SkySong and our spec suites,” Harper said. “SkySong continues to buck the trend when it comes to attracting companies interested in an office environment focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.”

Plaza Companies is the master developer of SkySong, in partnership with University Realty, the City of Scottsdale and Holualoa Companies. 

The new leasing activity brings overall occupancy rate of 91% at SkySong, a mixed-use project that has consistently led the market in occupancy for the past decade.

Plaza Companies provides development, financing, construction oversight, leasing renewals and expansions and property management at SkySong. The Coppola Cheney Group of Lee & Associates is SkySong’s leasing broker.

SkySong is a 42-acre mixed use development designed to:

• Create an ecology of collaboration and innovation among high-profile technology enterprises and related researchers.
• Advance global business objectives of on-site enterprises.
• Raise Arizona’s profile as a global center of innovation through the co-location of Arizona State University’s strategic global partners. 
• Create a unique regional economic and social asset.

Companies located at SkySong have the opportunity to partner with ASU, which has more than 145,000 students studying across four metropolitan Phoenix campuses, in Lake Havasu City, Los Angeles and Washington D.C. and online. ASU is one of the largest public universities in the nation, with the majority of its students attending its campus in Tempe, Arizona, less than three miles from SkySong. 

In addition to locating its own innovative research units at the center, through ASU’s on-site operations, tenant companies have a single point of contact for introductions to researchers, faculty and programs to address their specific needs.

For more information on SkySong, visit SkySong.com or follow developments on Facebook.  

Company Doubles in Revenue Since Moving to Scottsdale Hub

A leading and fast-growing company providing AI solutions in education has found a home at SkySong that has propelled its growth. 

OneOrigin, a leading technology company headquartered at SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center, has established a global presence with operations in the Middle East and India. 

Specializing in advanced AI solutions, the company primarily focuses on transforming the education sector. Its commitment lies in providing comprehensive support to educational institutions, from admissions to student success and graduation, through innovative and high-quality technological solutions.

Founded in 2015, OneOrigin has rapidly grown in its nine years of operation, gaining recognition for its focus on cutting-edge technology. In 2022, the company made a strategic decision to relocate its headquarters to SkySong, marking a pivotal moment in its journey.

The move to SkySong in 2022 has proven to be one of the best decisions for OneOrigin. With a team of 150 employees and ongoing expansion efforts, the company now thrives in the collaborative and technologically advanced environment provided by SkySong.

Since its relocation, OneOrigin has experienced remarkable growth, achieving a remarkable 200 percent increase in revenue in 2023, as well as going from 90 to 150 employees. This outstanding expansion is a testament to the company’s innovative approach and successful adaptation to the dynamic environment facilitated by SkySong.

Abhinand Chincholi, the CEO of OneOrigin, said, “Since relocating to SkySong, we have moved offices multiple times, doubling in size to accommodate our unprecedented growth. SkySong pushes the definition of innovation, and we are proud to be a part of it.”

OneOrigin has forged a significant partnership with Arizona State University (ASU), spanning over half a decade. As one of the university’s key technology partners, OneOrigin plays a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience and administrative efficiency at ASU. This partnership underscores OneOrigin’s expertise and dedication to delivering advanced AI-driven solutions in the education sector.

Sharon Harper, Chairman and CEO of Plaza Companies, the Master Developer of SkySong, said the OneOrigin success story is a perfect example of the benefits of locating at SkySong. 

“We wanted to create an environment where innovation and entrepreneurship, along with connections to ASU and the innovative companies at SkySong, would foster growth,” she said. “We are thrilled to see the success of OneOrigin at SkySong and are pleased with how SkySong has become part of their expansion.” 

Scott Rubin of Plaza Companies, the master developer of SkySong, managed the lease transaction for OneOrigin’s expansion into larger space.

SkySong has provided OneOrigin with a dynamic and collaborative environment conducive to innovation and growth. Proximity to like-minded businesses and entrepreneurs has enhanced the company’s ability to network and develop strategic partnerships, contributing to its rapid development and expansion in the tech industry.

OneOrigin’s journey at SkySong exemplifies the transformative impact of the right business environment. SkySong’s dynamic setting, coupled with strategic partnerships and a commitment to innovation, has propelled OneOrigin to unprecedented heights. The case study stands as a testament to how the collaboration between technology companies and innovation hubs like SkySong can drive success in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

About OneOrigin

OneOrigin is a rapidly growing technology company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, with a strong international presence. The primary focus of OneOrigin lies in leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive innovation and digital transformation in the education sector. The company specializes in developing and delivering advanced solutions and products that cater to various aspects of education through the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR), Digital Transformation, Web Development, Cloud Computing, and more. For more information visit www.oneorigin.us. 

About SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center

SkySong is a 42-acre mixed use development designed to:

• Create an ecology of collaboration and innovation among high-profile technology enterprises and related researchers;
• Advance global business objectives of on-site enterprises;
• Raise Arizona’s profile as a global center of innovation through co-location of ASU’s strategic global partners; and
• Create a unique regional economic and social asset.

Plaza Companies is the developer of the project in partnership with University Realty, the City of Scottsdale and Holualoa Companies. Lee and Associates provides the brokerage services and Plaza Companies provides the property management and construction services. For more information visit www.skysong.com. 

A family festival to celebrate visual and performing arts created by Scottsdale students is returning in late March after a big turnout in its inaugural year. 

Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong will be held on March 22 and 23 at SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center in south Scottsdale. The event is a partnership between Arizona State University, the Scottsdale Unified School District, Scottsdale Arts, the City of Scottsdale, and the SkySong development team. 

Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong will be a free, two-day festival of creativity that includes performances, interactive demonstrations, creative interventions, and culinary delights from local food trucks throughout the SkySong campus.  

Over the course of the event, attendees will experience performances and art exhibitions delivered by Scottsdale Unified School District students, family friendly arts activities presented by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation, and interactive demonstrations from City of Scottsdale departments.   

“We are excited to bring back this collaboration with the city, its arts community and ASU to create an exceptional community event,” said Dr. Scott Menzel, Scottsdale Unified School District Superintendent.  “This is a wonderful opportunity to be able to showcase the work of our visual and performing arts students in this kind of setting.”

“This event has emerged as tremendous addition to the arts scene in Scottsdale,” said Gerd Wuestemann, president and CEO with Scottsdale Arts. “We are looking forward to once again showcasing the work of local students and continuing to enhance the arts in our community through this new event.” 

Scottsdale Community Partners (SCP) will be holding their annual Alli Ortega Empty Bowls Fundraiser in the lobby entrance of the event in SkySong Building 1. There will be bowls crafted by SUSD students and the Scottsdale community available for purchase, in addition to an online auction featuring class bowls, art, and various goods donated by the community. Funds raised will support all SCP programs, in partnership with City of Scottsdale Human Services, such as the Vista del Camino Food Bank, Back-to-School, and Healthy Packs weekend food program for SUSD students.

The event starts on Friday, March 22 and runs from 5 to 9 p.m. that day, and will resume Saturday, March 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be several different areas to explore, including: 

• Main Stage: Relax under the iconic SkySong tent and enjoy performances throughout the event by SUSD choirs, bands, and orchestras. Festivities kick off on Friday, March 22 at 5 p.m. with a welcome by SUSD Superintendent Dr. Scott Menzel, and President & CEO of Scottsdale Arts Dr. Gerd Wuestemann.
• Art Exhibitions, 1951@SkySong, SkySong Building 1: See artworks created by over 1,000 SUSD elementary, middle, and high school students.  
• Arts Zone Activities: Participate in free artmaking activities delivered by Arizona-based artists. 
• Café Stage: Grab a snack and enjoy performances throughout the event by SUSD student choirs and orchestras.  
• Community Café: Meet our City of Scottsdale partners! Play games and make crafts in the park with Parks & Recreation, become an environmental steward with Solid Waste and Scottsdale Water, and be introduced to the technology and innovation techniques implemented throughout the City.

“Scottsdale is home to a broad variety of family friendly events and we are thrilled to once again be adding the Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong to that mix,” said Joy Racine, Community Involvement Manager, Citizen Service with the City of Scottsdale. “We look forward to recognizing the work of our local students at this exciting event and celebrating a successful second year.”

“We are very pleased to once again bring this celebration of the arts to life on the SkySong campus,” said Chris Anaradian, Director, Commercial Development for University Realty, LLC, a partner in SkySong. “SkySong has always embraced the arts and featured them prominently, and this is a great way to continue that tradition while further connecting with the community.”

Seed funding for the event was provided by a grant from the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust to Arizona State University. Sponsorships for the Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong are available as well. For more information on the event, visit www.skysong.com/artsfest. 

Scottsdale, AZ (September 13, 2023) Today, Lumifi Cyber, a leading player in the cybersecurity arena, proudly announces its significant long-term commitment through 2030 at SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. This strategic move is an endorsement of Scottsdale’s burgeoning tech community and a testament to Lumifi Cyber’s commitment to growth, innovation, and community development.  

Unlike other cybersecurity solutions that require constant management and oversight, Lumifi Cyber delivers Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services that actively hunt and assess threats while keeping costs low and working with existing cybersecurity toolsets.  Lumifi Cyber’s team of cybersecurity professionals defend large and small organizations all over the world. The company has clients in nearly every industry with a long history of supporting mission-critical assets for institutions in government, healthcare, financial and legal sectors. 

Jim Sadler, LOCATE AI broker responsible for the SkySong corporate services solution for Lumifi Cyber, expressed great excitement about this development, saying, “LOCATE and our technology and real estate services team are thrilled to support the industry leading cybersecurity firm and Lumifi Cyber’s significant growth trajectory. They’re at the forefront of redefining our city’s tech landscape and their operation fits nicely with SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center.”

Michael Malone, CEO of Lumifi Cyber, shared his enthusiasm: “This commitment marks a pivotal moment in Lumifi Cyber’s journey. Not only does it reflect our relentless pursuit of excellence in cybersecurity, but it also signifies our belief in Scottsdale’s potential to be a global tech powerhouse. Our commitment to our customers remains unwavering as we grow – to provide top-tier solutions and service. Furthermore, by deepening our roots here, we aim to contribute positively to the local economy and community.”

“We’re proud to be working with both Sadler and Lumifi Cyber again on this important phase of growth at SkySong,” said Sharon Harper, Chairman and CEO of Plaza Companies, the master developer of SkySong. “Michael Malone’s entrepreneurial growth and industry leadership exemplify the enterprise growth and path towards accelerating technology transfer at SkySong that we strive to embody.” 

Plaza Companies is the master developer of SkySong, in partnership with University Realty, the City of Scottsdale and Holualoa Companies. 

Lumifi Cyber’s Expansion will bring these Key Highlights:

• Lease Commitment: Lumifi Cyber has signed a robust lease through 2030, reflecting its long-term dedication to the Scottsdale tech ecosystem.

• Future Expansion Plans: Lumifi Cyber is postured for significant expansion and growth and consequently has sights on similar expansion at SkySong.  When completed, Lumifi Cyber will expand its existing Security Operations Center into SkySong’s larger space in the new building, estimating its growth to be up to 25,000 square feet  in the next 3 years. This move will nearly triple the company’s size and solidify its consistent growth trajectory.

• Space Modernization: The current expansion enables Lumifi Cyber to redesign and modernize its workspace, fostering a more collaborative environment for its growing clientele and employee base.

• Commemorating a 15-Year Journey in Cybersecurity: Lumifi Cyber’s remarkable impact in the realm of MDR services within cybersecurity is highlighted by numerous pioneering innovations. ShieldVision is an advanced multi-tenant cybersecurity platform. This platform showcases exceptional proficiency in threat hunting, detection, and rapid automated responses, significantly enhancing efficiency across a diverse range of cybersecurity solutions. Lumifi Cyber’s operational distinction is further validated by the company’s cutting-edge SOC 2 Type II certified Security Operations Center (SOC), where a dedicated team of analysts and threat-mitigation specialists work tirelessly 24/7.
  
  Lumifi Cyber’s sense of pride originates from a continuous pursuit of advancements and certifications, including the company’s upcoming adoption of NIST 800-171, aligning with CMMC 2.0 standards.
  
• Job Creation: With this expansion, Lumifi Cyber aims to onboard another 75 to 100 new personnel, significantly focusing on high-paying cybersecurity roles. A notable point is that 85% of Lumifi Cyber’s staff earn over $100K annually.

• In-house Centric Approach: Lumifi Cyber is adopting an in-office-centric model, facilitating better internal and external partnerships. This decision aligns with the company’s belief in fostering a tight-knit community for better collaboration and innovation.

• Strengthening SG&A: By creating additional non-security roles in the Sales, General and Administrative domains to ensure the company’s holistic growth.

• Tech Acquisitions: Lumifi Cyber will enhance its technological capabilities through targeted acquisitions as part of its growth strategy. Lumifi Cyber’s second acquisition is to be completed in the next 45 days. 

HCAP Partners, a California-based private equity firm and Tulsa, Oklahoma-based BOK Financial Corporation are investors.

In conclusion, the expansion underscores Lumifi Cyber’s commitment to growth, community engagement, and innovation. Positioned within the SkySong hub, which serves as a nexus for technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship, Lumifi Cyber is perfectly poised to drive forward ASU, Greater Phoenix, and the global knowledge economy.

About Lumifi Cyber

Lumifi Cyber, headquartered in Scottsdale, is a vanguard in the cybersecurity industry, dedicated to protecting digital assets and fortifying cyber defenses for businesses across the board. With a team of experts and state-of-the-art technology, Lumifi Cyber is shaping the future of cyber safety.     

About SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center

SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center is one of the premier economic engines in the Valley of the Sun. The project’s success is a direct result of a focus on innovation and technology that attracts companies ranging from some of the world’s best known brands to one-or two-person startups.

About Plaza Companies

Plaza Companies is the developer of the project in partnership with University Realty, the City of Scottsdale and Holualoa Companies. Lee and Associates provides the brokerage services and Plaza Companies provides the property management and construction services. 

Raytheon will occupy 28,000 square feet of digital design space at SkySong, the school’s Scottsdale Innovation Center north of the main Tempe campus. The engineering-design hub will house roughly 150 professionals, about 95% of whom will be new to Raytheon.